You have a reason to be concerned. You need to give him an ultimatum. That is on the fence of child abuse.
I would think he needs help if he finds that acceptable (not in a rude way). I would seriously talk to him very seriously about it and tell him if he does it again you will walk away from him with your kids. Regardless if they are asleep, they should not be in the same room if he is doing that.
What happens if they are half asleep or wake up? It could damage them mentally for life.
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