all jokes aside

[hazel413]

Ive been feeling really blue and have noone to talk to. Been wanting to see a therapist, but with my history of bipolar, i dont want anyone to take my babies away. Im stable, i can care for my kids n i love them, im just in need of counseling. How or what should i do?

[hazel413]

Thank you. and i will. I guess i just gotta go with my gut

[PDMOMMY]

Hazel413, do what you feel is best for you & your babies. :) Again, good luck.

[hazel413]

See i agree with pd mommy bc i used to live in ny n if any sort of depression or w.e is being brought to the table your children are taken into custody n the mom had to prove herself to get her kids back. I don't want to go through that. My children are in no danger n I'm an great mom. Just over wehlmed. But they might take it further bc of my mental health in previous years

[PDMOMMY]

@ knufrio, I said it was 9 years ago & maybe it's changed. I won't go into the details of my sister's case but that's what happened. I just think it's better to be safe than sorry.

[knufrio]

I too live in NJ and have lots of patients whose parents suffer from bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, etc and never heard of anything like having someone else sign off on you or take care of your children.

[SaSa28]

sorry to be a downer but I agree with PD MOMMY. look into the matter firmly first.

[hazel413]

You know, i havent herd that. But their father is in the picture, just no help. I didnt have to sign anything and maybe bc he is here. He signed birth certificate n we live together,. Thanks ima look it up

[jessicamae79]

I have bipolar disorder and many other mental illness and see a therapist. Therapy isvery bbeneficial I have children that live a happy and encouraging life because I do see a therapist and get help so that I can be the best mom my kids deserve plus have a baby on the way now and I am currently seeing my therapist twice a week

[PDMOMMY]

Sorry to disagree with the previous posters & Idk if it differs from state-to-state but here in NJ when a pregnant female is diagnosed with bipolar disorder, there usually has to be another caregiver to sign paperwork stating that they'll be helping to care for the child. My mom had to sign this paperwork for my sister to have my nephew 9 years ago. Maybe it has changed. Good luck with everything!
BTW: Maybe a little research online would be best before talking to anyone, just in case. ❤

[Amhrea]

It's hard dealing with two babies so please find someone to talk to they will really help.

[hazel413]

Thank you guys. Ill ask for help on my next ob appointment. Im not sure i have baby blues either, my first is 15 months n im 30 weeks pregnant. Found on when my daughter was 9months n i was still brestfeeding. Im not sure what im feeling. But you guys are right. Thank you

[mege26]

I feel doing therapy will be helpful to you and I. Return helpful to your babies. Everyone has issues. Therapy is healthy

[Brittany12385]

Sorry, the "agreed" is towards knufrios comment

[Brittany12385]

^^agreed!

Also therapy stays between you and your therapist unless they think someone is in physical harm. But bipolar and depression (not saying you have depression) are no reason for your kids to be taken care of. You gotta be able to take care of yourself (especially mentally) to be able to take care of your family.

[hazel413]

You think so? Its hard for me because i fear that they will take me asking for help the wrong way. My kids are not in danger. I just need an ear. Ugh its hard. I dont want anyone using it against me

[hazel413]

You think so? Its hard for me because i fear that they will take me asking for help the wrong way. My kids are not in danger. I just need an ear. Ugh its hard. I dont want anyone using it against me

[knufrio]

You can comfortablly see a therapist, bipolar disorder is no reason for them to take your children. Especially if you are clearly seeking help and taking care of yourself.