Hi all,
I am new here, but can already see how caring all of you are. I have been having MAJOR problems with severe depressive episodes the past 3 years. Mutliple hospitalizations exceeding 10, many medication adjustment/changes, ECTs. Both my parents are deceased, my daughters father is as well. My sons father is in another state, just not caring. I am starting to ponder the thought very seriously as to the welfare and well being of my children. I am NOT abusive or neglectful. I just can't be there, even when I am. My son could probably go live with his father, but my daughter would have to be "placed" in care. Kids are young 8 and 10, and require 24/7 attention. I can't provide that for myself, and unfortunately can't for them either. Yes, I am still in a major depression, but should I consider giving them up? Or just hope and pray that after 39 years of life, I will magically get "better" and become a capable parent.