Hi
Family law people could answer your call. I know at least two women whose children were taken away because of mental health background including time in mental health facilities. Both cases, ex - husbands played a big role in the processes and negative outcomes. In one of the cases, also a bad school psychologist made a negative intervention. There is a lot of stigma around mental health, particularly against women with psychiatric needs. Having said that, I met people with mental health issues that could keep their children, as well. I am not sure where you are, maybe you can get in touch with Mindfreedom org or any other advocacy or self help group. For the last 10 years I worked on disability and development and had the opportunity to meet and work with organizations and groups of users of psychiatry, although I am not an expert and currently I am not even a user of psychiatry. I am a disabled person, though, and I know a bit of stigma and how it works. I do not want to discourage you, but peers with experience and advocates on behalf of patients within the legal framework may give you the best data for you to make an informed decision on this matter and be covered for any eventuality. I wish you the best