Hi, there are plenty of moms who have depression and don't get their kids taken away. I have two and they're still here. Think of this, if your depression gets so bad that your daughter ends up neglected, to the point where someone turns you in, then yeah, it could cause trouble. However, if you see a doctor and you are being treated, taking your meds (if prescribed), then I can't imagine there being any problem. Depression is as real a disease as cancer or high blood pressure and judges wont take away kids just because a mom they went to a doctor for her disease. By going to the doctor, you will be better prepared to take care of your daughter and yourself. I hope this helps. God Bless.

is there anyone that you absolutely trust that you can talk to? this sounds like a tough situation. i think, though, that if you need help, you need to get it, for yourself and for your daughter. i would think that losing custody due to seeing a pdoc is extremely rare, it just doesn't seem fair at all, and i do know lots of people here that raise their kids and see a pdoc. i hope you get the help you need-good luck!

I have been off and on with therapy for over 10 years.I have 3 kids. and Ive been hospialized 3 times the last one was for 4 months and I have never lost costody of my children.If you need help get it.depression is a disease just like cancer.it maybe treated differently but its still a disease. youre not going to lose your children just like someone with cancer wont lose their children.I hope you get feeling better and I hope this helps even just a little bit.you have friends here.please keep us informed on what you decide.