Hey Darlin,
Being a mum is tough, especially by yourself. I know how hard it is when you have people screaming at you to have an abortion too. They have no idea what it feels like to have this beautiful little life fluttering inside of you.
All I can suggest is dont ever be afraid to ask for help as there are lots of support services available out there. A lot of area health services will have support groups for young mums under 24 and some places even have services connected for mums experiencing mental health issues after birth.
I had a mum who had schizophrenia and a dad with bipolar disorder. I was lucky in that most of my life they were mentally well as they were reasonably well controlled with their medication. I was also lucky to have some very supportive aunts, uncles and grandparents. My parents were great becaus e I think they paid more attention to me and my feelings and emotions as I was growing up. They also had more time to spend with me then the average parent. I turned out ok. I'm now a nurse and studying my masters degree. Admittedly I did have a bit of depression for a little while but other then that no mental health issues.
Dont ever be afraid to ask for help as there is lots of support available out there for you and your beautiful baby.
Lots of hugs
Mel
xox
