Self Harm relapse - advice needed

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Trigger Warning for SH

I hadn't SH since I was a late teen, I'm now mid twenties with a toddler. My child's father and I are no longer together

things have been getting worse and worse recently and I had a SH relapse. I have now done it on two occasions.

my ex and I mostly get on but things have been tense recently. He found out I had a relapse and I'm worried he is going to try and use it against me.

to be clear I've not done it whilst my child was in the house and the cuts are hidden so they have not seen. But still, if he reports this to Social Services would they get involved?

Firstly well done for admitting and facing it. That's a great start. I'm sorry life has lead you down this road again... I don't know what would happen, but I think the best thing you can do is focus on what you can control. Try taking positive steps for therapy etc to try and help if you feel you can. But do it for you and your little one. Not for the ex or the potential of SS. Having mental health issues doesn't make you a bad person at all, you obviously care hugely because you're thinking about it all, you got this mama.

Sending hugs OP.
please try to remember if he does get SS involved that they are there to help not take kids away and make things worse. It’s always so hard to remember that.
I too suffer from anxiety and depression and have a history of self harm and attempted suicide. It is very possible to get yourself to a good place. It isn’t easy but take one day at a time and do it for yourself and your little one. It would be worth seeing your gp for possible medication it not already, also the nhs ieso service is amazing for cbt etc. You can often self refer and can do the appointments online at your convenience. I used to do mine when my daughter was in bed. Honestly I cannot tell you how much the service has helped me.

Some days are easier than others, the therapy will help with identifying your triggers and learning how to manage and respond to those.

wish you all the best OP. You can do this!!