I lost my 6 year old son a year ago to his Dad after the head mistress came to my front door as was late getting him in, having notified them of difficulties, and since he was returned to his father and court order against me using my metal health and alleged abuse to son and father as reasoning. The allegations of child abuse were untrue and ticked by the school along side abuse to his father, admittedly there was a dysfunctional co parenting dynamic but I have taken the blame and lost entirely. I didn't feel strong enough to fight enough with court proceedings and my ex and I agreed not to raise historic domestic issues to the table. In turn the court have deemed it reasonable for my son to live with his father until 18.
In essence I have lost my motherhood and confidence in my ability to do enough for my dear son. I would appreciate any advice a year down the line