In Re Jaclyn S.

Certified for Partial Publication. [*]

STEIN, Acting P.J.

This is an appeal by a mother from an order terminating her parental rights. (Welf. & Inst.Code, § 366.26.) [1] We affirm.

Appellant's child was born on December 17, 2005. According to hospital records, the mother came in off the street in labor. She was dirty and disoriented and uncooperative, but the child was delivered without problem. The child was premature and had a cleft palate, inhibiting the ability to nurse. After the delivery, the mother was noted to be very anxious and paranoid and suffering from hallucinations. Both the mother and child tested positive for methamphetamine and amphetamine, with ratings indicating very recent use. The child was placed in the intensive care nursery. According to hospital records, the mother's condition and behavior caused the hospital to call a mental health facility, which was familiar with the mother and responded she was not schizophrenic, but did suffer from psychosis secondary to polysubstance abuse. The hospital mental health staff determined the mother was not a threat to herself or others, but reported she was uncooperative and would not follow any recommendations for…