The body of Declan Hainey, who was just 23 months old, was recovered from the house in Bruce Road, Paisley, on Tuesday evening.
His mother, Kim Hainey, aged 35, is alleged to have wilfully abandoned the child for long periods and in a manner likely to cause unnecessary suffering or injury.
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Hide AdMs Hainey made no plea or declaration at Paisley Sheriff Court.