You are taking the right steps worrywort76. I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder a year ago. At first I thought it meant I was totally crazy and unfit to be a mom, I have 2 kids. After some time I realized that it was a "death sentence" and it meant I could get help. I find relief in knowing I am still a good person and I can be "normal" with the help of my meds. Being diagnosed bipolar doesn't make you a bad person or incapable of being a good mom. Keep up what your doing and it will all work out in the end.