My child was born while I was in denial of my diagnosis. I conceived him 3 months into my relationship with his father, so obviously an impulsive decision but the best choice I ever made. Having my son has forced me to look inside of myself and really see my own struggles and be willing to get help so he can have a better life. He motivates me to get the right meds and therapy and stick with it.

I think that my having bipolar disorder will benefit him if he does have any mood disorders growing up. I know all about the treatment options, I know exactly where to take him for help, I know what to look for and also what to watch for if he needs to go on medication. My own mother never understood or knew what to do, so it was tough when I was younger.