Bipolar Disorder and Family Planning: A Therapist's Advice.

After being diagnosed with bipolar disorder and PTSD, a therapist advised the author not to have more kids or remarry. However, the author trusted her instincts and went on to have another child and get remarried. While navigating parenting with bipolar disorder is not easy, the author's family provides her with structure, stability, and love. Despite the challenges, the author feels in control of her life and is grateful for her family's compassion and support.