Tag: bipolar disorder
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4 Ways My Bipolar Disorder Has Impacted My Parenting Journey
Get Pregnant Fast Being a parent has always been my greatest aspiration. I dreamed of nurturing and guiding a child, instilling values, and celebrating life’s joys. However, my experience with type 2 bipolar disorder has transformed the path of motherhood into a daunting challenge. While I strive to be the best mother I can be,…
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Postpartum Bipolar Disorder: Understanding the Challenges
Read more Navigating the postpartum period can be a rollercoaster of emotions. While it’s common to feel a mix of joy, sadness, fatigue, and anxiety after welcoming your little one, some women might experience more intense mood swings that could indicate a serious condition—postpartum bipolar disorder. What is Postpartum Bipolar Disorder? Postpartum bipolar disorder is…
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Navigating Life with My Daughter’s Bipolar Disorder: A Mother’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast We share a bond that many parents envy. From quick trips for manicures to family outings at trampoline parks and water adventures, our friendship has blossomed through joyous moments. We share laughter, even amidst the occasional chaos that children bring. Your kids and mine enjoy each other’s company—I see how playful and…
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Navigating the Journey of Bipolar Disorder: Embracing My New Reality
Get Pregnant Fast When I first heard the term “bipolar disorder” applied to me, a wave of panic engulfed me. I was filled with anger, and an overwhelming fear took hold. Or was it relief? Deep down, I had been anticipating this moment for quite some time. The signs had been undeniable. I oscillate between…
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Navigating Motherhood with Bipolar Disorder: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast As I prepared for a long weekend getaway, I was unaware that I was slipping into a depressive episode. Amid the chaos and excitement of packing, I neglected to check in on my mood. It wasn’t until I found myself snapping at my children that I recognized the signs. Almost immediately, regret…
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What I Want My Son to Learn About My Depression
Get Pregnant Fast As a child, I grappled with the heavy burden of my mother’s depression that lingered long after my parents’ divorce. I often felt as though I was to blame, convinced that I could have done something to ease her pain. Now, as I navigate my own mental health challenges, I find myself…
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It Took Me 14 Years to Recognize the Dangers of My Manic Episodes
Get Pregnant Fast The first time I experienced mania, I was completely oblivious. I had long been acquainted with depression, which often enveloped me in darkness, filled with sadness, despair, and tears. However, mania was a term I recognized but didn’t fully understand—until it overwhelmed me. My initial manic episode was all-consuming. It began innocently…
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True Friends Don’t Disappear When Times Get Tough
Get Pregnant Fast By: Jessica Lane Updated: Dec. 13, 2023 Originally Published: Jan. 28, 2018 Let me begin by saying I owe you an apology, not for who I am or my actions, but for the silence that has lingered between us. I’ve spent too long shutting myself off and retreating inward. It’s taken me…