I've been diagnosed with PCOS.

Hey Cadence,

That is definitely difficult to deal with, but think of the bright side. Even though it may be difficult, you still have a chance of having children! Not only that, even though it may be more difficult to lose weight, you can still do it as well. Sometimes you have to consider the good things! You know you can always speak to me! I have an ovarian cyst, which will also make it difficult for me to have children. After surgery, it will be impossible. It took me a while to get used to the idea and it wasn't easy, but nowI'm doing better. Sending lots of love and hugs your way!

You're not alone in the battle with PCOS. I was diagnosed a few months ago. It does have its own struggles but, hey, you can get through it! :)

Hey Candace! It's me slumberinglands from the other day. Listen I just wanted to tell you that we are all here for you. It was hard for my friend too when she was diagnosed but you know there are always other options avaiable to you. Your a really wonderful person and well loved. I'm sure there is a kid who would be so happy for you to be their mommy. Family isnt defined by blood it is definded by love

Hey cadence!! I am in your shoes too. My doctors think I have pcos. It runs in my family for most females. But my mother was able to have 4kids and my grandmother had 7kids!!!! We will get thru this together

I just wanted to add a note of encouragement. I am about to turn 51 years old on the 24th and was diagnosed with PCOS at 17. I remember that day well and the effect it had on me emotionally. There was no treatment offered at that time; I was simply and coldly told by the team of doctors I was being cared for by, that I "would never have children". It sent my world into a tailspin and I continued on that path for many, MANY years thereafter.

At the age of 33, I gave birth to my daughter. While there are a number of ways a woman can become a mom, we were able to do so the 'old fashioned' way. I know we were very fortunate and I don't take it for granted.

Just know that you are no less a woman. You are worthy. You are beautiful and magnificent in your own special way. Do not let this define you, who you are or what you may go on to do in your life. And please, don't let the diagnosis deplete you of your happiness and peace. I did for a time and I see now looking back over those years, all the wonderful moments I overlooked.

Doctors do not know everything. They can only see/understand in part. Your future is not their's to dictate.

All the very best to you.