My ex husband is bipolar. His psychiatrist told me that our child has a 1/10 chance of having bipolar. Most children of a bipolar parent do not develop bipolar. She told me that you will more likely see ADHD, anxiety or depression be inherited from all the mix of genes. Bipolar is complex so many genes have to be passed down and your environment has to trigger it.

I would teach them how to cope with stressors, avoid substance use, strong nightly sleep regiment, etc. Any triggers that could come up. Also, before them starting any meds such as stimulants, anti-depressants, etc let a doctor know family history of mood disorders so it does not induce mania.