2006-06-16 04:52:30 · 25 answers · asked by soxfetch101 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
Well, I had to look up your previous question to figure out what you were asking and I'm still not sure. At this point you are more than half way to being a Mommy. So, what are you considering for options? Adoption, raise it alone, raise it with the father, raise it with your parents? For anyone to advise you it would help to know what you have already thought about.
2006-06-16 04:58:51 · answer #1 · answered by AlongthePemi 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
1. see a doctor
2. notify the father, he's pregnant too
3. talk to your parents, they love you and will help you. chances are they'll be excited about having a baby around, but won't tell you because they don't want to put their seal of approval on your seeming lack of self control. Yes you will catch some heat for this, but get over it, you made a mistake. Move on.
4. Make a plan for the future, you're going to be a parent, it's unfortuante that you made this desision, but quite frankly it's too late to put the genie back in the bottle. Your child hood is gone and as stated before, you will regret that at some point. What are you going to do to support the child, how are you going to pay for diapers which are very expensive, and formula and food, which are very expensive as well. What about your future, what have you thought about doing after High School? College, career...now's the time to lay it all out.
5. Adoption is always an option. If you and your parents (yes they need to be involved in helping make this decision) and the father and his parents decide to place the baby up for adoption before it's born, then you'll need to set it up soon so a suitable couple can be found. They will take the baby from the first day and you will not become attached to it, bond to it. The baby will be in a good home to parents who will love it and take care of it and provide for it. Give this serious consideration.
Good luck and I hope all turns out well for you and the child.
2006-06-16 05:14:52 · answer #2 · answered by kb6jra 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well first off Congrats to you on your up comming arrival soon enough.
You are 6 months, so you are just about done. Make sure that you take care of yourself and the baby.
Having a baby is the best thing that can happen to a person, and DON'T regret having the baby. You are 17, so what, you are close to 18, so that makes you a young adult. If you are scared it is totally normal. but when the baby comes, you will know exactly what to do.
Just remember you are going to be a Mom to a little miricle that you will see in 3 more months in your hand and you will be so proud to be a mother and know that you will not waste your live on that human being that you made. Don't let no one talk you into giving the baby up unless you want to because it is your baby and you are not to young.
I wish you the best of luck and an easy and happy labor for you.
If you need anything then just let me know.
2006-06-16 05:52:06 · answer #3 · answered by babyboys1215 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Being 17 years old and pregnant won't be easy for you if these things exist:
1. The father of the baby rejects you or the paternity of the baby.
2. Your family doesn't support or provide help with health care.
3. Your health is not so good and/or your health habits are poor.
Now being 17 years old and pregnant will be easy for you if these things exist:
1. You are happy about the birth of your child.
2. You receive good prenatal care.
3. You are associated with lots of love and care.
4. You are a happy person.
Having a baby is really wonderful given a plan, such as, how to care for the baby and provide everything the baby will need, how you'll improve your skills as a mother, provider, and as a person.
So very sincerely, I wish you the best of luck, and hope you do your best, so that those of us out here in "Yahoo Question Land" will cheer you on.
2006-06-16 05:10:43 · answer #4 · answered by La Chewy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
actually you are not mentioning anything else...
you are 17 years old ok ... u r 6 months pregnant ... ok
so whats wrong ... wanna go for abortion ..but isn't it a little late 4 that?
why don't u just try to be positive ... and now since a new one is coming .. make plans of saving 4 the young one .. also if possible finishing ur education at the same time ... 'coz finishing school and college is good and educational qualifications help in finding a better job in future...
understand that it is tough to raise a child ... you have to stay grounded ... i wonder whether you will get help from the father of the child ...if not also..just think positive.. (thinking positive is something i am very bad at , but that's me)
or is it that u don't won't this child....
i don't think abortion is possible at this advanced stage... have u consulted a doctor?
if you don't won't to keep the baby then i guess the poor thing is goin 4 adoption... maybe if lucky might find somebody else better to take care of him or her
whatever decision u take try to be matured and also try to right down reasons why u want the child or not ...
(i would say to give importance to the child 'coz its u r baby... )
and above everything good luck and don't lose hope.
2006-06-16 05:19:50 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep your baby, find support and a way to be mommy. You'll never regret it. Call a local church and ask for the number of a pregnancy support center. They can help with diapers, maternity clothes - even help you find childcare and support that you need. Whatever the circumstances - it's irrelevant now, God did a miracle in you and this is one of the most beautiful experiences in life. Don't know where you live but contacting Care Net would be a great place to find assistance - they could point you in the right direction in the very least. They won't make you feel like a charity case or give you guilt at all.
2006-06-16 05:23:50 · answer #6 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are considering keeping this baby you will be just fine. Having a baby this young might not have been your plan, but it happened. I am a firm beliver in everything happens for a reason. Just take care of yourself, eat right, excercise and think positively. Make sure you surround your self w/ people that love and support you. That plays a big role. Have you graduated HS already? If not are you still in school.
All those who say you have ruined your life its not true. Having a child is one of the best things in life. I had my daughter at 20. Think of it this way when she's 18 you'll be what 35 or 36? She'll be grown, and you will be able to have fun. Think of all these other parents that have their babies late, they will be raising children while yours is already grown.
Think positively! and GOOD LUCK!
2006-06-16 05:41:58 · answer #7 · answered by smilie33711 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take care of your health doctor appt., vitamin food intake sleep do walks if possible ,Don't smoke or the others it effect the child, Try looking into parenting class, network where I'm from the local paper/school sometime have a program call PRICE , using common sense on different problem arise on dealing with the child. you might want to think prepare ahead on some of the item wipe ,shampoo, powder ,and other item that have good shelf life a couple newborn clothing after a while they do grow fast look at some 1T. Try your best and forget about all the negative people they like to bring you down to their level ,, O.K. ?
2006-06-16 05:24:43 · answer #8 · answered by ssanchez2002 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unless you plan to get married, give the baby up for adoption. Their are thousands of two parent families desperate to raise that baby in a healthy loving environment. It would be the best thing for your baby and for you. You don't want to try to raise a kid right now. You still have a whole lot of live to live before you settle down and start a family. It would be the least selfish thing you ever did. You can have an open adoption so you can still see the baby as often as you want. Talk to an agency. You will be amazed at your options! They will pay for your prenatal care, council you, and you get to pick out and interview the adoptive parents. Give your kid a chance at a great life.
2006-06-16 05:09:00 · answer #9 · answered by whatdoiknow 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was 19 when I had my first baby. I have 3 boys now, and I won't lie, it's hard. But you didn't ruin your life. There's still a chance. Just keep doing your thing. Finish school, graduate, go to college. There are many programs that will help you with baby sitting costs, college fees, books etc... THere are many ways to do it, just don't let having a baby get in your way. If you really want to succeed, you will.
Good luck
2006-06-16 05:05:21 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋