im Pregnant?

Question

I am 17, pregnant...and have told all my parents and boyfriends parents...i am adopted, just not finalized yet...my biological mother was disapointed and excited and my adopeted are disapointed...my due date is March 12, 2007...so in the coming months what should i expect from being pregnant??? this is my first...and i just quit smoking to help the babies and my heath....i don t drink or do any drug...and am afraid of the horse pills(prenatal vitamins) i am taking "Flintstones With Iron" (im borderline anemic) is this safe??? Dr. said the Flinstones was ok....Please help

Boyfriend and i are both excited, he is 22...and we cant wait...i kinda have morning sickness too, and have been sucking down sour lollypops to help with that...

Oh...and i want to breastfeed...is this heathier for the baby??? and how long should i do that??? Also, will that make them spit up less?

btw...im turning 18 tom..!!!! so it was planed...i finished school and am in college

Answer 1

Depending on which state you live in....Your bf could go to Jail...If i were you I would prepare for a life of pain and suffering..because more then likely your bf will eventually leave you. You are obviously making a huge mistake...and I hope your happy that you just messed up your life...your only 17 years old! Didn't anyone teach you common sense...People should be disappointed in you! You are getting the beginning stages of SMS...single mother syndrome..You are gonna end up just like your mother...also if you don't know how to spell..you shouldn't be having unprotected sex!

Answer 2

well congrats. All the vitamins are safe for you so dont worry and they are safe for the baby but if you that worried just tellthe doctor. And yes breatsfeeding is best for your baby baecuase your breastmilk is a spacific formula made just for your baby. pretty cool hey. You can breast feed for as long as you want but i would give it about six months and wein the baby onto a bottle. That way it wont be such a hassle for you when the baby starts to walk and stuff. You can pump though and put that into the bottle. It also helps with bonding to and it does help with spitting up. And don't worry your parents will get excited in time....its probablt just a shock to them right now. I'm 18 and my daughter is 13 months already. And also i give you lots of credit for finishing school and staying in college. You sound like you will be a good mom. GOOD LUCK

Answer 3

You seem happy and thats all you need right now. I got pregnant when I was 17 too and the babys father was also 22, so this story is sounding way to familiar. From being pregnant the first time mine was a breeze, but you can expect stretch marks which are always fun and never go away. Try rubbing cocoa butter on your tummy, legs, hips, and butt probably when you start showing or even now. Eventually you will feel the baby move and you wont know what it is but when you figure it out it will put a tear in your eye. Good Luck honey and just keep your self happy. Don't over stress yourself and don't listen to any negative things from anyone.

Answer 4

I really don't know what to tell you to expect during your pregnancy because I have never been pregnant. My husband & I have been trying for 6yrs with no luck. If it is ment to be it will happen! Anyway, I just want to say THANK YOU SO MUCH for loving your baby & yourself enough to quit smoking & to say health. I look up to you for wanting to breastfeed. That is what breast were put on a women for. My mom did not breastfeed my brother but did me. She said he stayed sick a lot but I was hardly ever sick. I do think you need vitamins while you are pregnant so if the doctor says the flintstone vitamins are okay just take those. I have heard a lot of people complain about the prenatal vitamins. Well happy birthday & good luck.

Answer 5

Please contact your physician and go by his/her advise. It is a hard thing for a 17-year-old to be pregnant because you really haven't had the time nor maturity to learn about what it is like to have a child. Children are a big responsibility. They need a lot of care and one of them is to breast feed because it is a lot healthier for the child if you can do it. I am not sure what you are asking when you say what should you expect from being pregnant but you can expect the child to grow inside you naturally. It is good that you don't smoke, drink or take drugs. I would recommend that you take the prenatal vitamins though. They contain all of the correct nutrition for the child and not just for you.

I hope you will be safe and the child is healthy due to your young age. Are you and your boyfriend planning on getting married? I hope so, it is best for the child if they have both parents and I know that you can understand that because of your adoption.

Your boyfriend should be ashamed of himself for getting you pregnant so young. Actually is is rape on his part if you want to get technical. I hope that he takes responsibility for his actions.

Anyway, I wish you a safe and healthy pregnancy. It is a joy to bring life into the world. I have two sons, three grandchildren and enjoy them immensely. Thank you for your question.

Answer 6

You have a lot of learning to do, but don't worry. It sounds like you're on the right track. Good for you to stop smoking! First of all, make sure that you keep up with your prenatal doctor appts. If you have questions to ask the doctor, write them down ahead of time. That way you won't forget any. Your "Flintstones" vitamins will be okay. You could also try cutting the prenatal vitamins in half and be sure to take with food.
As for morning sickness... it's not fun. Try to keep food in your stomach. Eat several small meals a day. I found that it was when my stomach was empty that I threw up! You can also try Papaya Enzyme. It is suppose to help calm your stomach. (I tried it, but not enough to know if it helped.)
Breastfeeding is the best for your baby. The breast milk is easier to digest, so they won't spit up and they won't be constipated like a bottle feed baby. (It's also a lot cheaper!) Not to mention a great way to bond with baby. The La Leche League is a great support organization for breastfeeding mothers. Good luck!

Answer 7

There is a book you can get its called "What to expect when your expecting" it is a good book goes through everything from start to finish. Good to quit smoking that makes your babies weight less if you do smoke so wtg on stopping. They have others as far as the prenatal vitamins that are not as big just have to see what works for you and if the flinstones are good and you doc says they are ok then that is fine. Breast feeding is better for your baby helps with they immune system and also helps your uterus get back to its normal size faster.

Answer 8

I am glad to hear you told your parents. I have been told by my OB (I'm 4 months) that the flintstones vitamines are okay for you and the baby it is actually common for women to take those in place of prenatals. You can expect to be extremely tired, have mood swings worse then anytime you have had PMS, cry easier and laugh harder. Don't be suprised if your boyfriend starts to get on your every last nerve it is normal. You have alot of suprises in store for you but a great joy that nothing can compare to is growing inside of you and it is up to you to do everything in your power to keep it safe. I wish you the best of luck you have a hard road ahead. I'm here if you have any questions or just need someone to talk to.

Answer 9

well congratulations!!!!! you sound like your going about things the right way!! i started young to, but i was 18. i don't regret at all my decisions. except the fact that it has been a rough road, but its made me who i am. hang in there during those tough times with you and your beau, at least he is a little older, i hope he is more mature then most boys his age.. just take it a day at a time. eat lots of saltine crackers, and don't be afraid to ask anyone for help. you will soon see what beautiful blessings babies are... you will one day experience such great joy!!!! congrats, and don't worry about the parents, they will get over it, especially when the baby is born!

Answer 10

The only important issue here is your child doesn't matter what anyone saids or cares. All the baby needs is the parents support. A baby is a blessing from God. Take care of yourself and have a healthy baby.