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Question

What do you think about teenage girls that are getting pregnant? I mean their life is just starting and they are bringing in a new one. And what would you do if one of these teenage girls turned out to be you? And guys, what would you do if you were the father?

I'm not pregnant I was just asking a question beacuse i know someone that was.

Answer 1

boys have to control themselves, and if they cannot they have to use protection for must. this will help girls from getting pregnant.

Answer 2

What teenagers don't understand about having babies (well, what a lot of people don't) is that it changes everything. I don't just mean the fact that you have a tiny little infant and it needs constant, round the clock care and attention, but also that your body changes physiologically. You have a different shape, foods taste different, alcohol reacts differently. And you process things differently, too. So your mind works differently. Being a parent makes you question everything you thought you knew about your opinions and values and morals! Suddenly it's not all about you anymore, it's about a helpless child who needs every dime and ounce of energy you can muster. I know I have 2 children and every day is a new challenge. From breast feeding to potty training to teaching them to make the right decisions to sending them off to school. It is THE HARDEST thing you will ever do. Don't be fooled, babies are precious, but teenagers are stupid if they think they can handle it. Wait until you've experienced some of life before putting a definitive cap on. Once you've become a parent there's no going back. If I had become pregnant as a teen I would have had an abortion.

Answer 3

Being a young mother is really diffucult. You do not have the skills to provide an income for that baby. Often- the father is in the same age range and he can not provide for the baby either.

Education is so important - it is critical that young mothers finish high school. And if they can it is really a great idea to attend junior college and get an Associates Degree or even better to try and finish University.

See each degree you receive qualifies you for more income--- often hiring managers are just looking for the degrees when they are hiring for positions. A High school degree provides that you can finish what you start and that you have the basics covered.

My best recommendation is that if someone wants to be a mother early in life or becomes a mother accidently-- that the young mother continue her education.

Also-- there are many scholarships avail for single mothers.

Birth control is avail at planned parenthood in most states and some forms are 99% effective in the prevention of conception so that is always an option. Condoms are aval at Walmart, CVS, Rite - Aid and gas stations-- if used correctly condoms are 78% effective in prevention of pregnancy.

Good Luck

Answer 4

I think that girls are just forced to grow up too fast in today's society so, being pregnant isn't such a big deal.

There's not a lot of positive encouragement for children at all these days: parents always have to work and women have unprotected sex without thinking of the consequences-mentally-to the children they end up with.

I mean-yeah, you can do what you want but it's wrong to assert your independence by creating a life that will completely destroy the independence that you think you are gaining. Girls should be virgins longer or AT LEAST take responsibility for what they are doing and take some precautions. If you feel you are old enough to have sex, then you should at least be mature enough to know you can't afford a baby and you can't possibly give it anything it will need to be successful and you are setting yourself up for a VERY hard life.

My mom had me when she was 15 and my sister when she was 16. Can you imagine having two kids before you even graduate HIGH school? I waited until I was 25 to have my first daughter and I still wish I'd of waited a bit longer.

And-for those of you considering murder to 'fix' your mistake-just imagine if your parents did that to you. Abortion is wrong. No one should have to die to fix your mistake when could've prevented anyway.

Answer 5

I think it's unfortunate that children are having children. However, I hope they get sufficient support from their parents and other people to ensure the safety of the child. I'm not an advocate for abortion, but I am uncomfortable with the prospect of teenage girls becoming mothers and raising babies, which too many are inadequately equipped to do. Motherhood is not an easy job for any woman but it's a much more difficult assignment for young women because most haven't had enough schooling, aren't in a financially stable situation, and may be drug, alcohol or nicotine dependent.

Thankfully, I'm not a youth anymore, but were I faced with an unplanned pregnancy I'd have to fulfill my duty as a father to the child, which might include getting another job (or two) to prepare for the baby's arrival and then working more hours than I'd prefer once the baby is born to support the child and its mother. I'd commit myself to a lifelong partnership with the baby's mom to help raise the child to the best of our ability.

Answer 6

I am a high school teacher, I consistently have 2-3 pregnant girls in my classes each semester. School wide, I would say 30% or more of the girls have babies, some even have multiple children. It always breaks my heart. Its such a difficult road, even under the best of circumstances. It puts so many more pressures upon you, and it makes it difficult because you may not be able to give your child all you want to. I know it can be done and that they love their babies with all their hearts, but its just so hard.

I know I couldn't have handled it as a teen. I was too selfish! I couldnt imagine giving up everything for somebody else. Because I knew I wasnt ready, I just didnt put myself in the place to get pregnant early.

Answer 7

I think it shows how stupid we as a society are as teenagers and how lax we are getting with our social mores by allowing this to happen without them being alienated. In the 50's and before, if a girl got pregnant out of wedlock, she was usually sent away and treated as an outcast. During that time, the teen pregnancy rate was much lower. If it was a girl I knocked up, I'd do the right thing and marry her, taking responsibility for the child I created.

Answer 8

will I was 17 when I had my first child in 94. Yes, that was rough yet if you are mature enough then there is no big deal. Yes, my life was just starting yet that was a chance that I had taken when I got that way. I was married. And I THOUGHT I knew what I wanted! I raised my little girl just fine with ALOT of times with NO HELP! and a single mother! I DID A GREAT JOB! If I could turn things around and do things different would I? Yes, To young I did have a life ahead yet I made that choice and I STILL take care of her! Wouldn't take nothing for her! My kids are MY LIFE!

Answer 9

I was 16 years old when I had my son. I I kept my son and today he is 11 years old. Do I regret it no. I kept him because I could not have an abortion and I defininetly could not give him to somebody else to raise. At the age of 16 teens are still immature and want to hang out with their friends. However, I matured faster than your average teen because I had responibilities. The hanging out I did was with my son and his father. I am not going to lie it was a difficult struggle but it was worth it. I have an intelligent, handsome and respectful little man. Would I do it all over again yes because my son makes me who I am and to be a mother is the most beautiful feeling in the world.

Some teens keep the baby for different reasons and that is their choose. I am not God to judge anyone and the way I see it is to eaches one.

Answer 10

Speaking from personal experience, I myself was pregnant at 19 and at that time I insisted that I could make it work with or without the father. He decided to stick by me, I am now 26 still married to him and we have another beautiful girl. However, it's been a very difficult road for us. Since we started young, I didn't have the opportunity to focus on myself as I would have had I not had the baby at 19. So I kinda worked backwards, instead of making myself a life, I started a family and then worked on me and my life. I think young people or teens are just very strong-headed, they think they know everything and don't listen to their parents or value their opinions. I was that way at that age, I think it just comes with the territory. It's not bad parenting, it's just lack of communication and stuborn kids. If I had it to do all over again knowing what I know now, I would have waited to start my family and would have lived life for me to make a good life for my future family. But you deal the cards your dealt and make the best of it. So, my advise to any teen that is pregnant, don't have it NOW, just hold off until you older and ready to provide for that kid. There's plenty of time in your life to start a family, what's the rush?

Answer 11

i was 18 when i got pregnant with my first baby. I am doing fine.
the daddy was 16 (almost 17) we are still together and have a total of 3 kids.

my moms best friend had TWINS when she was 15. She is now the head nurse of the neo natal department and both of her girl are grown and graduated college doing beautifuilly.

teen pregnancy will only bring you down if you let it. I know that i would not be where i am in my life if it werent for my kids coming when they did.