How do I..?

Question

Okay,
I'm a teen dad, and please don't mock me about it.
I'm 17, I dropped out of school, my dad owns one of the Marriot Hotels, so I work there as a manager.
I love my daughter Samantha, and my girlfriend, Ashley.
I wouldn't take this back for the world,
but people always mock me about my mistakes.
How do i make them stop?

And, here are pictures of my beautiful 5 month old Samantha Nicole
http://images.myphotoalbum.com/s/sa/sam/sama/saman/samanthadelillo/albums/album01/Samantha_284.sized.jpg

& Just Born
http://images.myphotoalbum.com/s/sa/sam/sama/saman/samanthadelillo/albums/album03/Samantha_035.sized.jpg

Answer 1

She is a very pretty baby! Good for you for taking responsibility. It must be pretty tough. For the people who mock you, let it slide. It'll be hard, but you know you are doing what you need to to take care of your responsibilities. When you get the chance, get your GED and further your education whenever and wherever you can. Best wishes!

Answer 2

Well i think it is human nature to mock people i think everyone does it at some point or another i know i will catch my self doing it i think with people like ur self who is a teen parent with all the birthcontrol out there still end up pregnant and most adults think wow there goes another life down the drain sorta speak I think you just need to deal with it and move on Yes u will get mocked and looked at but its ok its not the end of the world Your doing a great job with what u have right now most teen dads run away from there pregnant girlfriends and i thank you for getting a job and loven your little girl which BTW she is SO pretty be proud of her...Life is full of mistakes we all make them but at the end of the day would you really call her a mistake i don't think so so love her and take care of her and don't worry about other people your doing the best u can right now GL and take care of that baby.....When things get back to kinda normal try for Ur GED u would feel great about getting it

Answer 3

She's a cutie! Next time someone says something about what happened, u tell them to shut up and mind their own buisness and tell them i am sure u made a few mistakes also, everyone does. or just flat out say ur daughter isnt a mistake, shes the best thing that has ever happened to u. i have 3 of my own and couldnt imagine not having them in my life. dont let people like that get u down, most of them r just jealous they dont have what u do, lasting love. i hope i helped out some. good luck with everything and always love ur babies and b there for them. anyone can b a father but it takes a real man to b a dad and thats what u r. ur princess is adorable.

Answer 4

She's gorgeous! How many pounds? She looks pretty big. Mine were 9 and 10 pounds. I had c sections. Did she? or Natural Birth?

Look, people are going to talk, just tell them that you thank them for their concern, but you will handle it, because you are determined to make it work and not become another statistic.
That should shut them up, if you mean it.
Actions speak louder than words, so you must show people this daily. They are just concerned because the odds ARE against you. But a little determination can shrink those odds. You'll be fine. You're not the first, and you won't be the last. If they could do it, so can you.

Answer 5

Ok here's how I see it. You are a dad, a 17 year old dad at that. You want people to stop mocking you...I hate to say it but some people won't. But in my opinion you baby and your girlfriend are very lucky girls, because my situation is different.

You see I am 21 and also pregnant by a guy who is 21 also, but he left me as soon as I got pregnant and he has nothing to do with me or our son-to-be. I have 5 weeks left in my pregnancy and i am going to tell you that you are a very special guy. I am very impressed with how u handled the situation and showed people that you know how to be a real man. You give girls like me hope that there are good guys out there, and I may not know you but I am very proud.

So just tell them people to kiss you butt!! Because you are doing what you need to do for your child and helping your girlfriend support and raise your child!!

Answer 6

i became a mom at 16 yrs old.I can tell you, it will never stop because people are judgemental. You are doing the right thing, and im proud of you about that. You should try though, to get your ged, and maybe then pursue night classes or online classes for a degree because it will benefit your baby in the long run. Im 21 now and have just started college, i have 2 kids now and i love it. My advice when someone gives you ****, ignore them, dont let them know it bugs you and let them know that you love it.The more fuel you feed them the worse it will get. Sometimes people need to be reminded to keep their opinions to themself. I love my son and im proud of him, therefore im not ashamed that i had him. Good luck.and remember there are so many parents who dont do the right thing, that are in their 30's and 40's and so on.keep being responsible and prove them wrong.its the best revenge:))

Answer 7

i'm glad you are taking an active interest in your daughter! raising a daughter DOES take a mans touch. did you know that a great deal of her self-esteem will come from YOU? how you treat her, and how you treat women will be a great influence on her... always put your daughter first!

i'm sad to hear you dropped out of school. go back to school. you can be a better dad and you will be better able to support your family with an education. single parents go to college to. don't throw away your education, you're going to need it in to days job market!

and you asked about what to say to those that mock you... honestly you have to be an adult now. you will have to be polite and remind them that the only person that has to live with the consequences of your actions and your decisions IS YOU... and that you would appreciate it if they spent less time worrying about you. best of luck!

Answer 8

Tell them that you don't think something as perfect as your beautiful daughter could be a mistake. Tell them how much you love her and how hard you are working to do right by her. Tell them that you have a good job, you love your daughter and you hope that when she's older she will be proud of you. If they still give you problems, ask them if they are perfect or tell them that it's really none of their business.

Good for you for getting a good job and standing by your girlfriend and your daughter. I hope that you're eventually able to finish school because that diploma will be important to your future and your child's future. If you can't get back into the traditional classroom, look into getting a GED.

Good luck to you!

Answer 9

You baby is beautiful!!! I am so happy to hear of a father taking responsibility for their babies!!! Good for you!!!! Congrats!!!! Tell everyone that is mocking you to butt out and mind their own business. At least you are stepping up to the plate. That is a lot more than i can say for most guys these days. Ignore those people and just live your life to the best of your ability. Good luck!!! God bless!!! Do not give up on that precious baby!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer 10

Ignoe them. Are you taking care of your responsibilities? Did you earn that job or are you getting everything handed to you on a silver platter? By the looks of the pics it looks like you and your girlfriend are taking very good care of that precious little gift. Keep up the hard work and the rewards will continue to come your way. It's refreshing to see young people taking responsibility for what most people would consider a mistake. Bravo. Only one criticism.................If you really love her make that loving girlfriend of yours your wife. You have already started a beautiful family, if you really love her, MARRY HER!!!! She deserves that level of commitment and devotion from you. Best of luck to you. As for all the people giving you all the crap, tell them to mind their own business, it's your life.