Hiya guys, help is welcomed =)?

Question

I'm 18 years old and I've just recently found out I'm pregnant, I don't know how far along I am yet as I haven't been to the docs. I'm not totally sure about the idea of having a child as I am only young but my heart is more toward keeping it. Anyway, recently I haven't been feeling too good, I feel sick everytime I eat (it doesn't in any way stop me from eating though) and I'm feeling dizzy and tired most of the time - even now. I'm just asking for general advice really

Answer 1

The best thing you can do is:

#1 Seek prenatal care immediately
#2 Get on prenatal vitamins (even if they are just from the drug tore)
#3 Go out and buy "What to Expect When you're Expecting" (It is the "Direction Manual" of pregnancy...best and most informative book you'll ever get your hands on)
#4 Go to www.Babyzone.com ...they also have a wealth of information that can answer just about any questions you may have.


I think it's great that you're leaning toward keeping it...it's going to be a lot of work, but it's totally worth it. And the fact that you're mature enough to look outside your self and start researching your condition is a good sign...most people your age don't have the sense god gave a turnip when it comes to "what to do" ...seeking help is a great start. Congratulations and good luck.

Answer 2

I'm feeling the same way right now, I'm sick and dizzy and tired all the time. I'm 6 weeks along and have just started to feel morning sickness. I eat small amounts constantly to keep myself from getting sick. I don't know what to say about the fatigue because I have no idea on how to make myself not tired.
When was your last period? You can use this website to calculate how far along you are.
http://pregnancy.about.com/cs/pregnancycalendar/l/blpregcalc.htm
I know it's a hard decision to make whether you want to keep the child or not. No one can make that decision for you, but can help you think about what each decision means. If you don't think that you will be able to take care a child, you probably would do best with either an abortion or giving it up for adoption. But know that many people regret getting an abortion later on in their lives or even immediately afterwards and these thoughts last their whole lives. It is also hard to give your child up for adoption, but may be the best choice for the child if you can't take care of it (many times you can keep in contact with the adopted parents.) If you keep the child, you will love them with all your heart, but also know that life has you know it really comes to an end. Everything will be about your little one and your life really does revolve around them rather than you. Being young will mean you have more energy to take care of the little one, and it doesn't mean you have to give up college or a career. There are many great programs out there to help support young single mothers. If you need someone to talk to about your pregnancy whose feeling similar things such as yourself, feel free to give me an e-mail.

Answer 3

Go see your doctor and get some prenatal pills, it will help with your nutition. If you get sick often try having smaller meals through the day. Also I found mint tea helps with nausea, and saltine crakers. Rest whenever you feel the need to. As you get further along the tiredness will go away (until the last trimester) and so will the nausea.Make sure you have friends and family to support you. If you are not sure about keeping it there is always adoption.

Answer 4

Hi Lauren,
Well, obviously you should see a doctor as soon as you can to find out if you and the fetus are ok. I know others here will give you the same advice.

Here's a link to a site you can use to get some of your questions answered.
http://www.teenhealthfx.com/index.php
In the Search box type in "pregnant" "abortion" and any other keywords you want to get some information about.

Read this one too.
Pregnancy: What to Do When Your Pregnancy Is Unexpected:
http://familydoctor.org/842.xml

Best of luck to you and your baby.

Answer 5

it sounds like you are suffering from a little morning sickness,it will pass soon.L can understand that the thought of having a baby can be a little daunting,but a person can feel this way at any age.I was pregnant with my first daughter at 18 as well.The thought of having an abortion with her never entered my head,but of course l still had fears and concerns,as l was only 18.being pregnant with her made me see what l wanted to do with my life,sure l was a little broke for the first couple of years but my daughter was worth every bit of it.l hope that every thing works out for you,take care.

Answer 6

I FEEL THE SAME WAY all the time but decided on what you want and listen to your self and you can get pills from the doc if you feel to sick also eat smaller amouts at a time that seems to help good luck wish you the best

Answer 7

first, you need to find out if you are really pregnant. go to the doctor. then you have to ask yourself some very serious questions. Do you have the means to take care of a child? What are you going to do for shelter, money, a job, and daycare? Life as you know it is over after you have a child. everything completely changes.

Answer 8

I'll just lay it down hard for you--you will have a hell of a time during your pregnancy. you will not enjoy food as usual, your body will ache, you will feel wuzzy, etc.

now when you have that baby and look it into it's eye(or if it's eye is closed it's forehead) it will be worth it. now raising the kid is another story. you can ask a question when the baby is born.

but take your pregnant vitamins. take your pregnant vitamins! and make sure you go to your dated check-ups.


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Answer 9

You need to go to a doctor or at the very least get on some prenatal vitamins. A good diet and some exercise will also help you feel better. But you really should go to a doctor.

Answer 10

First things first. You need to figure out what you want to do regarding keeping the baby. If you feel you are not ready to raise a child there are other people who would love to raise a child. Get prenantal care for yourself and the child.