What a good age to have a baby ?

Question

When do you think is a good age to have a baby or even start thinking of kids? I mean cause now a days kids are havign babies at 13 or 12 maybe even 8 to keep their countries population up. I have already started to think about babies. I have already picked names anyway.

(Girl: Nevaeh Alexandra Boy: Terrence Allen)

But really what do you think is a good age to be having babies?
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I only started thinkign of names (which I been doing since I was like 8)

No, I am not thinkign of a baby yet. Heck, I want my teenage years! (yes I am 13 waited for it for years)

Answer 1

There is no magic age for a female to have babies but if you look back at history the younger the person is the more of the chances are not to survive such a traumatic event to a young body; which is the same for a female of an older age.
In today's world and society most women who have the means to support themselves and complete an education find themselves having children at a later age and enjoying their youth while they can, but on the other hand do you want to be 60 with a child that is starting to go to college?

One should not even consider having a child until one has finished with all of their schooling and has been able to take care of themselves before even thinking of bringing another life into the world.

P.S. How old are you know?

Answer 2

8, 12, and 13 year olds are having babies? It's practically impossible for an 8 year old to have a baby. You have to have your period to get pregnant! Most 12-13 year olds don't have babies either. There is a bit of a problem with "teen pregnancy" but that's usually girls who are like 15-18.

Anyway, I would say the best time to have kids is somewhere between your mid 20s and late 30s. Teenagers and many people in their early 20s are still in school, and not financially stable and therefore can't support a child and will be more likely to live in poverty. You also might feel like you missed out on a lot, if you get yourself tied down to kids that young. You can't party, travel the world, and go out with your friends whenever you want when you have children.

But, once you hit 40, it's really risky to have a baby, because the chances of having complications are much higher, so that's why you shouldn't wait TOO late.

Answer 3

There is no "good" age to have a baby. Each person's maturity reaches a level that would be "acceptable" before having a baby at a different time. I'm 21...got pregnant at 20. (Married) but I've always been very mature. I defintely wouldn't suggest teenagers having babies though even if they are mature because they do need to have some fun as "kids" and finish high school and start bringing in a paycheck before a baby. And marriage is very important before children because it helps to create a more stable environment for children.

Answer 4

Ok first of all I don't know how old you are but I really hope you are not 13, 12 or 8 years old and planning on getting pregnant?? Now age should not be the first thing to consider when planning parenthood. As mentioned previously you need to be mentally, financially, & physically prepared. Life is such a precious gift and too many "babies" are having "babies" (if you know what I mean) . Now if you are of a mature age and feel you are ready in all areas then here is a good site to visit.........

Answer 5

In your 20s, I would say after 25. Sometime after you have a good job or career, so that way you can provide for your baby. I really don't agree about having babies at such a young age. I Hope you are not 13 and thinking about babies already. Just enjoy life before anything else. You will always have time to have babies, but not to properly enjoy life.

Answer 6

i was 20 when my son was born and my boyfriend was nearly 18. he wasnt planned but we love him ever so much. has many people have said then it is not age that matter but wether you have stable relationship, some money behind you and a great family and friends to support you. if you have all those things and you think the timing is right and you are ready for a baby.. many people have said have one at 30 cos ur more mature well thats a load of crap. i known people that are 16 years old and have kids and are very mature and have a job , ok dont earn much but still a job. i say around 20-25 cos its a good age and i think its wrong when people have babies in their 40's. has you choosing names i always wanted joshua in my sons name wether middle or first name cos it was a mate at school that died at early age. i always had name lousianna or tia for a girl and tyler or thomas as a boy,.

Answer 7

RE:
What a good age to have a baby ?
When do you think is a good age to have a baby or even start thinking of kids? I mean cause now a days kids are havign babies at 13 or 12 maybe even 8 to keep their countries population up. I have already started to think about babies. I have already picked names anyway.

(Girl: Nevaeh...

Answer 8

It's not so much a physical age as to an emotional age that determines when you are ready. I began thinking about babies at the age of 16, and was married and SERIOUSLY wanting one at the age of 19, however, I knew I wasn't ready yet because there was still so much I wanted to do before being tied down with kids. Thank goodness I waited too because I wound up getting divorced! I finally decided to have children at the age of 31 and after I'd:
1) Traveled to Italy, Germany, S Korea, Austria, Hungary and most of the US.
2) Been to DisneyLand AND DisneyWorld once each.
3) Partied my butt off until I got it out of my system and no longer felt the need to go drinking and dancing and staying out until 2am with my buds.
4) I'd been married and with the same man for 7 years and KNEW it was going to work (babies are very very hard on a relationship)
5) Out of as much debt as possible. 5 years before we decided to have children my husband and I began paying off all debts with a consolidation loan in anticipation of eventually making the decision to have children. This allowed me to quit my job once we had the baby so I could raise her instead of placing her in daycare. It's an important decision every parent must make and it's always best to set it up where you actually have a choice when possible.
6) My husband completed college

Daydream all you want but don't make the decision to have a child until you've done all you want to do as a single person. Yes, you can go to DisneyWorld with children but it is a totally different experience from going by yourself, running onto all the rides YOU want to ride, chowing on spicy Thai food, etc. You can't travel the world, or much of ANYWHERE, with kids either. You can't go out partying, it's just not the responsible thing to do. Once in a while is okay, but the every weekend party lifestyle that most young adults go through has to be set aside. Think long and hard. You'll be a better person, a better parent and a happier parent if you wait until you are emotionally ready.

And I believe this is the season to say :
My name is HealthyGirl and I approve this message.
HAHAHA! (just a little political humor there)

Answer 9

Everybody will tell you what a good age to have children is. Some will say 18, other's will say 19 or 20, and some will even say late 20's or 30's. I chose to have my kid's fairly young, because I want to be able to run around outside with my kid's when I can, not worrying about breaking a bone bending over. I was 19 when I had my daughter and I got pregnant with my son unexpectantly, so I had him 13 month's after my daughter was born, but I wouldn't trade him for the world. You just have to wait until it's right for you. You'll know when you're ready.

Answer 10

the best time have a baby is when you are ready able and willing to look after one. make sure that you are ready for a big change in your life. there is no set time that is considered right time to have a baby because everyone's situation is different. If you are married then be prepared for a big change for both of you or if you decide to have a baby alone then be prepared for allot of sleepless nights and lots of diaper changes.
You will know when the timing is right for you.
Good Luck and Enjoy Your Teenage Years.