What is your opinion on parents who have teenagers but continue to have a couple more kids?
2006-10-30 10:02:04 · 15 answers · asked by Rockin' n Rollin' 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
Great parents. My oldest brother was 23 when I was born, and there were three in between us.
2006-10-30 10:04:26 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Personally I feel it's one of those all power to them deals. If a parent can cope with a newborn and teenager--that's one great parent. I couldn't do it but I've known a few that can.
My friends family was very strict Catholic. In their church they didn't believe in birth control so they used "natural birth control" for years! It actually worked for about ten years and then they ended up getting pregnant. While they were very suprised--they were also very excited! They have to be some of the best parents out there. They have learned from having teenagers--the need for patience. So far they have six children ages 22, 20, 17, 15, 11, and 1. They are able to help with college and are in the right place financially. They aren't old either--only about 40+! They are good parents and great people. I'm so happy they are able to control all six of their kids--many people cannot control just one!
2006-10-30 18:15:05 · answer #2 · answered by .vato. 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
My husband and I have 4 children. Their ages are 27, 25, 21, and 9. Our youngest came as a complete surprise as I conceived after being on birth control pills for 11 years. When she was a newborn, our older kids were 18, 15, and 12. While she was not planned, after she joined our family, we couldn't imagine our life without her. She is well-loved, much wanted, and well cared for. My opinion on parents who have teenagers yet have more children is that if the babies are loved, wanted and care for, then each couple has the right to decide how they want their family to be.
2006-10-30 18:43:43 · answer #3 · answered by sevenofus 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I say "why not" ?! My best friend has children ages 22, 19, 17, 15, 12 and 8. She was widowed a few years ago and recently became engaged to a 40 year old man who has never had any children of his own. They fully intend to start trying to conceive just as soon as their married (FYI- she's 35 and the oldest children are not her biological kids but she's raising them anyways.) Her house is gonna be a FUN place. LOL!!!!
2006-10-30 18:07:12 · answer #4 · answered by 'tisJustMe 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's based on the person. Some people do it because there baby is growing up and they miss having a young child around. They are starting over again but if thats what they want to do then I wish them well. My next child wont be for another 5 years that way I can space them out but not 12 years a part. I think my Husband would agree.
2006-10-30 18:06:54 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't see anything wrong with it. I was 17 when my baby brother was born (he's 8 now) - i adored him from the start and, as a teenager, there wasn't the jealously issue at all. I think it may have been easier for my mum too cause she had a daughter who could baby sit! lol. My mum was and still is a great mum - still to me (her 25 y/o daughter) and my adorable 8 y/o brother!!!
2006-10-30 18:38:53 · answer #6 · answered by Smiley One 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am 22 right now with a 22 month old son. My sister is 11 and is like an only child. She is very sad sometimes and begs me to bring my son over to play with her! I feel sad for her because she doesn't get to experience growing up with a sibling (we also have a 19 year old brother whom I was close with, but she barely knows him). I wouldn't do this to my son. If I have another one, it will be soon so there isn't a big age gap. And my poor mother, she doesn't get to be just "Grandma" to my son because she is also yelling at my sister to do homework!
2006-10-30 18:50:30 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My sisters were 17 and 15 when I was born. My nephews and neices are a huge part of my life and I loved growing up with them close to me in age....the oldest is 2 1/2 years younger than myself. We lived close to each other all through our childhood, and I am still close with most of them. I am glad that they waited to have me, most of the time anyway..lol. They were more prepared for what was ahead of them, and they also had my sisters to help out with me. I had both of mine close together, and am glad that I did so, but in several years you never know, I could end up wanting more, and I know that it can be done without risking that your child doesn't feel as loved or wanted.
2006-10-30 18:11:31 · answer #8 · answered by Playful_Pandora 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
there is nothing wrong with that. my god parents have 3 children in there 20's and a 1 year old as well. they mostly have kids later on because they regret not being able to spend alot time with their previous children or missed out on alot of things in their childrens lives.
2006-10-30 22:54:40 · answer #9 · answered by babyvoice69 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well looks like me! i have 5 kids with the oldest being 13 i tied my tubes 2 weeks ago when jordan was born anyway i think it is ok there is no wrong to have babies when you want them when you dont want them find an adoption center but i suggest not because having many kids is hard but rewarding when you see that they are comfortable and happy
2006-10-30 21:05:52 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋