I am 18 years old and I really love my boyfriend. I live on my own away from home where I grew up, in a different state than my parents. What is the worst thing my family could do to me if they found out that I was pregnant? Me and my boyfriend love eachother very much. How would I tell my family? And what would you say is my best option?
2006-11-05 11:18:12 · 17 answers · asked by butterfly06love 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Your are 18 years old and can do whatever you want. Just remember for every action there is a consequence.
2006-11-05 11:58:10 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are 18. That is the biggest bit of information you've provided. You have not mentioned how long you have been with your boyfriend.
I speak from experience when I say that you are probably too young. Without knowing some of the mitigating factors, you are probably not ready to have children yet.
I do realize that you feel ready, and that you love your boyfriend. Things change. Life gets harder, and if you think that growing up is tough, then you're just not grown up enough.
It would be best to wait until you are both settled, with established jobs and stable housing.
As for you parents, I doubt that they would disown you, which would be the worst case scenario. I could almost guaranty that they would remain supportive no matter what your decision is. Their feelings should be the last thing on your mind in this case, unless they have expressed views to the contrary in the past.
2006-11-05 11:34:14 · answer #2 · answered by Steiphyn Daemon 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
From your question it sounds as if your planning on keeping this child. Being in love is a good start, but believe me its not a good reason for having a child. Does your boyfriend intend to marry you before you give birth? And the means to take care of you & a baby? If he does, call your mom & tell her that your getting married. She's your best friend & always will be. Your family can't do anything to you for making a mistake. All parents love their children,most importantly all children need both parents, too. Think this through very carefully, if you don't believe in abortion I would give it up for adoption. Once you have a child your life will never be the same. Enjoy your young life its so very short, finish college. Use Birth control so this never happens again.
2006-11-05 11:44:48 · answer #3 · answered by MsDiviness 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well if your parents are understanding then i think they won't yell at u but u should listen whatever they say because u know they have mor experience then u do but i think if u are away from your parents it will be very hard for u to have that baby because parents at least can help u but when u are alon u have to do everything yourself and u are still young u should have fun instead of sitting with a baby but don't forget ask an opinion from your boyfriend too, whish u all the best hope everything goes the way u want don't woory to much it is bad for the baby lol
2006-11-05 11:27:22 · answer #4 · answered by burundukgan 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well first off you are of age now so not much they can do to you...... They might be upset because you are not married. They will go thru mixed emotions. There are different ways to tell them. If you are very close to them make a visit home.. If not call them on the phone..... What do you mean as best option?
Good Luck and Congrats :)
2006-11-05 11:25:33 · answer #5 · answered by Mrs. Getz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well if you are pregnant and you and your boyfriend are happy then I do not see why you should worry how your family will react I mean you are 18 making you legal to make your own choices and do as you please.
The worst thing your family could do is stop talking to you but I seriously doubt they would do that, if anything they will be happy for you.
2006-11-05 11:22:29 · answer #6 · answered by Diamonds_Glow 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you really love your boyfriend and you two are very happy together then good for you. I think you should tell you're family and they can only be upset and disappointed. You are an adult now and free to make your own decisions. Who knows, maybe they will be excited for you right away! No matter what, though, if they love you they will be happy for you.
2006-11-05 11:34:48 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i don't think that 18 is a bad age to get pregnant i would just call your family and tell them so if they get mad you wont have to see the look on their face when you tell them you are pregnant the worst thing your parents could do is be mad about your pregnancy you are considered an adult. well tell me how things go i hope all goes well with you.
2006-11-05 11:24:20 · answer #8 · answered by hailey s 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was 18 when I concieved my first child. My family was happy for me. It is difficult to tell them though. Call them and let them know. You are an adult, so it really doesnt matter if they approve or not. Good luck on your new family!
2006-11-05 11:24:37 · answer #9 · answered by jamie s 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the worst thing they would do is yell and scream and be upset for a while, but this is your life and you are going to do what you want to do.. You should tell them, in person, and they may be so happy cause they are getting a grandchild
2006-11-05 11:21:50 · answer #10 · answered by goodlookin.mama 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋