im 15 years old im not very good with my studies. My boyfriend is in jail. Since im 15 nobody can give me a job. So i was wondering if you guys have any opinion of where i can work or look for a job. Please help me.
2006-11-29 08:25:15 · 37 answers · asked by tania 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Adolescent
drug-mule jump-off, I don't think they'll check a pregnant teen too closely. And to the jump-off part....you're 15 and pregnant.
2006-11-29 08:26:57 · answer #1 · answered by motorcitysmadman 4 · 0⤊ 4⤋
To start with congratulations! That probably hasn't been said to you very much. I think that it's wonderful that you want to work and try to earn your own money but the years ahead of you are going to be very hard and you'll really have to plan your next steps carefully.
I would suggest you try to find a course that will allow you to study for a particular job. It isn't fair but you have 2 things working against you. Firstly you are 15 so most people wouldn't give you a job anyway and secondly because you are pregnant you are eventually going to have to stop work to give birth and take care of your baby. This is working against you getting a job.
I know the idea of studying probably probably feels impossible but I fell pregnant when I was at University and managed a degree whilst pregnant and then with a new born baby. I am now doing a part-time job that I enjoy and that pays and decent wage.
Think about training for a job that you like the sound of and one that you can do part-time. Maybe something like nursing or working in a nursery. If you kow what you want to do in the future you can look to get the GCSE's that you need to get there. You can get the finacial support you need from the council until you are able to work and earn money for yourself.
Phone your local council or tourist information and ask if there are any local organisations for teenagers where you can speak to somebody one on one. For financial help the Job Centre were very good at pointing me in the right direction and giving me help filling in all the forms.
Good luck, and don't forget that there are lots of people that want to help you, you just have to know where to find them! x
2006-11-29 08:59:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It isn't the perfect answer, but a lot of people of all ages with babies do it for a bit of extra cash: try selling some stuff on Ebay. As well as your own 2nd hand stuff, you can make a real profit from buying stuff and re-selling it. You can find all sorts of stuff at ridiculous prices - try the red rails in TK Maxx. You don't need to be brainy and you can work the hours you want - you can take the baby shopping (you don't need to spend much - a few pounds will get you started) and list the stuff when he/she is asleep.
There are also the online market research agencies - they don't pay much but the more you register for, the more you'll get. Try www.quickwise.co.uk, www.ciao.co.uk, www.yougov.co.uk or type market reserch into google.
You will also be entitled to benefits, so go and speak to the Job Centre as soon as possible - people here will put down anyone on benefits and they're right, it isn't ideal, but at least you are a genuine case in need of all the help you can get, and if it helps you out for a bit then go for it. It is illegal to work while you're claiming, but if you're only selling 2nd hand stuff on Ebay you're legally ok - they don't check anyway! Just be careful and don't do anything that could get you into trouble.
I know how hard it is when you love someone that everyone else says is bad for you, sadly they are usually right. You'll have to decide for yourself what to do about your boyfriend, but it has to be what is best for your baby - sadly what you want comes second from now on! Think about whatever it was that put him in jail - was it violent or was it less serious like driving or non-payment of fines or something? Only you can decide!
Good luck to you. And ignore the miserable ****ers that are putting you down - they wouldn't say it to your face.
Sorry the answer is a bit long, but I really hope that some of it might be a bit of help to you.
Guys, I'm sure she'd really appreciate other practical ideas, like some of you have given, the negative stuff from the rest won't get her or her baby anywhere...
2006-11-29 08:54:39 · answer #3 · answered by Claire xxx 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
alot of places will not hire someone that is pregnant even if it were an adult, there are pregnant women that work but that is because they had the job before getting pregnant. The only place I see that may hire you is a fast food resteraunt, If I were you Id drop the jail bird boyfriend because what sort of roll model will that be to your child? Then Id focus more on my studies, If you have no education how are you going to teach your child anything when they start school and need your help? as far as financialy taking care of the baby, until you are old enough to work you may have to get help from state agencies in your area and maybe a child care association program that can help with child care when you can get a job. There are plenty of options for you out there but play it smart and for real little lady get rid of the babby daddy he will do you and that baby no good. Take him to court and get child support!!!!
2006-11-30 00:41:34 · answer #4 · answered by onehotmama 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No one is going to hire a pregnant girl!! Especially not a 15 year old one! For a start, because you are only 15 you are only allowed by law to work a certain amount of hours per week. The only job for you i'm afraid is a paper round!!
Reading your question I suggest your finish with your boyfriend. Being 15 and having a boyfriend in jail is not a good start! I suggest you try a little harder with oyur studies. Don't end up other teen mums who end up on benefits for the rest of their lives!!
2006-11-29 08:31:05 · answer #5 · answered by Spence 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your family knows someone that owns a small business, such as a family restaurant, you might be able to talk to the owner about giving cash under the table to waitress or something. But don't go to a large chain asking for that kind of employment. Since you are so young and expecting a child, babysitting would be a great job to get some experience with children. And seriously, if your boyfriend is in jail, he sounds like a loser anyway. Don't sit around waiting on him. Your child depends on you to make the right decisions. If your boyfriend is just going to keep on the path that he is on right now, get rid of him.
2006-11-29 08:30:57 · answer #6 · answered by Becky 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe Wal-Mart as a cashier/greeter but that would require that you stand up. You could probably be a cleaning lady which is not age specific, run a day care or baby sitting service at $100 a week per child. if you have 3-4 kids you can make more than you would as a cleaning lady or at Wal-Mart.
I would say the baby-sitting idea is best but when you say baby-sitting people think $5-$10 but if you call it a daycare you can command more. Most daycare providers are making $150 per week per child and have up to about 8 kids. Put an ad up in a grocery store or Wal-Mart if you have somewhere to keep the children. Many people are on a waiting list to get in a daycare and would sometimes pay double just to have someone to keep thier kids. You could fill up in a week or so but you have to take payment in advance and NEVER give people credit or allow them to pay you late.
2006-11-29 09:23:54 · answer #7 · answered by Magnus01 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, not unless you have a working permit through school. You may be able to babysit locally for a small child after school. Some money is better then no money. Your too young too have a boyfriend in jail? Sometimes growing up too fast is the wrong choice but is already done since you have a child on the way. Just remember to finish your education, it will take you places and your child!! Learn to be independent, this will help you in the long run. P.S. I'm in my daughter's name but I am a parent of 3 girls and feel your struggles! Keep your chin up and don't give up!
2006-11-29 09:02:13 · answer #8 · answered by Sabrina B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whether you plan to keep your baby or not, look into one of the special schools for pregnant teens in your area. That way you can continue school and get help with your studies, and be in a safe and caring environment with other girls in your situation. After you've had your baby you'll either be 16 or close enough, then you can start the process of finding a small part time job to help you with the expenses of a child.
2006-11-29 08:30:34 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ay babe,
You are in a tough situation. You are so young and pregnant. I don't think that you'd want a job working at McDonald's for the rest of your life. Go back to school, talk to a counselor about your situation and see what your options are before you make any hasty decisions. There are things that they can do to help you and keep you in school.
Don't give up..You now have a baby to think about.
Good luck and take good care of yourself and your baby!!
2006-11-29 08:31:47 · answer #10 · answered by inland102 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you r 15 and pregnant hun, u r too young to b employed and u need to b focusing on becoming a mother, its the hardest job in the world. i was mum to 2 by age 19, and b4 ppl have a go, i dont claim benefits, my husband works. ur family need to b supporting u, spend time with ur new baby and focus on work in a year or 2. try and finish ur school work and maybe even go to colege. i honestly wish u the best of luck xxx
2006-11-29 08:52:26 · answer #11 · answered by rebecca j 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋