I am 18 and i just found out im pregnant?

Question

Im a senior in highschool and i just found out im atleast 1 month im havin morning sickness all day. My babies daddy 18 2 he wants 2 keep it and i kinda do 2 but i dont know what the best way 2 go because i want 2 go 2 college and live my life. also i would like 2 know when do you actually start showing

me and my baby father been 2 gether for 1 year and half also i am about 118 pounds so i dont know it that will make me show sooner than later also i havent have any care by the doctor i just took a pregnancy test. and i be hungry but the smell of food makes me sick! im starvin now but i just cant eat anything what should i do???

Answer 1

So are you asking if you should keep your baby? What does the world on yahoo think? I think it's up to you. Yes it's impossible to go out and party when you have a kid. It's possible to do college, it just may take a while longer. Just make the decision that's best for you and remember you have to live with it. We often go and do things what is best for now instead of looking at the big picture.

Everybody shows at different times. I gained 17 pounds and didn't really start showing until 7 1/2 months. Good luck to you! (I didn't weight that much either)

For morning sickeness sometimes crackers help and lots of water. They say sprite and gingerale helps, but that only made me more sick. You're going to have to find something that helps you, but let it be a solid food. Most women don't get care from a doctor until they are about 8 weeks. Most doctors won't see you until then!

Answer 2

It's good you plan to stay in school. Some colleges have great daycares and you might want to check into that. Also, it will also help if both of you work while you are out of school. Children are alot of work, but they are worth it. Your life changes and that is a fact, but you do not have to not go to college. Also, it would help if you have supportive parents. You don't want to give them the responsibility but if they can take their grandchild once in awhile while you are working or you know someone then it can cut cost greatly. People vary when you start to show. Usually though 12 weeks to 28 weeks is when most start showing and some you can never tell. You can still get scholarships and raise your child. I wont lie to you though, the road is hard but it can be done. My older sis went to college and had a baby all through. I am pregnant and after my student loan is paid off, I too plan on going back to school. If you both have jobs and go to school it is possible. It is hard and you will be exhausted but the effort of going to school and raising your child will be a great accomplishment. The first thing is to graduate. My sister graduated high school when she was 8 months pregnant with her first. Your life changes but I just want to encourage you and let you know that even though there will be alot of challenges you will do what's right for both of you. Congratulations.

12 weeks and 6 days pregnant.

Answer 3

First off, please go to your parents/guardian as they will be able to help you the most. Yeah, there might be some "what were you thinking" and some tears...just let them know that you are coming to them for help and guidance.
It is absolutely possible to go to college and have a baby. The university I went to had daycare and housing for families and the community college I took a few courses at had daycare as well.
It is a bit harder to have a "normal" college life with a child but with your parents or his parents help with babysitting you could still have some evenings out with the girls or movie or whatever it is you want to do.
If you decide not to have the baby, please opt for an adoption. There are a lot of couples out there that can't have children of their own and in some adoption cases you can help decide about the family that the baby goes to.
From experience, as soon as I felt that little baby moving around inside my belly...I honestly don't think there are words to describe how incredible. And now, even with my almost non-existent social life and lack of college degree....I couldn't imagine my life without my baby. I have had more smiles and laughter in the short time that I have known her than ever before.
oh, and with her i didn't start showing until about 7 mos. maybe 7 1/2 mos.

Answer 4

Have you told your parents yet ? You start showing around 4-5 months along. You need to see a doc/midwife for your prenatal work, and monthly visits. If you want to carry the baby, but you're not sure about the future, consider adoption. It's a great gift for people that can't have kids. Good luck to you. Oh, I was 18 when I had my first child, and she's 32 now. After that, I had another daughter. I went to nursing school, then became a midwife, so you can go to college, and continue, even with a baby. ~~~~~

Answer 5

Hi there. In my opinion it does not really matter what the father thinks at this point. YOU are the one that is going to have the major impact made on your life, not him. There is no decision to make here. The point is that life goes on. You are still the same person that you were before you got pregnant except that now you are also going to be a mother. Believe me, mothers can do all the things that women who are not mothers can do, including go to college! Many colleges now have daycare facilities that are part of the campus. All you have to do is drop your baby off there while you are going to class. You may even find that you are eligible for more financial aid as a mother than you were before. You can DO this.
The tiny little person inside of you already has a wee heart that is beating. She is part of you and as a mother of five children I can tell you that there is no love like that. It lasts forever and is incredibly precious. I have NEVER known a mother who looked into her baby's eyes and was sorry that they had him or her. But, I cannot tell you the number of women that I have held while they cried their hearts out for the baby that they killed.
You created this little person, she or he is yours, do not let someone rip her out of you. That little baby is floating warm and safe inside of her mommy, it should be the safest place she will ever be. It is the ultimate sanctuary. Do not desecrate it. Give life and love a chance. You will never be sorry.
None of us know where this life is taking us, none of us know where we will be tomorrow. I do know that all your dreams can still come true, and then some! You may have to work a bit harder to make them come true but someday you will look back on this and when you tell your little one how you made the decision to be his or her mommy, you can be proud of your words! Do what you will always be proud that you did. To do anything else will always be an act of shame that you will hate carrying around with you.
MAKE your dreams come true. In this day and age a woman can do anything she wants to do. It does not have to be one or the other. Make your dreams come true with your child beside you.
I truly believe that there is a force outside of us, a force that is stronger and wiser than we are, and there is a plan for each of us. This little baby was meant to be.
You need to be strong for this little person as I am sure there will be those who will encourage you to throw it away. Be strong, you are a mother now, tho your child is as yet unborn. Be strong for your child, it is only the beginning of times that you will need to stand up for your baby.
You have a lot to do! Bless you and keep you.
Lady Trinity~.....oh, about showing....it depends on how you are built, some tiny women just pop right out, tall, larger women can hide it better. With the way clothes are now you should be able to hide it for quite awhile if that is what you are wondering. I think that so many of the new fashions already look like maternity clothes! Write to me if you want, I will be here for you.

Answer 6

I had my first child when I was 19. I had my second child at 23. I am now 25 and I have a college degree. I am a nurse. I went to school when my first child was a baby. Was it hard? You betch...was it worth it? absolutely. Your life won't end You may be careful about gaining weight. I gained 60 lbs. I lost it all, but it was hard. There is all kinds of support out there for young mothers. Check with the school you want to go to and ask for all of the infrmation you can. I hope everything works out for you. Remember that you aren't alone. Enjoy being a mom. They grow up too fast...my son is now in kindergarten it seems unreal.

Answer 7

I just turned 19 in november and im due in March, so i feel your pain.... even though i graduated in 05, i did complete a year of college... i would have been in school this year if it werent for horrific nausea. i actually had to withdraw because i wasnt able to attend my classes.... the best thing i can tell u to do is to check into online courses... that way u can stay on track with school, and not have to worry about daycare for the baby. I do plan on graduating from school, it may take more time than i wanted it to, but it will happen. Also, if u dont have insurance, GET ON MEDICAID!!!!! they CANNOT refuse u since u are pregnant. Good luck and Kudos to you and babe's father for dealing with your blessing the mature way.....

Answer 8

Since it's your first baby, you may not show until 3-5 months.

Having a baby will make pursuing your life dreams more difficult, but not impossible. I'd encourage you, if you do not feel having a baby to raise right now is an option, to check out adoption services. Many adoptions can now be done openly so you can maintain contact with your child.

Answer 9

Well lets see. Eat what you can when you can. The morning sickness usually decreaes around week 14. Also, I know many people who went to college and raised children. Financial aid is actually easier to get, Good luck with your pregnancy and reach for your goals. You may start showing as early as 16 weeks.

Answer 10

you should definately keep it. if nothing else you can go to college when your baby is a little older and if you arent married by that time there are plenty of ways people will be willing to help you as a single parent. you can get grants and scholarships. i started showing when i was about 3 months. good luck, it maybe hard in the beginning but it is well worth it in the end. once you hold that baby in your arms for the first time you will feel like you can conquer anything. it is truely amazing. there is nothing like it.