im a teenager is it normall to want a baby?

Answer 1

Yes, because we all want unconditional love. And many teenagers lack that love from another direction and think that a baby will fill this gap.
But you have to think of the baby as a seperate person and what baby deserves a teenage mother with no financial or emotional stability? Why don't you consider a career working with babies and children and then you know you will be the best parent you could possibly be, when you're older.

Answer 2

It is very normal to want a baby when you are a teen. However, I do believe it is a phase we all go through as teenagers as it is a time of emotional confusion. Wait ten years, finish school, have a career and then start your family. When you have matured a little more you may decide a baby would complete your life then. I am sure you will make a good decision when the time is right.

Answer 3

I don't think it's especially abnormal... I know I've always been crazy about babies, and even when I was a child I would always gravitate towards any babies that happened to be in the room. Babies are cute, and inspire people to want to take care of them. In itself, that's fair enough.

That doesn't mean I'm saying you should go out and have one, though! Actually, I still don't have any children, and the older I get (I'm now 30) the more I come to understand the responsibility involved.

I do think that if, as a teenager, you know that you want to have children, then you can use that to your advantage - by planning for the future when you can have and take care of your family. So, start saving, to be able to afford everything. Do well in school, so you'll be able to get a good job and support them. Get experience of childcare - babysitting, for example - so you'll know how to look after them properly. Learn about child development, pregnancy, etc. Just don't do anything about it right now.

Because if you truly want a baby, then you have to also want all the responsibility that goes with it, as well as all the fun. And to deliberately dive in and have a baby without planning for all that responsibility just isn't fair to that baby - basically, to plan to have a baby when you're so young would pretty much demonstrate that you weren't really thinking about the baby at all, but just about what you want.

I wish you the very best of luck in life. And like I said; I don't think there's anything wrong with the feeling of wanting a baby. That's perfectly natural and normal. Just use that feeling to your advantage, in planning and getting ready for the time when you'll be able to truly take care of one.

Best wishes.

Answer 4

When I was 16, I was going through a rough time at home. I wanted a baby so bad. Wanted someone to love and love me unconditionally. And it was by the grace of God I didn't, because believe me I tried. I turned 17 graduated, moved out, and moved on. At that time I lost the want for a baby. I think it's a void we feel needs to be filled by love and a baby is just a simple solution that JUST CAN'T BE WRONG. I am now 21 and don't have any children and am glad I don't. I enjoy being able to go out when I want to, travel, party, and all that fun stuff that becomes limited when you become a parent. Children are not a bad thing, but sometimes it's best to wait for the right time(in my opinion) until you're over 21 or so. I personally have decided not to have one (intentionally) until after I am 23. I wouldn't advise getting pregant, but it's only a decision you will be able to make and hold to. Deep down inside I think we just long for that feeling that can't be found without unconditional love. So why not start by learning to LOVE YOURSELF. Best of luck dear.

Answer 5

Yes the ideal of wanting a baby is normal.But being a smart girl like you are would tell me you want to look at the whole picture.For you and the baby it is so much better to wait.When you are stable.Finacally, emotionally, in a strong healthy realtionship.
I had my first child when I was 19 I was in no way ready for being what it takes to be a great Mom.I did want him and loved him very much .But I ended up divorced and then had more kids later on when I was older.I was a much better mom later on.
No matter how soceity has made it accetable to be a single Mom
It is very hard.Not having there mother and father is so very hard on them.And if you love your child their hurt becomes yours.Believe me they do hurt when one parent is absent.
Ok besides that by waiting you give yourself a chance to live life to the fullest before you have kids.It's a lot hard to do things once you have a kid.So go to college have fun wait for the love of your life.Learn to be you and what you really want and have lots of fun.Good luck girl.I am sure you will understand that waiting is best for everybody.

Answer 6

Yes its normal considering that u r fast approaching maturity. Im also a teen n feels the same way but what i know is that u don always get what ur heart wants unless the time for it matures.this is definitely not your right time to become a parent cz ur barely out of your own parents care,theres time for everything and time to get a baby will come when ull be responsibly reliable so even if you want, don think of going ahead to get one at your age.

Answer 7

It all depend on the age and if u are really ready for such a big responsibility. Remember having a baby is lots of work and sacrifices that you have to give up. A baby these days are very expensive. Hope you make the rite decision.

Answer 8

Im 17 and 27 weeks pregnant i'm in a really stable relationship, i really wanted a baby, coz i thought baby clothes were cute, i didnt expect that i would actually fall pregnant. now that i have its been the most wonderful thing, if your happy in a current relationship dont try for a baby just let it happen if its ment to be it will happen

Answer 9

If you know someone close that has a baby- tell them to let you take care of him for a day- you'll see the feelings of wanting a baby at your age will fade away.
Honey- your at a stage in your life where what counts is your studies, friends, having fun, dancing, singing, friends hanging around your house and just chilling. So try out my idea then go on with your life. Every thing has its steps in life so don't run - walk it and you'll get there one day.
SMILES FOR YOU!! :-)

Answer 10

For some who feel a sense of lonliness or feelings of being unloved. A baby as a teen is not the answer to ANY equation. Hell a baby is too much to handle for many adults so go a head and want one BUT please do not do anything to get one.