2007-03-09 12:24:20 · 35 answers · asked by coley90 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
In Modern America, Yes. There's more going on in a youth's
life here, today than there was a century ago or in other cultures. At one time it was normal and expected to wed and
have a family early. But they didn't have what we have going on now. But if it's already done, you have to learn
responsibality a little earlier than what's normal now.
2007-03-09 12:28:06 · answer #1 · answered by redman 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would have to say yes. You're still amturing at 16, whether or not you want to believe it. I thought I was so grown up and capable of taking on the world at 16. Just sitting here holding my daughter, I look back and think there's no way I would have been able to have a baby. Feeding, clothing, sure...but I'd want to be out with my friends all the time, living a normal life.
HOWEVER.... it has been done. Many wonderful people were born to a teen mom. If you are already pregnant, do NOT feel hopeless.
2007-03-09 12:41:21 · answer #2 · answered by Ang 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes! you are too young! You should enjoy your teens and have fun with your friends and experience life. When you are old enough, with a husband, a house, and a secure career then you should think about having a baby. It's really hard. I am 31, I am married, financially secure (somewhat), and I own my house and my car. With everything in place I still feel overwhelmed and lost sometimes b/c it's a huge responsibility. Your life changes alot and at 16 you are still a baby. You may think that you are ready b/c younger and younger girls are getting pregnant but it's the child who suffers when you can't provide for him/her and it's not fair to them as they did not ask to be raise improperly. Please think about what your choices are and get some counselling if you do want to have a baby.
2007-03-09 14:56:08 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was 15(now 23) when I got pregnant with my daughter. I was very immature and I should have listened to my parents. I never had a life a normal teenager does. I still finishes school, worked a full time job and kept care of my responsibilities of a mother. It was very hard. I don't recommend at all having a baby so young. Wait until you are ready. 16 isn't ready. Best of Luck!
2007-03-09 14:48:15 · answer #4 · answered by jessnclh 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yeah , it's too hard to balance school/work and a baby. Once you have a baby, it's the most important thing in your life. You may be able to have a career (like in 8-10 years) but having one at 16 means goodbye to school. It's hard enough to cope with exams and and so on, but with a crying baby there 24-7 it's going to be a hell of a lot worse. Having children is wonderful but it should be done when you're an adult.
2007-03-09 12:28:53 · answer #5 · answered by rainbowstylin 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, too young.
At 16 a girl should be working on finishing high school, working an afterschool job or hanging out with friends, working for college money/scholarships/grants to get an education to become a productive adult. Or at least focus on what training they can get to have a good job to become a productive adult. And then when they become a productive adult then I would say you're entering the realm of being old enough to have a baby.
2007-03-09 12:28:22 · answer #6 · answered by throughthebackyards 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have a choice, yes. It's too young. Personally I think that 16 year olds who KEEP their babies are delusional.
Babies are tough.
They require immense emotional, physical, and financial support.
Let's say you have a c-section. That's $2400 for the surgery + $5000 for the epidural + $3000 for the hospital stay.
A 16 year old is NOT ready for a child at all.
2007-03-09 12:27:48 · answer #7 · answered by FaZizzle 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The criteria I based having my daughter on was my financial, emotional, physical state. My life is stable. Stable meaning I have a college degree, have a career, have a home, and I'm financially stable. You are only 16 you have your whole life ahead of you in my opinion you are way too young and immature to handle responsibility or baring a child caring for it. Not saying you aren't capable but plan your life to where you don't have to struggle and when time come you want children they won't feel like a burden at your age.
2007-03-09 12:41:55 · answer #8 · answered by Aphreakywuman 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Goodness yes!!! Are you serious? I'm 32 and just had my third. He is the greatest thing ever but sheesh having a newborn is hard work!! I cannot imagine having to endure it at the age of 16. I got four hours of sleep last night. I have to perform miracles just to get a moment for myself. I need a haircut and I have to time everything just right so I can go and do that. I love being a mom but it sure ain't easy. I had my first baby at 25 and I'm so glad I waited.
2007-03-09 12:29:35 · answer #9 · answered by Amelia 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ok... we're in 2007 this question cannot be serious... this question was answered 21 years ago when my mothers generation was having babies at 16 and couldn't afford it. This question was again answered like 10 years ago when a girl gave birth to her baby in the bathroom at her prom and then killed him.
Honestly worry about graduating high school, going to college and taking care of yourself before you worry about having a baby.
2007-03-09 18:26:49 · answer #10 · answered by ♡ kalila♡ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋