2007-03-22 18:13:29 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
I personally think thats too young. For me I want to wait to have kids until I am at least 25 so that I can get a good education and a great job. This is just so I can provide a wonderful life for my child with millions of opportunities.
2007-03-22 18:42:22 · answer #1 · answered by Nicole 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's pretty young but for each person the age that is right for having children is different. I am 20 and I know I am not ready to have a child- but that doesn't mean you aren't. My grandmother and my aunt were both 20 or younger when they had their first child and for them it worked great- they loved having kids so young. My boss also had her son when she was 19 and now he is 19 and she couldn't be happier to be so young with a grown son that she did a great job raising. If you are ready for kids then congratulations! I'm sure you will be a great mom if you are prepared- don't let other peoples judgements of what is the "good age" determine how you feel. Best wishes.
2007-03-23 01:22:18 · answer #2 · answered by aly 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First there is no perfect age. It is a person thing. I know people in their teens that are good parents and people in there 30s that are bad parents. I think it is a matter of how you deal with it. In my case, I just turned 20 last December, January my son turned 1. I am happy and still in school. I would not change anything. :) Do what you personally can live with. Though, I have one thing to say any hard times you have pregnant or raising your child will be forgotten the first time Ma Ma is said to you.
Liz
2007-03-23 20:34:30 · answer #3 · answered by Elizabeth P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Age does matter it is maturity that matters. If your done partying and ready to settle down yes 20 is good age. If your still wanting to party and such no 20 is not a good age. It really differs from person to person some are mature and ready to have a baby at 20 and others are better off waiting until they are older to have a baby. If you are comfortable with it at 20 go for it. I waited until I was 28 to have a baby. I am more ready now to than I was at 20. I am glad I waited because I wasn't ready to settle down at 20. Now I have a niece that is 20 that is expecting. She is very mature and I think she will be fine having a baby at her age. It all depends on you and whether it is a good age for you. Only you will know.
2007-03-23 07:02:43 · answer #4 · answered by racehorsegal 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My mother had me when she was 18. It's not about age it's about love and commitment. My Mom admits that it was sometimes hard because she felt like she missed out on a lot but she says she wouldn't change a thing. We are very close and she says I was the biggest blessing in her life. She is still young and I am raised and out of the house. So she is very happy with how things turned out. Everything happens for a reason. I think there is nothing wrong with being a mother at 20. Think of it this way... when your child is 18 you'll only be 38... so young! Sounds great. You'll be healthy and you'll be around to see your child and your grand children, and maybe even great-grand children grow up.
2007-03-23 02:25:00 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Having a baby when you are young is fine as long as you feel ready. I have friends that didn't feel ready when they were 30 and then friends that felt ready when they were 20. Look at it this way, you're pregnant now so no use fretting over your age. Look for the positive things about being young. You'll have a lot of life to share with this child, and a lot of energy too.
2007-03-23 01:19:09 · answer #6 · answered by Sherry 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it depends on the person.. are you mature, do you have the means to take care of the chid.. ask those questions.. most people I know still act like children and they are in their late 20..... It all depends on you.. are you ready for it?? It is rough and challenging but more than worth it..
I am 23... got married at 19, had a baby at 20, and now my hubby and I are expecting another in June.. so I think it would be great.. as long as you don't give up, and keep going after your dreams, and get a good career underway!!
Good Luck to you!!!
2007-03-23 01:24:54 · answer #7 · answered by Mommy of 2 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honey age is not a issue. my mom got married and had a baby at 15. Can you handle it or what? Your life will not be your life anymore. Everything you do will be for your baby. So think it through and hope you make the right decision. Do you plan on living with your family, does the father of your baby going to get involved , do you have a job , can you afford a babysitter you have to look at it in every aspect but know this when you have a baby and look in his eyes you know it is a beautiful gift from god that you have to treat with alot of TLC.
2007-03-23 05:15:29 · answer #8 · answered by momof3_angles 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My mom had me when she was 15 my brother when she was 17 another brother at 18 and my sister at 21. Then when I was 18 they adopted a 2 month old who is now 3 years old. My mom had me way too early and couldnt give me everything but she loved us and she and my dad are still togeather to this day, and me and my brothers are all close in age and we are close. My brother had a baby in sept and my daughter arrived last month in feb. 20 is a fine age. Dont let people tell you otherwise.
2007-03-23 03:33:47 · answer #9 · answered by Mom to Isobelle 2, & Gavyn 8mths 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well its not all about age. are you finacially in a good spot, are you married, or at least with the daddy. are you out on your own (not living with mommy), those kinds of things make it an ok age. i was 20 when i had my first. also if you said no to any of those things i suggested that doesnt mean you wont be a good mom. congrats
2007-03-23 01:16:51 · answer #10 · answered by jjsoccer_18 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋