I'm 17 and a half and I have a 4 month old son. My ex girlfriend's family wanted nothing to do with me and the baby so I, the dad, am raising my son. So far all is good, he's an amazing little guy and I love him more than anything, in fact I don't think I knew what love meant or felt like till he came. I don't think my ex-girlfriend (his mom) will ever be a part of us.... but my family has been so great and helpful it doesn't affect me that much. I'll always love her, but it's okay she's not a part of me. I'm a junior in hs and my mom watches my son during the day. I work part time at a mechanic place, but my parents financially help me. Not planning on college, plan on working to support my son and I.
Anyways that point is, not all ten pregnancy stories have bad endings, mine's a happy one. Other teen moms and dads, hang in there.
Feel free to leave your story or comments
-Theo (17 year old father of 4 month old Tiomthy aka Timmy)
2007-03-23 11:58:19 · 13 answers · asked by Theo 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
I was a teen mom too and I agree with you 100%. Just because things didn't go as planned does not mean that we are failures, doomed to live on assistance for the rest of our lives. I got pregnant at 16, graduated with honors at 18, moved out with my son's father and bought a house. We are currently married, have 2 more children, I stay home and take care of our kids and he works to support us all. We both went to college and are both working hard to raise our kids. Like I said, it's not always a disaster. Congrats!
2007-03-23 12:07:58 · answer #1 · answered by Mom23 3 · 4⤊ 1⤋
you left an answer for me and i wanted comment.
let me get this right, she had him, disowned him and your raising him??
If that is the case give that boy your all, hug him and hold him tight forever.
BUT....in an ideal situation take away the fact that he is a lovely bundle of cuddle and joy it's not the ideal situation, i bet you ever imagined yourself in this situation, hence my question, and if i was, as a parent and in your parents situation i personally (NOT SAYING THEY CAN) could not afford that sort or financial commitment brought to my door by my son, lets put it this way, I WOULD, because i am a single parent and this little one did not ask to be born, but ultimately i hope i teach my boys...who ever knows eh?!?! everyone says it's easier for a male to walk away, you have been angel. and me thinks your not pestering for child support from Timmy's MUM.
Get an education to give Timmy something to aspire to.
I live in England and we have the highest teenage pregnancy rate in Europe.
Good luck and as i said earlier don't ever leave that babies side, because it will get tough and bless ya you have your mum and dad as support, but ultimately Timmy is yours, and they grow up very quickly, blink and 10 years has gone by.
Just be the BEST DAD EVER please, because my two sons don't have that
2007-03-23 12:46:22 · answer #2 · answered by untanuta 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Hey~~
That's nice but unusual to here mine story is the other way around I'm a 23 year old single parent and this time it's the dad that's the dead beat. He doesn't want anything to do with us. He hasn't call my son in 2 1/2 years or gave him anything for any occasion. Please email me and we can trade emails and be friends and get to know each other. Our stories are the exact opposite. LOL
my email is butterflybabe2009@hotmail.com
2007-03-23 12:05:10 · answer #3 · answered by sexychickwattitude2009 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Good Job Theo!!
I was a teen mom 22 (almost 23) years ago. My boyfriend and I got married and we have been married for 23 years now. I stayed in school he had already graduated. It wasn't easy but you do what you have to do. We now have 5 children and people said it would never work out for us.
Just wanted you to know there are others out there who beat the odds and you can too!!
2007-03-23 12:07:48 · answer #4 · answered by JS 7 · 4⤊ 1⤋
congratulations to u and much applause. most teen dads take off at the thought of raising a baby. its uncommon to hear of a mom doing it. i don't see how women or girls can give up something they created and carried for 9 months and is their own flesh and blood, but then again why do ppl kill? its awesome to hear of stories like yours. Stay in school and get your diploma. Just wanted to say good job on what youre doing and keep it up!
2007-03-23 12:04:49 · answer #5 · answered by Stina 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Congrats! on stepping up and being a man....that is one lucky little boy...however I was a single mom and trust me...you need to further your education..you don't want Timmy to be embarrassed because he has to wear wal-mart shoes....sure it's not an issue now but wait till he's a little younger than you....Kids are very expensive...I'm sure your mom would support you ....perhaps at least some technical training....You can go to school and work both full time....I did it....and one day Timmy will understand that you did it for him...and what an example you will be for him!!! Congrats and Good Luck!!
2007-03-23 12:41:59 · answer #6 · answered by backwoodscountrywoman 2 · 2⤊ 3⤋
I am also 17 and a teen father. i am also raising my child alone becasue her mother deserted her a year ago when she was 2. My daughter is now 3 and a half. I am engaged to a wonderful girl who is considering adopting my daughter. I am glad you care for your son. If you ever need advice email me
at nevilledad@yahoo.com.
2007-03-23 14:00:18 · answer #7 · answered by Martin A Neville 4 · 4⤊ 1⤋
High applause for you. Keep up the good work. If only more teen fathers were like you.
2007-03-23 12:40:36 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
man I gotta give you props for steppin' up and being a real man and not running off when a child pops up. Keep it up man.
2007-03-23 12:07:52 · answer #9 · answered by Christopher45 3 · 4⤊ 1⤋
You are to be commended. You are a upstanding guy and deserve praise for what you are doing.
2007-03-23 14:50:45 · answer #10 · answered by SAMMY 5 · 3⤊ 1⤋