Can anyone tell me what are the advantages and disadvantages of teenage pregnancy? I need three for each.?

Question

First. this is for a paper, 2) i am 19 and if i was to get pregnant i wouldn't have a problem, frankly i see teenage mothers out there who treat there children better than those who are older parents, there is nothing wrong it is a miracle and a lesson to have a child. Yes i could answer the ques for myself but i just wanted to see other people reactions, so for those who answered thank you.

Answer 1

I'm really pretty offended by all of these people saying there are no advantages. Not all young mothers are irresponsible kids that pawn their babies off on their parents so they can go party. And if they are those types of parents, they weren't mature enough to handle to responsibility of becoming a parent. I am 19 with a happy healthy 3 month old baby boy, a wonderful fiance that works to support both me and his child while I am a stay at home mom (I do have to option to go back to work when I please, as I am a certified phlebotomist. You CAN go to school). We have a great apartment, a great support system, and do not use any type of welfare. His parents live 3 hours away and mine are both passed away so obviously we don't pawn our baby off on them. Think your opinion over before you generalize. Of course, there are the stereotypical teen parents that go along with what you say, but not ALL Of us are.

Now, to answer your question:

Advantages:
You learn great responsibilty, preparing you for adult life early
You are young and energetic to interact with your kids
Your body does get back to shape faster
You have the blessing of a child, that god obviously was sure you could handle

Disadvantages:
Judgmental people that percieve you as nothing more than an irresponsible child
Less likely to attend college (for now, that can always change later once your child is older)
Financial stability may not be in place yet (but that does not happen in ALL situations)
A family that doesn't support your decision, therefore your relationship with them can be lost or damaged

Answer 2

Well I was a teen mother and the advantages were that I was in really good shape and had very easy labors and I was my pre-pregnancy weight before I left the hospital. I could keep up with my kids and by time I am 40, my kids will be grown up and be on their own. Some disadvantages are that you have no time for you, you have no time to be with friends, you actually loose most friends because they can go out when ever they want to and you have to be home with the baby. Its hard but looking back on what I have done, I couldn't trade my girls in for the world. I think I was ready to grow up and be a mom but most teen parents are not, and its the kids that suffer. I am very happy to say that my kids have not and have a great life.

Answer 3

It is hard to think of advantages of being a teen parent but the best I could come up with are 1. You are in physical shape to handle the pregnancy and delivery then some one older- less likely to have complications if you take care of yourself properly. 2. You'll be young enough when you get your life back(in 18 years) to still enjoy yourself. 3. Your body will recover quicker after birth.
Disadvantages are a little easier to come up with 1. You are no longer just responsible for you - you have to do the right things for your child - if you are mature enough to know what those things are. 2. Financially - not many teens are making a living to be able to provide for themselves - having a baby to provide for is even more expensive. 3. Your education will suffer - even if you are able to continue going to school you'll be tired and too busy to study. 4. Your friends will be having a good time doing what teens should be doing while you are home on a Friday night taking care of a baby.

Answer 4

Advantages

1. Younger, therefore you might actually live to see your child graduate or have kids themself


2. Quicker recovery


3. Learning Experince. Maybe not the best way to grow up but maybe its what you wanted. Im 19, have a kid and am married. Im still a teen but i was out of highschool when i got pregnant.



Disadvantages


1. You might have money issues. Thankfully, i dont.


2. You may not be mature enough. I see so many 16 or 17 year old mothers dropping baby off with mom and going to party. Its sad.


3. You may miss out on life in general. I dont feel i did, i wasnt going to college, i never partied, so i dont feel im missing out on much, but most teens do.

Answer 5

I don't believe there are any advantages in a teenage pregnancy. A few of the disadvantages would have to be:

No patience
No money
No life experience
No education
Usually not mature enough to be a parent

Answer 6

I can't think of any advantages other than the miracle of life. A blessing of a baby..The love you feel for someone besides your self. (None of these are good enough reasons though)
but the disadvantages are..
Not being able to support the baby, the father taking off, your parents becoming responsible of your baby, not finishing school. Going to college and being on their own, going to parties and enjoying your youth. Raising the baby alone.
Babies take alot of attention and love and its not their fault they are born.

Answer 7

Disadvantages

1.Say goodbye to your life for the next 18 years
2.Missing out on your schooling
3.Working for minimum wage because you did not finish school

Advantages
1. Woo. You could be a very young grandma
2.Letting your parents raise your kid (alot do that) so you can continue partying and having fun
3.Grow up with your kid i guess

I would not choose teenage pregnancy because that would be no fun at all. I was not a teenage mommy and i am glad of it. Wait.

Answer 8

Disadvantages:

No income to support child
Having to use parents to help out
Loss of youth
Loss of independence
Harder to find intimate relationships



I will dig deep for advantages

You will be alot younger than most when children turn 18
Better appreciation for things in life
Probably bounce back easier

Answer 9

I honestly can't think of any advantages unless you count
1.people feeling sorry for you
2.getting welfare
3.not having to worry about a period for 9 months
(and don't misunderstand me.....NONE of those are actual advantages)
disadvantages though...wow there are tons of them
1.you CAN'T be a kid anymore,you are REQUIRED to become an adult within a 9 month time period
2.it puts a HUGE damper on your chances of making something out of yourself,granted more and more women are going back to school after having their children,that time that you spent being pregnant and raising your child,makes it alot harder to finish your education and be successful
3.having children is a HUGE financial responsibility,honestly how many teenagers buy all their own clothing,shoes,and other vital neccesities,Try multiplying the cost of everything you would need for a year by 4 and you may come close to the cost of caring for a child,and this estimate is only consisting of baby items,diapers,wipes,clothes,pj's,socks,shoes,formula,bottles,cups,babyfood etc etc

Answer 10

there are COUNTLESS advantages!! i am a teenage mommy to be and couldnt be happier right now!! you get to raise a baby!!!

sure theres disadvantages but none major!!

all you need is a supportive family!!

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