what do you think of teen pregnancy?

Answer 1

teens need to focus on opening their school books rather than opening their legs.
harsh? yes, but the truth hurts!!!
yes i had sex as a teen, but i was 18 and smart about it. the person i was sleeping with is now my husband and we are expecting our first baby!!

Answer 2

I don't think all teens are ready for a little life relying on them. Some are fantastic parents, but some are terrible. But I suppose you could say the same for adults. Some people were made to bring up children and some weren't. I think the teens should think well and hard about getting pregnant that early in life, for you gain a responsibility to look after another life and you can't just pick it up and put it down when you feel like it. So be teens, go out, do teen things, but be protected, not only protected against a pregnancy but also STD's/STI's

Answer 3

Well, speaking from experience, I am sure I could say a lot. I think it is a common misconception that the teens that end up pregnant are whores and sluts. The fact of the matter is, this isn't always the case! More often than not, they are just as careful as the ones who are are having sex and NOT getting "caught". Teenage prenancy is not tabo, it's not terrible, it's a fact of life. Girls get pregnant at a different ages. I was 17, I did fine. My daughter (now 11) is heathly, happy, and very secure. I finished my high school studies, graduation a month after the birth of my child, went on to college and now work in the law enforcement field. My early life pregnancy taught me a lot about values and what I wanted to make of my life. So, for those of you that want to slam the teenage girls that you see walking around with buldging baby bellys or a baby on the hip... Take a step back and try to see things from a different perspective... Possibly one not so negative!!!

Answer 4

Obviously teen pregnancy is not something that a lot of people agree with. However, there is so much of it in our society people can't really look down on you for it. I believe teens should have a better understanding of the consequences of teen pregnancy, but all in all it is the teen's decision and they will be the one who will have to live the consequences. Just understand them.

Answer 5

I was 18 years old when I had my first daughter and although I love her to death and wouldn't trade her for the world if I had to do over again I would of done a lot more to prevent pregnancy. When I had her I was all ready living on my own, I had my own place, a full time job, and was going to school at night. We got pregnant on our own and my b/f now husband and I decided that we got ourselves into this mess and we would be the ones to clean it up. We have raised her without any ones help and have done a pretty good job at it if I do say so myself. We refused to go on welfare and we refused help from our parents. Now almost 6 years later we are the proud parents of 3 daughters. But please take from my experience that babies take a lot more love than they give and they are more work than anyone could ever explain to you in words. Please wait until you are married and financially stable to take care of a child. They are a lot of joy but they are a lot of work and I missed out on a lot of things that most teenagers do because I had a baby. Don't put yourself or a baby through that. It isn't worth it. You will be a much better parent when you are old enough to take care of yourself and a baby. Good luck to you!

Answer 6

I don't have a problem with teen pregnancy. I have quite a few friends who are teen moms, and I myself am one, my son is now 4 years old, and I am pregnant with my 2nd. There are programs and support groups for teen parents. They are available in the county also at there local schools.

I gpt pregnant end of my Freshman year, had my son December of my Sophomore year, and I still completed High School and now I am on my 2nd year of college as well, and have been working a steady job. while having time w/ my friends.

Answer 7

If it has already happened, I think you can deal with it and succeed. But if it hasn't happened, I think its a really bad idea to go out and plan getting pregnant. I understand the "romantic" side of having a baby. The reality is, its a lot of work and a lot of money. You would be making things far more difficult for yourself than they need to be. There is plenty of time. The odds of the father being in the picture for the rest of your life are slim (but not impossible.) Give yourself some time to grow up first. Live a little, educate yourself, so you have something to offer your child.

Answer 8

Okay, why is everyone so against teen moms? I'm 16, and my baby is due September. A baby is a blessing no matter how old the parents are. Not all teens will be bad parents. Don't be so negative about it.

Answer 9

I think it's depriving the teenager of what could be the happiest and fun time of her life. Instead of dating and partying, she will be stuck home taking care of a baby. Why rush things? It probably can work logistically, but I certainly don't recommend or encourage it. It's a lot of responsibility that the girl will have all her life, and chances are it will be her own responsibility as the boy will no doubt leave her to attend college, get a job, and eventually meet someone else. I've seen it happen before. That's what I think of it.

Answer 10

i am 19 years old and i just had a baby in Feb. i think that if the teens step up and realises that there "teenage" years are over and it now all about there baby then its one thing but for the teens who get pregnant and expect mommy and daddy to take care of them so they can go out on weekends its another thing. as long as they take responsibility for there actions i don't have a problem with it no ones perfect.

Answer 11

Teens shouldn't get pregnant. They are to immature to have a baby. Most don't work and have no way to support a baby. If you are out of school married and have a good income coming in then I think 18 or 19 is okay. No 13-17 year old should be having babies.