(I'm 16)
2007-05-22 13:37:57 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
Virginity is like a gift. It can only be unwrapped once. Never feel pressured into 'giving in' just because your peers are ready and you may not be. You will know when it is the right time. Be prepared, play safely; you don't want STDs or to become pregnant before you are ready for that step:parenthood.
Personally, I think the right age is when you get married and on your wedding night.
Take care.
2007-05-22 13:50:34 · answer #1 · answered by no_einstein 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There is no right age. But, before you decide, think about at your age, what you'd do if you got pregnant, got an STD, etc. Even the best birth control is not 100% effective....so if you are not ready to become a parent, then you should not have sex. Also, you have to think about the emotional toll it will have on you. You will be connected to your first time guy forever whether you like it or not. Sex is an emotional thing for a lot of people....mostly women probably. You should also think about your future husband. I won't say wait until marriage because they say that only about 5% of people actually wait nowadays....NOT that that alone is a reason not to wait!!!!! My point is, at 16, you are not going to marry someone that you may be dating right now....most likely. You have to decide that do you really want a long list of sexual partners that you will have to reveal to the person that you will end up spending the rest of your life with??? I'm 27, will be 28 this year and lost my virginity this year to a man (MAN...not boy...aka a 16 year old) whom I love dearly and who loves me dearly.
2007-05-22 20:58:52 · answer #2 · answered by First Lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you are doing it for the right reasons, and not because you don't want to feel left out because it seems 'everyone' else is doing it.
I think 16 is a little young, maybe 18 when you are out of school. It might give you some more perspective.
Just as a side note, heaps of people who say they are doing it aren't! And NEVER let a boy try to pressure you or hurry you to have sex before you feel comfortable - you will always regret it.
2007-05-22 20:45:38 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
I'm a christian so I belive in sex after marriage but, I feel that if you really love a guy sex is important. Just remember that after you have sex breaking up is even more painful and thats the reason I feel you should wait until you're sure. Heck if you REALLY love him, I think its great. But I'm 15(1/2) so thats pretty close to my age but, You'll know if its right.
2007-05-22 20:53:37 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, the only way to determine is when you are ready... If it is illegal for you to have sex now (when you are 16), then don't, cuz it's bad. Wait until the time is right, w/ the right guy, and in my opinion, protected until marriage (you really do not want a baby before you are married, in my opinion, again). I mean, I have never had sex, but I would assume from many health classes, the uncomfortable talk w/ my mom, and biology class, it hurts... So do not try until you are positively READY... (that's my advice to you :)
2007-05-22 20:47:41 · answer #5 · answered by Hawaiian Girl 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Sorry, but I can't say that you should wait until your married, simply put, intercourse is a significant part of marriage and therefore, you should know if its something you are willing to participate in. That being said, I feel that the appropriate age to begin a sexual relationship is when your able to maturely and sufficiently deal with the consequences - such as child birth and becoming a parent.
Additionally, a level of responsibility also must exists. what I mean by this is that you must be able to protect yourself, be brave enough to stop when no protection is available, and insist that you or your partner is protected.
Remember that even if you are being responsible, their are still chances of acquirement of STD's and becoming pregnant.
2007-05-22 20:46:15 · answer #6 · answered by ForensicAccountant 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The right age for you to make the decision to lose your virginity is when you feel completely comfortable with it and you are not doing it because you are being pressured to or because all of your friends have done it.
If you are asking other people, perhaps now isn't the right time as it shows you are having doubts.
The right time is when you are ready.
2007-05-22 20:47:28 · answer #7 · answered by Shivers 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I would say at least 20 or older. 18 still seems to young and 16 is way too young
Do the world a favor and keep your pants on
2007-05-24 13:16:13 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you are sure that you are old enough to deal with any of the things that could possibly happen...pregnancy, stds, etc...Feelings and emotions also get involved, sex is not just a physical act. Make sure you are emotionally and physically ready to deal with it (I was 19) . Don't let anyone pressure you - it is a personal choice that affects you yourself, not them!
2007-05-22 20:48:57 · answer #9 · answered by Michele 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
THE REASON WHY YOU SHOULD SAVE IT FOR YOUR HUSBANDS IS BECAUSE HE IS THE ONE THAT GOD MADE FOR YOU AND NO OTHER MAN SHOULD CHERISH THAT BUT YOUR HUSBAND I WISH I STILL WAS A VIRGIN. JUST BECAUSE EVERYONE ELSE IS DOING IT DONT MAKE IT RIGHT AND PLUS WHY RISK ONE NIGHT WHEN YOU CAN HAVE MANY NIGHTS WITH THAT ONE MAN YOU LOVE EVERTHING COMES IN DO TIME RIGHT NOW IS NOT THE TIME YOUR YOUNG ENJOY YOUR LIFE AND IF THAT GUY THAT SAYS HE LOVES YOU AND HE THINKS YOUR READY AND YOU KNOW YOUR NOT DONT GO FOR IT IF HE LEAVES HE IS NOT THE ONE YEA IT MIGHT HURT FOR A MIN BUT YOU WILL GET OVER HIM IN DO TIME TAKE YOUR TIME DONT RUSH INTO ANYTHING THINK BEFORE YOU DO ANYTHING
2007-05-22 20:45:25 · answer #10 · answered by MZZHARRIS 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋