i am 18 i had my first child when i was 15 i am mature i want know do you think that a young teen 13 14 or older or younger shold be able to make a decission to keep a child abort or adopt and do you think that they can make the decisson on there own???????
2007-12-28 07:53:03 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I don't believe in abortion, so I don't think anyone should be able to do that, reguardless of age. As for keeping the child or giving it up for adoption, it's the parent's choice to make, but it's hard because teens under 18 cannot fully support themselves, so they have to rely on their own parents as well, which makes for a difficult situation. That's why, before 18, I think it's a bad choice to not protect yourself and get pregnant. That being said, it happens, and people learn from it and life goes on.
But at 18, you're legally an adult, and if you can emotionally and financially be there for a child, then there's no reason not to have one if you want one.
2007-12-28 08:17:39 · answer #1 · answered by Amanda 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I personally don't think that 13-14 year old's should have kids, but my grandma did it. To me it is their decision because we can't really stop them. I am 18 and I am pregnant with my first child. I graduated and I have a job and I plan on being the perfect role model to my child. I feel that if the person proves them self to be responsible and as long as they take good care of there child then it shouldn't matter. But if they are being irresponsible and putting their child at risk then I think that is wrong.
2007-12-28 16:06:52 · answer #2 · answered by Slim 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i am 18 i was pregnant in june but mc. i think it is only wrong when the child is so young. 13 and 14 your supposed to be young and innocent ( though i know so many are not) but if you own up to your mistake and take care of your child then it is not so bad my friend tera is 17 she just had her baby boy mason on november 17. she is the best teen mom i have seen so far. she works so does her boyfriend and she is always with that baby. the ones i think are a burden on soicety are those who have kids and get on welfare. just because it is there doesnt mean use it. if i would of had my baby full term i would of worked for what i needed not depended on the state and tax payers money to support my son or daughter. but to have kids young and to not throw them off on your mom and dad is very responsible because you have to realize it was not their fault you layed down in bed with you legs open. best of luck though. I only stand by teen moms who have a future ahead of them selves and who do NOT depend on the state. As for me i was engaged and i had a job i hadd a stable enviroment and i was graduated from school now i am ttc again and i am out on my own with a great job working as an esthitician . ( i got my license) and i am married. so just own up to your problems and get on birth control if you cant handle your consequences.
But as for the abortion. I am against it i am a christian and i believe god is the only one who should give and take life. not a doctor in a white coat in planned parenthood clinic.
2007-12-28 16:14:22 · answer #3 · answered by Jakob's Mommie 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i got prego like a month after i turned 16, and had her when i was still 16 and now i'm 17 and i live with my bf, and which i moved out when i was 15, i just belive its alot from how the child was raised and if they think they can handle it, or if they have help. i had alot of help from all my family. and congrats on your second! my friend is haven her 3rd in 3 years, this one is due 2 days after her last babys b-day(he'll be a year) it's crazy, and my other friend is 18(turning 19) with her 2nd due in feb
2007-12-28 16:04:52 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that you should have waited but what's done is done. As long as you have the support and the know how to take care of both then you will be fine. Try not to let it happen again though for a while.
2007-12-28 16:02:04 · answer #5 · answered by TLS (Caitlin is coming! 5/15/08) 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am 18, married and on my first child. I dont think there is anything wrong with it as long as you know you are mature enough and have support. It is your life and body no one knows you better than yourself. Congrats and good luck
2007-12-28 16:00:21 · answer #6 · answered by Isaac & Paesyn's Mommy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe they need to make the decision on their own. However, only after they descuss all their options with an adult. I think its good to include family and friends in on your decision, but in the end the girl is the one who has to live with it. She should be the person who has the final say.
2007-12-28 16:00:03 · answer #7 · answered by edelraye 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I had my daughter at 14 - the decision was mine.
Thank goodness I had very supportive and loving parents to help me out.
2007-12-28 16:10:25 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well to me Ithink that you could make the decision on you own but it wont hurt if you get some feedback from your friends and family.
2007-12-28 16:02:12 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as you are old enough to support them, you are old enough to have them. If you depend on others for everything, then you are not mature enough to make these type of decisions.
2007-12-28 16:02:39 · answer #10 · answered by Diane M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋