Young Mom. Suggestions?

[MayBae]

I just turned 18 in May, I'm livimg off my mom because I can't find a job.  I just found out last week I'm pregnant, and my babys father is in rehab and won't be out for a while.  I would never consider abortion,  and my dad would put a bullet in my head if I said I would put it for adoption.  He already told me that if I couldn't take care of it he would, but without my help or not a all.  I would gladly accept his help but it would be my child to take care of.  I don't know what to do.... HELP !!!

[heatherr322]

Just go everywhere to find a job before u get too far along and no one will hire u. Dont tell them ur preg. Its hard enough finding a job at 18 with little to no experience. Are ur parents together? Would either one allow u to live with them with ur baby as long as u buy everything for ur baby? Or is ur dad basically saying if the baby lives here its mine.

[MayBae]

I'm no longer in school.  I graduated class of 2013. The baby's father is in rehab because he smokes too much fake marijuana.  Apparently that stuff has addictive substances.  And he doesn't know yet, and I honestly don't know how he'll take it.  And as for my dad he said he'll take care of the baby by himself but wont help me take of it.  I don't understand why.  He's a nut job!!!!

[arlandonbloom]

It sounds like you have a decent support system through your mom and dad but this whole situation is YOUR choice. If you feel like adoption is the best route, then so be it. Sure your dad might be a little upset but if you believe it would be for the best, then so be it. If you feel like parenting the baby is the best option then go for it. Your dad is willing to help but I wouldn't leave all the support and taking care of a baby to him since this was your doing. Are you in school at all? As for a job, I would go to literally everywhere, fast food, mall, even maybe doctors offices and ask if they need help with receptionist work but be sure to let them know of your situation. Things might seem hectic for you now but they will get better. As for the baby's dad, what is the situation with him? Does he know? Is he willing to parent the child as well?