any other teen soon to be mom's getting criticism??

[briiandryry]

Yes I'm 17 and I'm pregnant. I am an early graduate from highschool and going to be in college in a couple months and I'm getting married in 5 months. Just because we are young doesn't make it bad. Hell half of the older people that are pregnant are addicts and are just as unprepared as we are.   Sorry but i needed to rant. Im so tired of it.. Just make me think to give up. But I'll never give up.. It's my baby.

[mamanature]

what people mean by your not ready and lala.. is your never ready for a child, no matter your age or situation, your never ever ready and that is the beauty of it. Take it which ever way you like, people will always put people down because of what they believe in which is totally fine. For you to come and say your so sick of it and then say half of pregnant people are addicts and unprepared, just shows how low you are as well as the ones telling you your silly for doing this. The addicts, they don't know any better thats why they are addicts. Everyone does what they think is best and okay & yes as sad as it is, the addicts believe its okay otherwise they wouldn't be addicts and would be doing recovery like above ^.. so dont go putting people down.

[LucyMarie1991]

The fact is this will always be a controversial subject. Children die in middle eastern countries because they are sold into marriage and become pregnant far too young. Just because you have started menstruating does not mean your body is anywhere near mature enough to carry and deliver a baby. You are still a child yourself.
However, none of us personally know these teens stories. What about the girls who are neglected, abused and raped. Usually by an uncle or other family member. Does she deserve to be called a **** because some selfish person stole her innocence way too young. I will never agree with young girls who purposely go out and get pregnant because they hope it will make their bf love them, but we shouldn't be so quick to judge when we haven't walked in her shoes.

[Nellyzz]

my cousin got pregnant at 12 gave birth at 13. she didn't even have her period for long. she hadnt even lived. she was still collecting dolls. this was many years ago! my point is regardless of age! this subject is on TEENS in general. shes was a teen. are people pretty much saying its fine to have kids at 12??? where do you draw the line? when is too young? Imagine your 12year olds. would you guys be happy if your child got pregnant at 12? I know I wouldn't be. yes you would be supportive to an extent but I dont think anyone would be over the moon. Im not aiming this at ANYONE im speaking in general!

[axlquorryn]

Same here, whether you're too young or too old, people will always talk. Im a ftm, at 22. I graduated last year and was offered a good position at a hotel since I got remarkable recommendations from school, but after learning that Im dating a "bad" boy wc I suspect is the real reason why they started to doubt my capabilities, I was immediately fired by the company without even clearly explaining why. Gosh. People love to gossip all the time. Just to satisfy their insecurities.

[stef134]

Yes ! Everyone always talks about how young I am & how I messed up my life by getting pregnant at the age of 16 but honestly idc what they have to say like I tell all my "friends" talking about how stupid I am , I always tell them " I may be young but I go to school & have a job & I've been doing that for the past year so if I'm not asking you guys or my mom for a single penny then you guys should mind your own business & worry about your life not mine , If you don't pay my bills please be quiet " .

[britt423]

The funny thing is, most of us women were born and raised by teen moms. My mom was 16 when she had my oldest sister, now she has 7 kids and is raising my brothers 2 little girls. She is a pretty great mom to this day. So fu** what other people say, I know it hurts to be talked down to but they can go eff themselves. Have a good night teen mommies :)

[kelleyrenee]

There is no.point in stressing over it because if you think about it teens are always going to be judge for being pregnant mainly ones of the age or 15-17 just a fact. But don't need to be stressed for your baby.

[toozday]

I'm sorry...but being mad and tired just stresses you out, and its stupid and pointless. What other people think of you is none of your business. Thats good, solid advice ...I promise.

[briiandryry]

Ive done everything in the best interest for my unborn baby. In tired of being told I'm not prepared.. No one is ever fully prepared. There's always something you forgot or didn't plan for. And i don't like my age being the blame of it

[toozday]

I agree. Getting all pissed off doesn't help you or your situation. Nobody is here to judge anyone's ability to parent. If you're getting criticism, let me be the first to tell you that criticism comes at ANY age. So brush your shoulders off and carry on.

[Mulaifa]

Wooooh ladies....cool down. Nobody is perfect n thats what makes us different. Being different is cool. Calm down

[Cherrishhess95]

Yes, I'm sick of it. I'm 19 and tired of being treated like I'm so young that I'm going to mistreat my child or something like that. :P

[briiandryry]

I was more meaning the ones who don't even care If the drugs affect the unborn kid. The ones that don't bother stopping.  Not recovering ones.. I don't count them as an addict..

[TMommie]

I understand! I am 16 and 23 weeks pregnant and I have heard everything about how young I am. When really? That isn't that young to be having a child considering 2000 years ago 14 year old were having babies. In some countries they still are! Anyway I know me and my boyfriend are way more prepared than a lot of "adults" so I am sick of hearing how "unprepared" I am. Only problem is my grandparents won't let me make the desisions I need to make for my baby they are doing it themselves which pisses me off because I know I can be a good mommy if they let me!

[toozday]

Hey now! I'm an addict in recovery, and I, along with my husband, take care of my family and take care of our responsibilities VERY WELL. Being an addict does NOT dictate how well prepared or unprepared you are to be a parent. Nor does it say anything as to how well you parent. So let's clear that up real quick.