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Q: Pregnant and Confused
asked by: MsHarley on November 26th, 2008
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Like many people here, I am young (16 to be exact). And I literally just found out I am pregnant. About 10 minutes ago. I really do not know what to do. I am really considering abortion, and also considering keeping it.

I have been with the daddy for a year in 10 days. I will not consider adoption as I could not part with the baby. the thing I am most worried about, is I have 3 very young horses that I am training and constantly being thrown off.

I want to hear how you guys are coping, are you living at home still? How was your birth? Were there troubles? etc.

Some facts on myself, my dad is bipolar, for those who do not know, it is a chemical imbalance of seritonan levels in your brain (stuff that makes you happy). I have sever anxiety disorder and mild depression. I stress very easily and panic attacks are very common. My sister has epilespy, and my other has diabities. My parents just recently split and my mum is struggling to pay the bills. My boyfriend is 21 and I love hiim very very much.

I need some support really. I think I am about 4 or so weeks along.
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lady_me
replied on November 26th, 2008
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well as my advice to you you better see a doctor to check your situation and as i read to your story u had a family history..so you better see and ask a doctor,,
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blue21
replied on November 29th, 2008
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I know it is a hard decision to make because you were not expecting it. Your baby loves you already and does not want to part with you either. I am a single mom and it has never been easy but it is well worth it. Let me know if I can offer any other advice...
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kyrafaith
replied on November 30th, 2008
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Well you shouldnt ride the horses for sure. If you get thrown off you can lose the baby and that would not be good. seek a doctor for sure. They may need to check you for defects that the baby could be passed on such as diabetes since it runs in the family. Also, you should tell your boyfriend if you havent already. That is a big deal because your life will be different depending on what he does, wheter he stays or not. If hes going to help and what not. Dont base what your going to do as far as keep it or not on him but keep that in perspective. If you cant pay for healthcare look into getting medicaid... you should be able to get help that way. If your bf and you are to get married make sure you are in love and not just doing this because of the baby. Get a job, its tough while your pregnant but youll need to start saving. and above all else, try not to stress to much, its not good for the baby. Its a lot to figure out, but Im sure youll find a lot of support here. If you need ANYTHING, you can send me a message. Im on a couple times a day so go ahead and message me if you need to talk. I havent had my son yet, but im due in the next few weeks.Ill try to be as supportive and give you as much advice and such as i can if you would like it. Hope all is well. --- Kyra
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crazylizardlady
replied on January 5th, 2009
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tell your mom asap. she'll help you. get to the doctor asap. i know parting with the baby would be hard, but just think, you'd be giving the baby life, that's the most beautiful gift you could give him/her. You can't undo an abortion. Women suffer with depression, guilt and grief afterward. you don't have to decide right away. take your time. listen to your heart. don't listen to anyone, but yourself.
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