What should I do with me pregnancy?

Okay, so this morning I found out I’m pregnant.. I’m 16. My boyfriend is 17 and we are still currently together. I was talking with my mom, and even though she doesn’t agree with abortions, she thinks it’s the best for me. I don’t entirely agree. I had originally planned to keep the baby, but I know that would be way too difficult and selfish. The baby is due October 4th. I would be missing my whole 12th grade and I’d be missing out on the rest of my life. I’m not ready to keep the child, but I’m not emotionally stable enough to get an abortion. The option I think that’s best for me is adoption. I wont feel guitly for killing it and I can continue the rest of my life. The baby will have a nice loving familly and I will be happy knowing the baby is healthy, loved and happy. But, I’m not sure if I should. My boyfriend is going to be with me every step of the way, and he knows that he’s part of the decision, but that it’s harder for me than him. (Only cause I have to carry the baby.) What ever option I choose, he’s fine with, but he was hoping I’d go with abortion. Either way is difficult, so I want to know. what do you think I should do and why? and if you’ve been in the situation before, tell me what you did. If you think adoption is not a good option, explain. (Oh by the way, I’m only 5 weeks pregnant this week(feb1st).)

Answer #1

please dont dont dont kill your child. if you cannot have a child right now than adoption would be the best choice. but it will be hard, this is your baby. your child. he or she is half you.

this is a human being growing inside of you. he or she has a heartbeat, and already loves you. dont make your decision on what your mum thinks; shes only in your life for another 5ish years. this is your life, take her out of the equation and what would YOU want to do???

This is YOUR life, and YOUR child. you will wake up every morning and think of this baby. for nine months it will be a part of you. this is not just a baby, its your little girl or little boy. a child that will love you unconditionally.

he or she will have a better life than 50% of children out there. you are lucky that your boyfriend supports you. between the two of you, and your parents, you could give your baby a great life.

Answer #2

You sound like a really sweet girl who has a good head on her shoulders. Its awesome your mature enough to realize you aren’t stable enough to raise a baby. Who knows? Maybe you could do it, but you don’t ever want to make that child feel like it was his or her fault you didn’t get to finish being young. Adoption is a really good option, just make sure it’s with an agency you really feel you can trust. Its so great your boyfriend is with you every step, and make sure you continue to include him in the decisions. If it comes down to having the baby and you feel you couldn’t deal with not being in their life, see about an adoption where you get to come around and be in their life. You have so many options. Explore them. Don’t think ending the life of a baby will make everything better, because it won’t darling :( Be brave and stand strong. You can do it girl!

Answer #3

I think that you should put your baby up for adoption. A baby is a blessing from God and he never gives you to much you can’t handle. But, you are young and just think if you put your baby up fir adoption then you can help to make someone else’s life who cannot have kids of their own a lot happier by supplying them with a precious baby! But your the only one who can make that decisioni GOOD LUCK!

Answer #4

I agree with phrannie.

It doesn’t matter what you mother or your boyfriends want, yes they do care, but in the end you’ll have to be the one living with the consequences of whatever decision you make.

It seems that you feel that adoption is the best option for it. if that is the case, then get your baby adopted. However if you want to go for an abortion then that is also your choice and it should be respected.

My suggesting is to speak to a counselor (for now) and to get an independent viewpoint on your feelings so that you can sort this out.

Good luck.

Answer #5

I think you should go with adoption like that you wouldn’t have killed and it will have a happy life.GOOD LUCK!!!:)

Answer #6

I would say only abort the baby if you have any addictive habit like drinking or smoking (not saying you do) or if you feel you cant take good care of the child while it’s developing inside you, because it could lead to birth defects that can hinder the child for the rest of its life,

if you feel you can handle two lives for nine months then dont get an abortion. and if you feel you can handle 2 lives for the rest of your life, keep the child.

at your age, adoption seems like the best idea, but there are girls out there that are able to handle a child at 16. It’s truly up to you.

good luck!!!

Answer #7

I would definately ffind a couple that wants a child but cant have one on their own. if you meet a couple before the baby is born, then they will most likely let you see the baby whenever you’d like. also you wouldnt feel guilty for killing your baby. go see an invitro fertilization doctor. they have lots of patients that would make great parents but cant make a baby on their own. but overall its your decision. you seem very responsible, I know you’ll make the right decision! GOOD LUCK!!!

Answer #8

personally, I dont think my conscience will let me sleep if I go for abortion but like, if I am really desperate or cant support the baby at all, then I might consider. Though I respect other people who do this decision too, I dont blame them. But I mean, its not the baby’s fault he/she was formed right? why must he/she be killed for it? But then, its up to you. You’re still young and you have dreams ahead of you. make good choices :-) at least abortion is legal there, in my place it isnt. But weigh your options. Good luck.

Answer #9

I think you should go with adoption because a good friend of mine went through the same thing and she had an abortion and she hated it. she felt guilty the rest of her life, and always wondered “what if” so I say give to a family who cant have kids. you’ll feel better but it is your decision and your situation may be different but I hope you figure it out and are happy with that decision GOOD LUCK :)

Answer #10

I think you should get an abortion even though your gunna feel guilty but either way you still will. its really emotional if you were to have the baby then give it up for adoption. your still young and just think carrying it for 9 months is gunna change your body and that alone can make you overwhelmed.

Answer #11

Go with your gut…you are the only one who truly knows yourself. I think your mom is basically trying to protect “her” baby…but I truly believe that if you tell her what your decision is (and YOU are the only can make it)…that she will back you.

phrannie

Answer #12

honestly I think that I child should be raised with his or her birth parents no matter what age you are they deserve to know you and spend time with you trust me I went through this when I was 15

Answer #13

I think you should keep it my sister did and and she love her baby(now 2 months)

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