When I first found out that I was pregnant I thought I would not be able to go back to school.I told myself if I keep my child ,I will not even have the time to go to school.So now what do I do ? Most people say "Oh just go get a abortion . Then you won't have any problem going to college.You are young , you have your whole life ahead of you and you can have another baby when you are married ." Other people said " Just give the baby up for adoption . You would'nt know how to take care of a baby any ways.That way the baby can get a good home." Last but not least was " if you keep it then your life is over.The baby will rob you of your youth and happiness" Three pathways . Which one to take? Society tells you to go to school , go to college , get married and then have kids. But if this perfect lifestyle is flawed , society says you deffered your dreams and hopes.Your caring a life in your stomach and their future lies in your hands.Your parents did not give you up so why should you even think about giving up your baby? People can tell you their opinons on your situation, but at the end of the day they don't go home with you to make that choice. A little baby is kicking for its life inside of your stomach as you try to ponder on the future.Every little kick tells you to keep them.People tell you that you don't need them. Times up. So what is your decision ?
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I honestly believe that you should keep the baby. Although it is your choice, many people now still go to college and have kids. I have seen it to often that even people that are 30 and have younger kids are still going back to college. I believe you should keep the baby if you want to and go to college. Many colleges now offer day care for people who have kids. I think that would be the best thing but of course the descion is up to you. You would be getting the best of both worlds a baby and a future for yourself and that baby. Just make the right choice that you feel in your heart.
Something people should know about:
http://www.progressiveu.org/032913-lupus-uncureable-wait-what
Thank you for your comment. this was my first blog and the only thing that came to my mind was this subject.But i still have a part two to the story. It just talks about the choice I made.
Remember babies are blessings. Although you're pregnant at a stressful time, you can do it. Many people can talk crap about it, but theres one thing., It really doesn't matter if you have your baby at 16 or 32. If you're not ready, then you're not ready. Granted the 32 year old is more financially stable but doesn't mean they'll provide a good home for the baby.
Just cause you having a baby doesn't stop you from pursing a career. Yes it'll be harder but depending on where you live, there are programs that will help you place your child in daycare while you're attending school. Also, programs ususually give you more money when you have a kid and doing something with yourself. DOING THE DAMN THING!!
It's your choice. If you are motivated enough to accept the challenge of being a parent, that's great! If you're not, then you should consider abortion or adoption depending on your personal views. You must do what is right for YOU- not what is right for anyone else.
If you do decide to remain pregnant, your life is not over. Here's part of a modified response I just typed to another blog (it takes much too long to type a new one!) I also read a post a few days ago from another user whose mother made some choices very similar to mine.
I had my daughter before I graduated high school. My parents were deadbeats so I lived on my own, and I worked 3 jobs during my pregnancy on top of 15 hrs. of college classes and high school just so I could eat crappy food and pay tuition. I never went hungry, but I didn't live gloriously for that period of time, either. My dream never flew out of any window, and neither did my motivation. As soon as I graduated high school, I was able to apply for and recieve scholarships. At one point, I took student loans as well and was able to support both myself and my daughter comfortably as well as pay for daycare. I chose to make minor sacrifices for 8 months in order to claim my opportunity to go to college. I'm now working towards my PhD and may attend medical school, and doing quite well. We are lucky enough to live in a country that allows everyone, including women, to get a job, student loans, grants, and heck- even free food! I could have dropped a job or two (and did after my daughter was born) and recieved food stamps instead or busting my ass to eat spaghetti all the time because I was born into the opportunity to do so. Parents of all ages go to college, and the issues of childcare, finances, etc. are there no matter what age the student is.
F*** Religion. Read more here:
http://www.progressiveu.org/020528-f-religion
Wow. I know you may not feel like it but you are a inspiration to many women. Even me now.Like I said I think at the time I was too worried and thought about all the negative things instead of thinking positive.During the time I was pregnant my fiance lost his job and I was barely making anything and I remember when we were about to go hungry until my dad stepped in. I am thankful to have people like this because I know other people have no body.I am proud of you if no body else says it because I don't know what I would do if I had to do it .
now that is something to think about now isnt it?? yes indeed..i dont believe in abortion but that is just me.. their are many very young girls having babies these days and i know because there are at least 8 girls in my high school that have babies or that are about to.. and also two friends.. babies are great and wonderful maybe u cant go to college or have all ur dreams from child hood come true but hey make new ones.. dreams of being the best mother possible..