Is it normal to want to keep my baby?

You needto talk to some adults you can trust about this. Some points to consider in the mean time: how will you pay for the care of this baby? Will your bf help you (mentally, physically, monitarily) with this baby? Can you really go to college full time and raise a kid (btw if yourparents pay your medical insurance through work many companies will not cover part time students)? Are you ready to raise a baby emotionally? Also why isn't adoption an option??

I'm against abortion, thats just me. i know this is going to be rather harsh but this is reality and reality IS harsh, if your boyfriend was ready to have sex he was ready to father a child! Thats why people HAVE sex in the first place gosh darnit! My sister had a baby at 16 years young and my mom raises her now 2 year old. Parenting is no walk in a park and deffintly NOT cheap..but parenting is also the most amazing thing you will ever feel.

Wow, tough call. I often wondered what I would do if I ever had gotten pregnant at a young age (teens). But thankfully it never happened. I was always scared shitless, since I come from a "good" family with high morals and standards, and the thought of having a child out of wedlock would be out of the question. There was a lot of pressure put on me for everything I did.

Anyway enough about me. This story is about you. Good luck on whatever you decide. It's normal you want to live your dreams, go to college, etc... but it's also normal for you to want to keep the baby and raise it, showering it with your love. Not an easy decision at all. I guess one option is to take a year off, have the baby, and then consider going back to school, though it certainly won't be an easy road. Hopefully your boyfriend will stay with you and help support you and the baby.

Good luck! :)

I was a teen when I got preg, I am in school and have a 4.0 gpa and nobody gives us money we take care of ourselves and are perfectly happy. You just have to work hard and make it happen

to be honest i'd keep the baby . abortion is murder ,adoption is abamdoment , this baby could change your life for the better .it's your choice, your baby .dont let anyone tell you otherwise!

As the other posts says talk to someone first...if you are already attached to this baby you will regret the abortion.. It's a personal choice you both have to decide and can live with, but def not do it because you feel "pressured". Although a very hard road I knw plenty of young mothers who had children as teens and with the support of their familes went on to become very successful. My last last year in college I became pregnant, I moved back to my home town area with my boyfriend which is over an hour away..I was very sick my whole pregnancy. But I continued to work and take a full load of classes and graduated 10 days before my child was born. I promise with support it can be done..good luck to you and keep us posted with your decision...

Yes it's normal. Most girls when they get pregnant already feel attached to it and kno they could be a good mother even though it will be life changing and hard

Falcon punch and or coat hanger.

Maybe you can compromise and have an open adoption? Then you won't have the huge stress of raising a baby, but you'll still be able to be a part of your child's life. Think about all your options though. I've heard being a single mom and going to school is tough.

Have you considered an "open adoption", where you still get to know what's going on with your baby?

Why isn't adoption an option?

Go with your gut instincts or u will regret it

Don't consider abortion pleeeeaase.!!!!

Do what you think is right after all you are going to be a parent soon u need to trust your instincts if your heart is telling u not to kill or have someone else take care of ur baby dnt do it bottom line dnt do nething u will regret

Yes it's normal but wait to have it. Don't fuck your life up, the babies life, and contribute to over-population (im assuming your not a Mexican bc otherwise you'd be on your 2nd or 3rd)

Oh, and people who are dying to adopt your baby (like my husband and I) are always willing to pay rent, medical costs, groceries, etc while you're pregnant.

A couple more things: one of my classmates in med school was a single mom. While it was hard, she made her dream of becoming a doctor come true even with an unplanned pregnancy.

Do not abort the baby, there are so many people who cant have children, who would love that child as their own & give it a fantastic life. You need to tell your parents, especially since youre going to need prenatal care, & you'll need guidance & support from someone more expierienced during this time. Things happen if we make the wrong decisions, unfortunitely. I say overall, follow your heart. If you are determined enough, you can still be a parent & achieve your personal goals. It wont be easy!! But it is possible, especially with help from your family. Good luck & I hope you decide to keep your baby.

First, talk to your mom and then you two can go to your dad. Because youre so young your family may be able to help te situation. I wouldnt make any decisions until you see their reaction. It may not be a bad as you think. Just show your parents you love and trust them, and feel comfortable coming to them.

Please let us know what happens. Good luck.

You should def keep it. Your baby is already alive and living, don't kill it

What lala land do you live in Thetruthis? I've seen friends struggle on their own as teen moms cause their families got mad and kicked them out. It depends on the family how supportive they may or may not be. The world is not all sunshine and rainbows.
That said this is a decision she needs to think long and hard about. Not just what is best for her but what is best for this baby.

Yes. It's normal and it's ok. I think that you should male a decision you can live with. The worst thing is to think you won't be accepted and you will. It's your natural right to bring forth live. And if you want to you should. Everyone will still be there for you.

You mispelled baby on accident up there.

Why is adoption not an option? My husband and I would love to adopt your baby, as many loving, mature people would! Abortion may seem like the only choice, but it isn't as "easy" of an out as it may seem. You already feel love for your child for a reason. Trust that feeling and consider an open adoption.

I hate when people think that abortion is the only choice? Hello! ever hear of adoption???

yeah. it's normal to want to keep it. but if you give it up for adoption or an open adoption, your child will have a better life and so will you. you can still see the baby, but teenagers aren't meant to be mothers it is such hard work! we just watched a video about it in science class, and learned about he reproduction unit. there are many options. you and your bf should go to family planning or to a trusted adult to talk about the different options.

whatever you do ,DO NOT get an abortion ! maybe consider an open adoption.