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plzz I am 15 and i have no clue what i am doing
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Erin708151


- Joined on 02-21-2005
- Cornelius, NC *due March 10, 2008*
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Re: plzz I am 15 and i have no clue what i am doing
I'm sorry you have found yourself in this bind. I hope you have the strength and support to get through this. Being 15, it will not be easy, but if you try educate yourself and get a support system, it doesn't have to be the end of the world. My first advice is to find SOMEONE in your life to help you and to confide in. Go to a church if you have to, there will be support and resources there. Buy a book, the one most people go with is "What to Expect When You're Expecting." Take vitamins (even just 2 flintstone vitamins a day will do the job, or Target brand prenatals, they do not have to be the pricey brandname or a prescription), try not to overexert yourself too much. The basics, if that is what you are asking, is just use common sense - eat when you're hungry, drink lots of water, don't smoke, avoid alcohol and drugs. Find a doctor, you need to be checked out, also. Early pre-natal care is important to the health of your unborn child. Good luck and I hope you find some help and support.
Erin
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Morghan2384338


- Joined on 10-31-2007
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Re: plzz I am 15 and i have no clue what i am doing
This is not meant as a political statement, just a website that may have resources you can look in to (I also think the advice of the last post is on target too): http://www.plannedparenthood.org/
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Morghan2384338


- Joined on 10-31-2007
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Re: plzz I am 15 and i have no clue what i am doing
Also, whatever state you are in usually offers different state programs for health insurance and low-income people - depending on your situation - you may qualify for assistance and should look into that state's website too.
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Brandy2484538


- Joined on 11-09-2007
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Re: plzz I am 15 and i have no clue what i am doing
I hope you are doing good. When I found out I was pregnant I went to a local clinic. They helped me a lot. They set me up with a doctor, wic program(helps provide info. and classes about eating good, and they help set me up with medicad, which helped me pay for my medical treatment. I hope this helped and do what the first person said to do, and stay calm. Eat toast and crackers for the morning sickness and don't worry it passes after a few months.
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caliece2023408


- Joined on 11-25-2007
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Re: plzz I am 15 and i have no clue what i am doing
someone i know was pregnant at 15 years old....today shes 19 and her daughter is 3 and getting prettier everyday, im suggesting to do anything wrong as far as an abortion, yet that is
your choice, i have done that before, i was only 16 in the 10th grade and it isnt a good feeling afterward...if its for the better than it is. Im about to be 18 years old and i am 5 months pregnant and im out of school in the next 3 and a half to 4 months. What you need is someone to relate to and alot of support. Being pregnant and having a child are the 2 most beautiful gifts in the world. There arent many who can have children, i would know.
Thank GOD i got lucky and he gave me a second chance, it was a 50/50 chance that i could get pregnant. Like i said before, all you need is support and someone to be there, im here and if you need anything you can email me at c.dancy@yahoo.com. Make sure you get prenatal care asap...many hospitals and clinics start at 8 weeks, i hope all is well and im not too late on giving advice....
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Happy_Nancy


- Joined on 11-26-2007
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Re: plzz I am 15 and i have no clue what i am doing
With you being so young, did you plan this? I really hope you didn't! Do your parents know that your pregnant? How about his parents, and him?
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taylor_9


- Joined on 07-13-2007
- Posts 29
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Re: plzz I am 15 and i have no clue what i am doing
YOU HAVE A PM (personal message).
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amy2395516


- Joined on 12-10-2007
- CT
- Posts 18
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Re: plzz I am 15 and i have no clue what i am doing
I can't imagine how scary this is for you. Do you have any adults that you can talk to and confide in? I would recommend telling a loved one, you'll need rides to medical appointments and/or financial support. My best advice for you would be to really take care of yourself and use your best judgement. This site is a great reference and will guide you as to what foods and activties to avoid. Definetly take vitamins and drink tons of water. Get rest what you need it, when your tired so is the baby. When your hungry, so is the baby. Just make a conscious effort to consider your baby each day when making decisions. Becoming a mom will be a huge change for you, but you're never given more than you can handle. Take care of yourself (and your little one).
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shellobello


- Joined on 01-13-2008
- baby #3
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Re: plzz I am 15 and i have no clue what i am doing
I am so sorry. This must be very hard for you. Are your parents not being supportive? I agree with the first response... if you can find a nice supportive non-judgemental church then they would be able to help you out so much. there is also a place called mercy ministries http://www.mercyministries.org/ that will probally be able to help. Please post with any questions I would love to help you as much as I can.
God bless you sweetie. I will be praying for supportive people to come into your life .
shelley
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29.pamella


- Joined on 03-19-2008
- Colorado
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Re: plzz I am 15 and i have no clue what i am doing
Hi hun, my heart goes out to you. I was in your situation once. i was pregnant when i was 15 and again at 16. i had noone there for me, but I did finnally make it. I am 30 now and have gotten remarried to a wonderful man and have three children with him, and am prego again. I don't know what you are going to decide to do, but I chose to put my children up for adoption, due to the fact I felt I could not care for them,and I never believed in abortion, and wanted them to have a chance at life. I believe a rich catholic family out of texas adopted them together, so dont lose hope . if you need to talk just PM me i'll be there if you need support or advice.
****hugs****
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Fabby2760578


- Joined on 03-25-2008
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Re: plzz I am 15 and i have no clue what i am doing
My heart goes out to you!! I was once in your same spot... Pregnant at 16. I know how scared you are feeling... I know how deeply sorry you are to have put yourself in this position.
And, most of all, I know how difficult it is to make an accurate decision as to whether you'll be keeping the baby or not. Especially, if you don't have the support of the "sperm donor".....
But trust me, all is not lost. Look at this as a message that you need to change your life because it won't be a decision for just yourself, but for that Baby inside your womb!
I was in highschool at the time. And after long deliberation, I decided to come clean w/ my mother. She was naturally upset, but to my surprise, she was also very understanding and forgiving. With her support, I was able to graduate from highschool on time. And, then went on to college. I am now in a position where I am very proud of my decision and would not change it for the world.
My baby boy is now 6yrs old!! He is the light of my eyes and my motivation to go out and succeed in life! I have also married a wonderful man, who loves and cherishes him as his own.
******Trust me, you will make it... Although, it won't be an easy road, in the end... All will be well! I hope you can find the strenght to move ahead and not look at this as a curse but as a blessing. After all, you are carrying a small life inside of you who depends on your every move to make it in this world. :) Feel free to contact me any time...
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danielle2762009


- Joined on 03-26-2008
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Re: plzz I am 15 and i have no clue what i am doing
Hi sweetie, i know what you are going through.Personally i have not been there at fifteen but my cousin is fifteen and just gave birth three months ago to a beautiful baby girl!!
For a first piece of advice, i know how self concious teens are to begin with, you need to find a way you love whats going to happen to your body.
Surround your self with supportive friends and family, if your best friend is being non supportive than you need to find a true best friend.
your parents might not always know how to be there for you so you need to make sure that you are communicating well with them.
have fun with being pregnant go to the mall find some cute clothes to ware, just have fun.
I dont know if your boyfriend is with you still or what is going on with all that, just remember your hormones are shooting through the roof on top of being a teen now you have them from being pregnant, when you feel your self getting angry or stressed with him or any thing else for that matter the best thing to do is walk somewhere where you can be alone and just breathe for a few minutes. then just tell your man or who ever whats going on after you calm down.
the best thing i can really tell you though is your mom and best friend are going to be the best people to be with they will always love you the most!!
good luck
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babyboylopez


- Joined on 03-26-2008
- Posts 1
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Re: plzz I am 15 and i have no clue what i am doing
Just wanted 2 let u know you can contact Healthy Families program, they work with girls 21 and under with their first pregnancy. They are great!!
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