Is it always this scary?

[TheHopeIsGone]

I posted a thread back on the 9th thinking I could be pregnant. Well I just found out yesterday that I am! I mean im 17 years old! I'm graduating, And now I'm pregnant. I have so many emotions running through me, I'm shaking... So many questions too. Am i ready? Will my parents understand? How do I even tell them? Will I be a good Mom? College..? Will it always be this scary?!

[Singing to the starlight]

Where do you live? If in England, then go to your doctors asap. You can talk to him/her about all your options, and she/he can give you numbers and places you can go to get support. All of this can happen without your parents finding out.
Good luck, whatever happens.

[Photographylove217]

As rough as it sounds, yes it will probably always be scary. But it has to get better at some point. It's a learning experience and unfortunately it is one that requires you to learn a lot. Tell you parents, and the baby's father (if he is in the picture), try to find some support where you are. Having support right there should make it a lot less scary. You have all of us on TH that are here to support you, too. Best of luck and feel free to PM me.

[Nicolette]

Whenever there's a large life change ahead its scary no matter how prepared/unprepared you are for it. I suggest getting into the doctors right away, the best thing to do with your parents is just come out and be honest with them, hiding it will only cause problems in the long run.

Best of luck!

[Through-Glass]

Hey there,

I know this must all seem so scary right now, and there will always be doubts and questions running through your mind...but it will grow easier with time. I absolutely think that you should talk to your doctor about your options, and if you took a home test, get a more accurate blood test done, just to be sure.

Talking to your family will be difficult, but you will get through it. If talking to them face-to-face seems like too much for you to handle, perhaps you could write them a letter of some sort, a note explaining your situation. The sooner you tell them, the better; you're going to need their support through this difficult time, and they too will be able to help you explore your options.

Take care, and good luck. If you need anything, feel free to PM me.

[LucyLouWho]

Pregnancy is a life changing experience... Of course it's scary. Honestly, there's no easy way to tell parents. The best way to tell them is to just... tell them. It's not easy, but there's really no way to sugar-coat it, ya' know? As far as being a good mom, I'm sure you can be. Anyone has the ability to be a good parent, I think. But it's hard work and you have to always put your children first. And college... You just have to kind of get set into a routine. I go to a community college. Luckily, my mom helps out a lot, though. It's hard, but not impossible.

Best of luck with the rest of your pregnancy and becoming a new mommy.

[TheHopeIsGone]

I did talk to my parents, and my boyfriend. My parents were really cool about it, they said it's my choice since I'm gonna be an adult. My boyfriend is still shaken, like he doesn't know what to say we did say to keep the baby. But my mom called my doctors and made me an appointment for friday at 10:30.. Scary!! but im so excited!

[Imagine]

Originally Posted by TheHopeIsGone

I did talk to my parents, and my boyfriend. My parents were really cool about it, they said it's my choice since I'm gonna be an adult. My boyfriend is still shaken, like he doesn't know what to say we did say to keep the baby. But my mom called my doctors and made me an appointment for friday at 10:30.. Scary!! but im so excited!

Good luck with your pregnancy. If you need anyone to talk to PM me

[BrittanyBoo]

Have you told the baby's daddy??
Well, I'm kinda in the same situation as you.
But, I'm not 17..I'm only 15.
I told the baby's daddy--(my fience)
&& yes, we're engaged at 15.
out parents know && its legal..we've been together for
going on 2 years now. (:
but, for you, just go ahead and tell your parents..
they will understand..
and dont worry,
YOU'LL BE A GREAT MOM, DONT THINK THAT YOU WONT, BECAUSE YOU WILL!

[hopefaithlove]

Good luck! Here's to a happy and healthy 9 months!Congrats!

[Spellbound]

Hi, I wish you the best of luck with your pregnancy! I think it's such a beautiful thing, having a baby. But, anyway, good luck with the next nine months! And congratulations!

[drowningangel]

It's a very good thing that you are going to see your doctor soon. The sooner you can get started on prenatal care, the better. The good thing is your reproductive system is further along in development than if you were younger than you are, but the doctors will probably want to keep an eye on you anyway, to be safe.

I think, at any age but especially when you're younger, it would be unusual to NOT be a little scared! I'm 20, married, with a college degree and I'm still terrified. It's hard not to be, to worry about life, yours and this child's.

[Beautiful_mind]

I know how scary it can be when you find out your pregnant. i was a young mum to. If your finding it hard to tell your parents maybe try writing it in a letter that sometimes is easier. I found that after the shock of it, you don't get as scared you may find that you feel excitied about it. you also need to talk to the father of the baby and get as much support around you as possible you will need it with what ever you decide to do. pm me anytime

[Jocelyn.]

Congrats on your pregnancy! I remember how scary is was when I found out I was pregnant... and now that my son is three months old, I still am You always have new things to worry about over your children. This is possibly the biggest change of your life, and you just want everything to turn out ok with your child and yourself.... but soon that will turn into excitement. Especially when you hear the heartbeat and see the ultrasound

I did a lot of reading and took a ton of classes to make myself feel more prepared. I tried to bond with him as much as I could while he was in my tummy, to make the transition easier.

Having a baby is hard and exhausting, to say the least. But its that much more rewarding. I love my son more than anything, and now I couldnt imagine my life without him.

I also take classes at my community college... Sometimes it feels impossible to balance the work and my son, but it always gets done. If you want it bad enough, and a better life for you and your son bad enough, you'll find ways to get it done Good luck!