Young/Teen Moms and Moms To Be

KatieG25 · March 2014

My name is Katie, and I will be 19 next month. I'm creating this thread because I looked for boards for young moms, and found that all of them were fairly old posts. So I am starting a new one in hopes of finding more young moms to be (such as myself), and moms who were young when they had their children. If anyone can offer and advice, tips, and support, it would be greatly appreciated. I hope to find more people I can connect with on here, and can't wait to get to know more moms and moms to be, young and otherwise. Thank you so much(:

tealowl · March 2014

Congrats and welcome. I hope you can find some moms around your age to connect with. Everyone around here is all different ages from what I see. I had my first kid at 19 too, and at 32 I'm having my second, so they will be 13 years apart.

RachelCA29 · March 2014

Depending on your area, The Bump also has city/area boards for moms too, so you may be able to find moms in your direct area that could provide you with "insider tips" on parenting stuff around you. If local support is something you think you might want or need.

https://forums.thebump.com/categories/the-bump-local-boards

Congrats and Good Luck!

PrimRoseMama · March 2014

There are Social Groups. You can start one for teen moms?

PrimRoseMama · March 2014

Here you go:
https://forums.thebump.com/groups

You can start the group, other teen moms can join & it's private.

YTLCNURSE · March 2014

Congrats! I was 19 when I had my first. I'm 33 and getting ready to have my 2nd child. They will be 14 and a half years apart.

Sofia2529 · March 2014

I wish you the best of luck. My oldest was born the day after my 17th birthday so I know the challenges well.

Nuclearcupcake · March 2014

Congrats on your pregnancy! I was 18 when I got pregnant with my first and 19 when I had him. I'm 23 now and on baby 3! It hasn't always been easy but it's doable!

kelseydianne · March 2014

Hi and congrats! I was 20 when I got pregnant and I'm 21 now, due in June. A couple years older but still pretty close. And like a pp said, we all go through a lot of the same things. Feel free to message me at anytime!

Good luck!

shajenjen · March 2014

Congrats to you. I was 16 when I had my first baby what made it easier was having a good support system. I am now 32 with a 15 year old, 1 year old, & 10 weeks with the third. Their is alot of help out there now a days.

jennashawn2013 · March 2014

I was 19 and a single mom when I had my first son. I was 22 when I had my second son. I am now finally married (at 27) to a wonderful man whom accepted both me and my kids (now ages 7 and 5) into his life. They were the hardest years of my life but I believe that everything happens for a reason and I turned out to be a better person than I probably would've been otherwise. I finished college in the process due to a great support system at home. Good luck and enjoy that little one when it decides to come! It will be wonderful (and challenging) because it is for every new mom

mamatobe1235 · March 2014

Congrats on your pregnancy! I was 21 when I got pregnant and am 22 now. I had my son (my 1st) in January

MinnesotaMomma91 · March 2014

Congrats, im 23 and have a seven month old

KatieG25 · March 2014

Thanks everyone! Your support means a lot. And if it's alright, I'll definitely come to you with questions. I have almost no idea what to expect, and I don't really have family to talk to about it. (Most of them are not happy with me being pregnant and don't support my boyfriend and I deciding to keep the baby.) Thanks again, and congrats to you all as well!(:

katelynspencer · March 2014

Im 21 and I found out Im pregnant and its 7 days before I turn 22. So I ve known for 3 days and Im having a really hard time. I wish I had words of wisdom for you but I would love to share if I find some

KatieG25 · March 2014

Also, following your suggestions, I looked into the Bump Location Specific Boards, and unfortunately, there aren't many for my area, though I will probably make one and see if I get any feedback. I also made a Social Group, (thanks for the links, by the way. I'm still new and learning to navigate the site). And I checked out Baby Gaga. And while there are a lot more pregnant teenagers on there, I definitely prefer the Bump. The environment here is so much more positive and supportive. Thank you everybody for all your great ideas.

FrodaBaggins · March 2014

I'm an oldie at 31 but just wanted to say good luck and congrats!

firstmom101 · March 2014

i am 18 going to be 19 in october

KatieG25 · March 2014

Thank you so much! My parents wanted me to give my baby up too, but my boyfriend and I told them that we are definitely keeping him or her, something they are not too excited about. Even some of their relatives are telling me to give up the baby. Hopefully they come around. And congratulations on your new addition(:

jennashawn2013 · March 2014

@KatieG25 I can't vouch for every mother but mine was upset (as I was 19 and unmarried) but once I went into labor and she held DS in her arms, everything changed. She loves him to pieces. Good luck

This is a wonderful thing

KatieG25 · March 2014

Thank you(:
Unfortunately, I don't think I'll be quite so lucky when it comes to her coming around. We don't have a good relationship. She and my dad kicked me out a month after I turned 18, after years of a very unhealthy relationship with them at home. And my leaving didn't make it any better. They are very unhappy with me being pregnant at 19, and do not approve of my boyfriend. Maybe in time it will get better, but I can't see that being any time soon.

ap0wer · March 2014

I'm 19! Turning 20 two months after baby arrives.

Yaz14 · March 2014

I'm going to be a young mum although not a teen. I'm 23 and will be 24 in a few weeks and am 8 weeks pregnant with my first. I just wanted to congratulate you on your pregnancy and wish you luck!

On another note there's an awesome teen mum board here:

https://my.gurl.com/forums/index/594-Pregnancy.

Morganhailey · March 2014

I just turned 21, and found out I was pregnant a couple days after. I'm almost 11 weeks! But on the other side, I was 16 when I first got prego and no one approved, I ended up having a miscarriage. But from what I learned don't take everyone's feelings so harshly. Theyre your parents and they love you. I knew as soon as they would see their grandchild they would forget everything. All the hate and all everything because they'll realize that they love you regardless of it all. Just stay positive and everything else will follow:)

MrsAdventure · March 2014

I'm an oldie too (28), but I wanted to offer my congrats to you. The Bump has been great to me so far. You get the real take on being pregnant with people who knows its not all 'having a glow about you'. Not matter how old, I think almost all of us here can relate to the less fun aspects of pregnancy, and the awesome parts too, for the matter. Look forward to seeing you 'round the boards.

BreandMikewedding · March 2014

KatieG25 said:
Thank you so much! My parents wanted me to give my baby up too, but my boyfriend and I told them that we are definitely keeping him or her, something they are not too excited about. Even some of their relatives are telling me to give up the baby. Hopefully they come around. And congratulations on your new addition(:

I was pregnant at 19 and it unfortunately ended in a loss. I was pregnant again at 21 and my family wasn't very supportive. They thought I was ruining my life. That all changed once I had her. They fell in love and realized it was the right decision to keep her. I think having her really changed my perspective on things. My best advice is to make sure you get a college degree now. It is so much harder as they get older. Look up individual development accounts (Ida) if you don't think you can afford school. There are programs to help you pay for school. Good luck and congrats!

Morganhailey · March 2014

@WhoCanItBeNow‌, of course it may not happen to everyone it all depends on what kind of relationship you have with your family. But all you really can do is be positive and take care of your child and do what's best for yourself and them. In time things may work out but it probably won't happen exactly right away you know?

8411mommy · March 2014

Congrats on your pregnancy girl. I was 19 when when dh and I had our first child. Now I'm 22 and we have started this month ttc for #2. (Just had mirena removed 12 days ago) so I might be in the ttgp board for awhile. If you create a social board let me know. I'd be happy to join.

symone1994 · March 2014

I'm 19 and I'm kinda scared,because I never experienced nor thought I would have a baby this young,I'm 4 weeks along,and only told my best friends,I'm curious how did u tell your family and did you wait till your 2 trimester

KatieG25 · July 2014

@symone1994 Sorry for not answering your question. I have not been able to get on my computer for a few months due to moving, not having a charger, etc. I assume you have told you family by this point. My story on telling my parents would not have been much help to you anyways. I was living with my boyfriend and son's father and I was having trouble being covered by healthcare and needed to go to the doctor because I knew I was pregnant. My mother and I were hardly even talking but my now exboyfriend thought she may be able to help, so I messaged my mom on Facebook and told her that I was pregnant and needed help getting health insurance. See? Probably not very helpful.
Also, I can completely relate to being scared and never ever thinking that you'd be in this position. I never imagined myself 19 and pregnant. But it has proven to be one of the best things to ever happen to me. I will spare you all the details, but if you need to talk about anything, feel free to message me.
Also, congrats(:

shortnatie · July 2014

Im 18 about to turn 19. I go to my 1st appointmet 2 days before my birthday! I know exactly how I feel. I havent told anyone on my family. But I told my fiances family.. would be nice to connect.

KnitPixy · July 2014

Congrats on the pregnancy! I sorry that your family isn't more spportive but it sounds like you are going in to this with your eyes open to your reality. I'm another oldie (28) but I want to say congrats and good luck.

As it doesn't sound like you have a lot of support at home I would maybe recommend checking out what resources you can find in your community. I know the rec center by us offers prenatal classes and mommy to be groups. Usually you can find specifc classes/groups targeted for young moms. That might be a good way to help build a support network while you are waitng for baby.

If you don't mind me asking, are your boyfriend's parents supportive? They might be a good resource for you as well.

Tyasia17 · July 2014

Well in 17 and 5 weeks pregnant

KatieG25 · July 2014

All young moms and moms to be are more than welcome to join the you/teen moms and moms to be group(:

mommy5point0 · July 2014

I was 19 when I had my oldest (now 16...which makes me, uh....). Anyway, congratulations and welcome.

Side note: I distinctly remember going to the park, on the first day of school, etc and being like MAN, I don't feel like I fit in at ALL. You're not alone.

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