Any young mom's out there?

alliebarry13 · February 2015

I am 19 years old and 15 weeks pregnant. This was not planned at all, but I am so happy! It was hard at first because there are a lot of things I've had to give up but I am starting to learn this is what was meant for my life and I'm gonna be the best mommy I can be!!

I would like to hear from other young mom's and hear what struggles you guys are facing or have faced!

kalix87 · February 2015

I am 21 and am 17 weeks pregnant. My main struggle was actually getting pregnant. My fiance have been trying for almost a year now, and I was really shocked that we did not conceive any sooner. He proposed in September, and we conceived in October. I joke with him now and say he had to put a ring on it before we were "allowed" to get pregnant.
I am also dealing with gestational diabetes, that was a huge struggle at first, but now I'm getting the hang of it. I just hope I won't have to take insulin.

That's all we can do though dear, do what we must to make sure we will have a healthy, and happy baby.

amystanbury · February 2015

I'm 21, my partner is 20 and were 15w6d pregnant with our first!

our main struggle has been trying to find somewhere to live! We're currently living with my partners parents and as much as it was convenient before we were expecting it really isn't now! Plus neither of us are working at the moment and figuring out what benefits and help we can get is so So so confusing!!! On a different note My morning sickness has only just stopped! Haha!

We just can't wait to meet our little one!

Good luck!

A xo

camilleashleyyy · February 2015

I'm 21, 16 weeks pregnant. Total accident, total suprise, but a total blessing. I love my child already and can't imagine my life without him or her. It's been hard in the beginning but I'm happy now. I'm a single mom so I'm gonna have lots of challenges but I'm also going to have a beautiful child that's going to love me!!

bwarren1210 · February 2015

I'm 21, and I'm 18 weeks with my second baby! I was 19 when I had my daughter.

Lulamae123 · February 2015

I was 20 when I had my first. My advice for young moms.
Breastfeeding is very hard and stressful have formula on hand. I sent my husband at 2 am to get formula because I couldn't do it. The sleep deprivation was hard.
Talk to your partner about baby blues and post pardum. Make sure they know the signs ad watch you. I had baby blues and didn't know it until months later when my husband told me.
Get an epidural especially if you are being induced. I hated my first labour and now that I am older I look back on first baby and think oh how I was young. I resisted the pain.
If you are close with your mom or a sister have them stay with you for a few days until you get the hang of it. I called my mom at 1 am my first night home. My baby was only 2 days old and I hadnt slept yet. She didn't sleep for 2 years.
I love that now I am 28 with an 8 year old. I found that we grew together and she's a great help. I am pregnant with my third and she is so excited she is on the journey with us.
Enjoy every stage!

emmamc1 · February 2015

I'm 18 and 18 weeks pregnant, It wasn't planned and at the start I was soo nervous, but I love that I'm becoming a mum now, it's a daily struggle I think with my family and stuff, and I've found it hard to tell people, I feel like all anyone wants to do is gossip about me

thank goodness there are other young mums on this, it's good to hear from pe

emmamc1 · February 2015

*People who are going through the same thing

brittanykal110 · February 2015

I'm 19 and 16 weeks. This pregnancy was definitely not planned but me and my now husband could not be any happier. As crazy as it is, we had only been dating for about 2 months when we found out I was pregnant. It was really scary. I ended up finishing the classes I was in, quitting my job, and moving 4 hours to live with him. We got married last month. This is definitely not how I thought my life would go but looking back now, I wouldn't change any of it.
P.s. we get to find out the sex of the baby later today!!

k3taeko · February 2015

I'm 23, my husband is 24, and I am almost 15 weeks pregnant. Ours wasn't technically planned either. We had just decided it wouldn't be the worst thing if it were to happen in our near future and then found out 3 days later (wasn't expecting that soon!), on my husband's birthday, that I was already 6 weeks pregnant. We were definitely shocked haha but a lot happier than I thought I was going to be.

ipumpkin · February 2015

I'm 26.....I wouldn't say I'm old........

k3taeko · February 2015

ipumpkin said:
I'm 26.....I wouldn't say I'm old........

You're not old at all!

ipumpkin · February 2015

k3taeko said:

I'm 26.....I wouldn't say I'm old........

You're not old at all!

Thanks! lol! I was starting to feel like it!

ChristyM87 · February 2015

ipumpkin said:
I'm 26.....I wouldn't say I'm old........

Lol. I am 27 and feel like a young mom. All the new mom's I know are early to mid 30's

ipumpkin · February 2015

ChristyM87 said:

I'm 26.....I wouldn't say I'm old........

Lol. I am 27 and feel like a young mom. All the new mom's I know are early to mid 30's

I feel like a young mom too! I just stopped by this board when I saw the title, like Hell Yeah I'm a young momma, and then everyone is like I'm 18, 19, 20... and I'm like...OH NO.. I AM OLD!?! lol!

kelckings · February 2015

21, definitely not planned but very happy. I'm almost done with my degree in nursing so I am really glad that's almost over! I seriously couldn't have gotten a better man to accidentally get pregnant with, he is very good to me and little bump. Wanted to share that my sister had a LO at 19 and he is now almost 3. His dad was never involved but he is the greatest thing that ever happened to us. For all those doing it alone or partnered, you're amazing and will have such a wonderful kiddo. Lean on your family if you can. They are the best support out there!!

mrsg27 · February 2015

I just turned 27. Am I old?

cindee92 · February 2015

22 and 15 weeks

very excited

mers90 · February 2015

Hi! I'm 24 now (still young) but I was 19 when I got pregnant with my first! I know it is hard but trust me, it's worth it! I love being a young mom, even when to this day I get a lot of criticism from people who don't even know me (I also have a baby face so that's not helpful, I still look 19) But you'll have to learn to ignore them! My little boy is a perfectly happy and normal child and that's how I know I'm doing it right! If you have any doubts or worries I'll be happy to help you! Good luck.

shakirahb · February 2015

I like to think I'm a young mum

I'm 24 and super excited about the baby. I'm also very in love with my little bump. I'm gonna be sad and happy come July.

ipumpkin · February 2015

Just curious what is considered " not young" lol. this is new territory for me.

Dpatto93 · February 2015

I am 21 and 19 weeks pregnant. I was 19 when I fell pregnant with my son, we were on benefits to support us when he was brought into the world. It wasn't ideal so I decided to go back to college when he turned 1 and my partner started looking for a job. He is now a barrister at a well known place and a Magician for weddings and other events so we are quite in the opposite situation we were in. We then decided to try again for his sibling because we wanted a small age gap and we could now financialy afford the next baby. I get criticism off some people but I don't care, my fiancé supports us and we have our own place. I now stay at home with my son and growing bump, my son goes to nursery and loves it, he has came on so much in the 2 years of life. My pregnancy has been horrid with morning sickness and a blood clot next to baby's head. I have been in and out of hospital but last week we were told the clot has gone and it should now be a normal pregnancy!! One thing I struggle with is potty training, he takes his nappy off at any point and does his buisness, he refuses to sit on the potty urg! I will get through this haha!

hendS731 · February 2015

I'm 17 & 15 weeks pregnant! I was told I couldn't get pregnant so it was definitely a shock, but after I got over that and being scared I realized it was a blessing in disguise. It may not be the ideal situation, but I believe everything happens for a reason and I think that maybe this was a sign that I was not meant for the path I was going. After I had my first ultrasound and heard my baby's heartbeat I fell in love, and I plan on doing anything it takes to be the best mother for my child and to make by child proud. I have had to deal with a lot of judgements & rude remarks but I don't pay any attention to it. Just because we are younger does not make us bad moms, I know women that are 30+ that are bad moms and I know women that are 18 that are bad moms, and vice versa. I know I can do this.

lynlopez · February 2015

Im not as young as you lol but im young 28 to be exact. I dont have any advice because its my first baby but ill you can do is be your best and im sure you'll be alright and never give up!

haayitstayy · February 2015

20 years old & 16 weeks ! Me and my fiancé are not yet married but plan too after our son is born!
I haven't found anything really to be hard except for we've lost a lot of friends so far due to us not always throwing parties anymore or always wanting to go out since we've both taken on more hours at work but at the end of the day we are both extremely excited and happy !

asun123 · February 2015

I'm 20 years old. 16 weeks pregnant today.

I had my first son who is now 2 when I was 17.

I am engaged and getting married before this baby is born.

I raised my first son by myself the whole beginning before I met my now fiance. Even pregnant at my high school graduation!

Having a kid so young makes me feel older than my age now. My fiance is 33.

Rose0825 · February 2015

I consider myself a young mom I'm 26 and this is baby #4. I had my first at 19 also, its awesome just try your best. Everything will be just fine

shenry43 · February 2015

I'm 27. I feel like I'm 16 though so does that count?! My hubby was a young father he had his son when he was 17. He's now 8 and we have him
Full time. I love knowing that he's a good father already. This is my first so I feel like I will be learning a whoooole lot.

Sa11ySparrow · February 2015

I'm 23, I'll be 24 by the time the baby comes. I feel older than I am, honestly. I've been married for 3 1/2 years now. I guess being married does that

I think I still look like a teenager sometimes though. Ha. Oh well, whatever!
We weren't quite expecting a baby this soon, especially since I was on bc pills. I was going to wait till we were a little more financially stable. We're definitely exited though! It'll be a little difficult, but I'm not afraid. We've never struggled too much to put food on the table and keep the utilities on, so I think we'll be ok! My husband is looking for a better job right now too.

I think it's kinda cool that I won't be too old when my baby's grown.

JKSandeen · February 2015

I'm 24 and pregnant with my 5th baby. The hardest thing I faced is learning I'm not in control of everything and I can't let other people's opinions define me. I married at 18 and will celebrate my 7th yr anniversary in Sept. Everyone said I was too young to be a mom too young to know what love really is and too young to survive it all. They were all wrong. Keep your chin up. Age has nothing to do with being a good parent love and patience are key.

clemmipi3 · February 2015

I'm 17 at 16 weeks today, it was an accident but my partner and I think it couldn't have been a more perfect time because we've been together for 2 years and I'm due on 22nd July which is over a month after his exams finish!

I find that because I'm in my last year of college where we're doing twice the work we did last year, I fear I won't finish/pass my course and the course doesn't finish until 6 days before I'm due!! But I've decided I will go through the stress and hassle of finishing the course so that I have qualifications to fall back on and it isn't easy, although it's made me stop worrying about the judgemental hating pricks out there!

jnp87 · February 2015

I am 27 will be 28 in June... will be mom in July:)

samchilcoat10 · February 2015

I was 17 when I got pregnant with my son and 18 when I had him

I am now 21 and 19 weeks pregnant with my second. My husband and I are sooooo excited! Congrats to you and im sure everything will work out. It's extremely difficult at first, but once you get the hang of things you will do awesome!

tljgreen · February 2015

I was 20 when I had my son... 16 years later and here I am pregnant with baby number 2. Both were surprises but I'm very excited!! Just remember that time goes so fast so enjoy every moment with your little bundle of joy. Good luck to all of you:)

MommyLovesYouAlready · February 2015

I'm 19 and 15.5 weeks pregnant with a baby boy! My husband and I did plan this pregnancy and we are SO excited to be parents-to-be!

joshi1214 · February 2015

I'm 19 and I am 17 weeks pregnant Super excited about my baby

taee1020 · February 2015

I'm 20 and almost 16 weeks pregnant. My boyfriend and I are super excited and crossing fingers for a little boy

chelsea13elyse · February 2015

I'm 23 currently and will be 24 by the time baby is here. This is my second, I got pregnant at age 20 and had DS by 21. It's definitely hard to be a young mama especially dealing with judgement from other people (even though I was married already). Also being the first of my friends and family to get married and have a baby. It definitely alienates you a little bit because they're able to go do whatever they want and that's not always possible with a baby.

biaromoy · February 2015

Hello young mummies, I'm (newly) 19 and 17 weeks and 5 days. Here in Australia I was lucky enough to be offered a place in a young mothers midwifery group by the hospital where I'm giving birth. I get my own midwife all through my pregnancy (I met her yesterday), she will be the one delivering my baby and will offer help after bubby is born, oh all of this is bulk billed so no cost to me or hubby at all.

aron15 · February 2015

I am 33 and a mother of a 15 y.o and a new born due in july. Does that count?

July152015 · February 2015

I got pregnant at 13 second at 14 i am on my third at 21 and couldn't be any happier...Faith is now 7 Mya is 6 birthdays are in may and june and this one July!! I'm blessed. ❤