Is it weird that what I want the most is to get pregnant although I'm 16? (Page 2)
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not weird, but emotional, and not rational. times past, people start having families around your age. not a good idea til you are established financially.
I'd examine the motive... like is it because you want to be loved? If so, that's not the solution.
I think every woman that carries maternal instincts and love wants a child. This is a normal thing. However you should make sure the timing is right for you and your future, especially one with a baby in it. I'm almost 32 and never married with no children. Yes I do want a child that won't change, for me specifically I want to have it with the right person. I'm not religious but I do believe in forces that can shape a destiny and I believe that it will happen when the universe says it's time. Don't be in a rush relish in the time you have... Trust me you'll really miss those holiday/seasonal breaks and summer vacations. In a couple years you won't have them anymore. That's my thoughts on it but it is a decision only you can solely make.
No, that's not weird at all. You're at the age where you're being bombarded with hormones and instincts demanding that you breed. That's completely normal and all living creatures experience it. Though I'd advise not to act on that instinct. Our current system would punish that rather severely. Wait until you're older, independent, and financially stable.
It's not weird. It's just that at your age, it would be near impossible and incredibly irresponsible to do so. You have no way to take care of a child nor any of the life skills needed to be a parent. Your body wants it, your heart may want it, but you must use your brain and realize that until you're old enough and capable of raising a child and having that enormous responsibility, you must hold off. Birth control is a must until you're physically and resourcefully prepared to take that on.
Nah, baby fever is common. Just don't entrap some poor guy. If you want a baby YOU, need to be able to support and care for it, don't expect it to be your personal meal ticket (my sister is like that) If you expect to just have a baby and live rent free and collect, you're not mature enough to be a mother.
Nothing wrong with wanting to have a child and be a mum. In my opinion 16 is a bit young to become one but there are many many young parents out there. Just try to think about how you're going to take care of a baby: do you have any support like family and do you've money? That's the biggest hurdle for young parents.
Beyond. Give yourself time to actually fully grow and mature into adulthood. You're just not ready.
And consider giving your future child an actual family, instead of trying to be a mom AND a dad. They just do a LOT better having both.
This means you have to actually DATE and find a quality man.
The nausea, fatigue, joint pains, constipation, insomnia among other side effects.
Being physically, emotionally and financially responsible for another life 24/7, and if doing it as a single mum you'll have no respite. Constant nappies, feeding, winding, cleaning, washing, tidying.
Buy a puppy, see how you get on with that responsibility
No, biologically it would be the right time.
Doesn't sound like a good idea though.
Most likely would become a single mother too, as guys aren't very reliable at that age, especially the ones willing to make a child at that age.
Have you talked to your parents or some other 35 plus person about this? Please do if you can, nothing to be ashamed of, getting some guidance.
I hear women have a chemical/hormone that makes them want babies. Being a man I can't imagine anyone wanting to have one knowing what comes with it but I guess you may have a higher than average dose of it if your this young and the notion is this strong in you.
This is totally normal. Whats not normal is our sick society where everyones going to judge you and call you a loser and look down on you if you dont get a career or education. If you really want to do it, find a man at least a bit older who works and is responsible and go do it.
“Weird” is Not the word I would use, but you need to rethink getting pregnant at 16. You are a Baby yourself and do Not need to be raising another baby. If you want a baby to have someone to love you, start with Loving Yourself and Enjoying this time in your Life!
It’s normal to have baby fever but it would be unwise to actually go through with it at 16. Your child that you have one day deserves to have you as a mother when you are ready.
Having a child comes with mega responsibilities. Which you probably can’t provide without your parents help.
Wait till you can provide a stable environment. Roof over your heads. Food on the table. Insurance for you and the child.
Finally, not have to live on assistance from the taxpayers!
it will be hormonal but just because your body is telling you it can now have kids it doesn't mean it would be a wise move at your age
Those are just your raging hormones at that age. Nothing weird about it. What matters is that you're not going to ruin your life by actually getting married. You're far from ready.
It’s less what you want and more a baby having a stable parent who is mature and capable (mentally and financially) of caring for it. At sixteen nobody has their own life together yet.
It is not weird to have the desire to bear children. That is very normal. However, it is in your interest to wait until you are a bit older and can start a family with a man who is committed to you.
This right here... Your heart and the hormones are screaming "I want a baby!". But make sure your brain stays in the loop and wait until you're ready. Nobody sane says " I want a baby that I will struggle to feed, or that I can't give a safe home to." Your body doesn't know if you can or can't care for that baby after it's born. Wait until you can give that child it's best life.
@KrisPW well said. What surprises me is how many people think the urge to have children is unnatural, when it is the most natural of urges. Our bodies are adapted to a time when lifespan was short and people were mature enough to provide for themselves by the time they were in their teens. Our circumstances have changed but our bodies are more or less the same.
if you want to have a child then make it a goal for the future and work hard towards it. that means, taking your education seriously and working on your career so you can provide for your kid
no. being pregnant is awesome.
it the taking care of a baby for the next 26 years (used to be 18 years) is the hard part, especially as a single mom.