[Pregnant]

Hi I'm 16 and just found out I was pregnant. I am with the father and told him tonight.I haven't told my parents, and really am scared to. We have no money and I have no job. I need some help and advice what to do? I am not giving the baby up what so ever. Is there any way I can get help finacially also?

[HEATHERMOMOF4]

Hi sweetheart my name is Heather and I am 22 yrs old with 4 children my oldest child is 5 it is not easy and whatever qustions you may have don't be afraid to ask... I'm not going to tell you its easy cause its not but first thing first go down to umos or maximus and ask about the w2 program and go from there

[justcurious55]

I'd say first thing first is tell your parents, then go look into financial programs. And start filling out job applications. And have your boyfriend start filling out job applications. There's a link that someone on here has posted before to help you calculate how much having a baby costs. I'll try to find it in case they don't come by here and post it.
Talking to your parents is the most important thing. As scary as that is, you need their support. It might be easier for you to talk to your mom first. Or maybe if you have an older sister, talk to her first and have her there with you to tell your parents. However you decide to do it, it needs to be done asap.

[justcurious55]

The real cost of raising a baby | BabyCenter
Here's that link. I suggest you look at it.

[J_9]

Hi sweetheart my name is Heather and i am 22 yrs old with 4 children my oldest child is 5 it is not easy and whatever qustions you may have dont be afraid to ask............ i'm not going to tell you its easy cause its not but first thing first go down to umos or maximus and ask about the w2 program and go from there

What's Umos or Maxiums? What's W2?

Remember this is a worldwide website... not all countries have these programs.

[ScottGem]

Yes the first thing you do is tell your parents. And I am going to add the lecture that you should have thought of this before engaging in sex. NO ONE should engage in sexual intercourse unless they are prepared to have a baby.

You will need to contact the local social or family services agency in your area. They can advise you about programs to help teenage mothers. Such programs are available depending on circumstances.

You also need to deal with one other factor. Depending on the age of consent laws and the age of your boyfriend, its possible he could be prosecuted for statutory rape.