Being bashed on for being 23 and pregnant!! :(

Good luck yo you!
You are fabulous to not have an abortion - this little life loves you for that!
I was 25, my daughter in law is 22 and my niece is also 22 when we had our first babies.
Any chance of getting married though??
All the very best,

Baby Girl, You are pregnant for 9 months for a reason...it's called maternal instincts. As long as your priorities are straight, you educate yourself about parenting skills, and you are always putting your child first before anyone and anything, being 23 isn't a curse. I had 2 children by 22 and both have Autism. I work a full time government job, became the first home owner in 4 generations, Im an Autism activist and my next goal is complete my degree. If I could tell you to do anything, it would be to complete school. Don't let anyone look down on you because half of them aren't doing so great themselves. You worry about you and your baby now.

Hi i had my daughter when i was 21 and my son at 25, it was the best decision ever - you will do a fab job and be a fantastic mum xx

the thing is, i am unemployed now.. but JUST started going back to school. I am scared I won't make it but I know I would NEVER go through abortion.

Trust me your mother instincts will kick in and go into overdrive. You will find anyway possible to make sure your child has everything he or she needs. It will be hard no doubt but you can do it. Now is the time to make sure all your priorities are in line because if not they will be in 9 months or less ;-). Keep your head up you can do it!

I had my first child at 20, second at 22 and third at 26. By the time I was 44, all three were out of the house! I now have grandchilden and am young enough and fit enough to play with them! I wouldn't change anything.

^^^^This!!! Isn't it wonderful having them young! By the time they are out of the house we're still young enough to enjoy life to the fullest!!!!!

By the time I was your age I had two boys and was pregnant with my third. It would have been better for you to be married first but it doesn't mean you can't be a great mom. I applaud you for not being willing to kill your baby because of bad timing. Don't worry about the opinions of others, the only one we truly answer to is God. Hang in there!

I was 20 years old when I had my son. He will be 9 years old this year. Has it been easy? Nah. Has it been rewarding? Aboslutely! Motherhood is definitely a challenge at times. No matter how old you are, no matter what your financial situation is, no matter if it's your first child or your tenth child. But it is something I am beyond thankful for, and I wouldn't change a thing. I never wanted kids. I have always loved kids, but I was a very selfish person and I KNEW it. However, I got married at 19 years old, and 7 months later, we found out I was pregnant. 5 years later, we were divorced, so I have been a single mom for the last 4-1/2 years. We definitely have been through a lot, but I could not imagine my life without my son in it now. He is an amazing child who has changed my life completely, and for the better! I wish you the best

A friend of mine became a mother for the first time at 15. She worked her butt off and moved up the ladder doing telemarketing and now has an amazing lifestyle as well as two more beautiful children. She only just turned 30.

There is nothing wrong with being a "young" mom. My mother had me at 23 and she did an amazing job. It's all in how you decide to be a mom to your child. There are great young moms and there are terrible ones just as there are great and terrible moms in their 40s.

I think people are more concerned that being a parent does force you to grow up and 23 is considered to be so much younger today since many 23 year olds are still in college and college life is not very baby friendly. At 23 my mother had been working full time in a bank for 5 years; she had vacation time and benefits like medical insurance. But you can do it and you can be good at it.

First thing is identify your support system (family and friends you know will help you out emotionally and financially because you will need it.) Anybody who you think is being unsupportive, let them know they are being unhelpful and that you need them more now than ever. Those that don't get it will hopefully come around when you have that cute baby! Those that don't...pfft, you don't need them.

Remember one thing, if you are stressed and upset during your pregnancy it can affect your baby. Try to get as much support from the supportive people that you can and surround yourself with love and be happy, you're having a baby! Congrats!

Congratulations!!!!! Don't worry about what other people think. I had my children quite young. I was 18 when my son was born, and 21 when my daughter was born. I still went to college, climbed the corporate ladder, had fun growing up with them, and loved my life very much!!! I am an empty nester now, at the age of 41.

You will be great!

I don't think your too young at all. Maybe if you were 16? Different story. I also find it admirable that you are going back to school so you can give your child a great life. Good for you.

My mum was 23 when she got me. Don't worry!

Oh and congratulations!

I had my son at 19, best choice of my life. Who wants to try to chase a 2 yr od at age 35? When you are young you.have more energy to play with your child. It will make you grow up too. Good luck hun,.add me if you want to. Sometimes pele are critical but just show them you can be young and a good parent.

I had my daughter when I was 19 and my son when I was 20. It isn't ideal, but everybody lives their own life.

I finished college after I had my kids (divorced with 2 babies when I was 21). My daughter is 18 now and my son is 17. They are very well adjusted, I'm happy that I'm young enough to enjoy some of the same music and movies that they do. I would say my kids are far more responsible than most other kids their age.

I had very supportive parents, it would have been a lot tougher without them.

I was married at 21 and I got pregnant at 23 and then 24. We had people roll their eyes or tell us we were too young but we couldn't be happier. Life happens, and you will be surprised how much you have in you and as long as you try your hardest you will be a great mother and provide a happy life for the little one.

I was 18 when I got pregnant with my first.. I was 26 when I was pregnant with my second... Congrats and best of wishes.

Continue with school since your boyfriend is being supportive.. I was laid off when I was 3 months pregnant with my first. To be honest now your considered a liability to companies due to the pregnancy. Go to school while you have the chance now. I waited.. I wish I would have gone then. Instead I'm due to start school in August. Much harder now than it would have been then..

Good Luck and enjoy your blessing.