hi, im 16 and pregnant i would like the baby but i always wanted to make something of my life. i wanted to go to college and then to university and get a decent job. my mum said that if i keep the baby then how was i expecting to do these things. i was just wondering would i still be able to have the life i always wanted or me having a baby before i reach this prevent me from acheiving this? can some help me please?

Hi,
I was a single parent at 19 with two children under the age of 2. I always wanted to make something of my life, I had plans of being successful in a career and travelling. Trust me it can be done, it takes a lot of hard work and determination, and at the end of the day it is your choice. I'm now 38 and my eldest is 21 and the youngest 19 years old, I'm still young enough to do what I always wanted, for example I'm studying law with the open university, after already completing a certificate in social science, so a few more years I will be graduating with a law degree. I got married to a lovely man 4 years ago and we bought a house together, our future plan is to move to New Zealand and retire in about 15 years. So I don't believe your life is over, but I can say it won't be an easy ride, trust me.
Have a look at the Open University website and have a browse at all their courses and the website will also have details of financial assistance, so you could still get your degree without having to go to university as with the OU you study in your own time but there are deadlines and assignments, and even exams but make sure you have all the information you need before making any decisions on enroling on a course.
As for having the baby, only you can make that choice. Life is what you make it, and it isn't over it's just begining. Take care.

you can have your baby and do things later when you are older if your mum will help you if you dont keep it you might regret it more surely sombody will help you out i was 16 but i was married with alot of help think what is best for you and what you can live with good luck

I had my first baby at 14 and then went on to have my second at 17. Your life is not over. I have done more college courses than most people of my age. (now 21) I drive I own my own house work. It will only stop you if you let it. If you keep goals in mind you will be fine

sam

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