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don't say why you want to have a baby. I hope it is not because
you want to keep your boyfriend or because you think he'll love
you more once you have his child. These are the wrong reasons
to have a baby, at any age.
I
think you'll be making a big mistake if you have a baby when
you're so young. Your body is probably not fully grown and
is still too small to carry a baby. This can cause you and
your baby lots of problems during pregnancy and childbirth,
and may even affect your health in the future. Besides, you
have your whole life ahead of you. Why limit yourself to washing
nappies and looking after crying babies at your age? Rather
wait a few years. Talk to your aunt or any other adult you
respect to help you not fall pregnant. If you and your
boyfriend are serious about each other, a few more baby-free
years will be good for you both.
Auntie Stella
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action
points
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Find
out more about the medical dangers of teenage pregnancy.
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For
both sexes - Spend at least 24 hours with someone who
is looking after a baby full-time.
Write
down all the things they have to do, and how much rest
they get.
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Make
a list of all the things you want to do before you have
children.
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