Kids Having Kids: Teenage Pregnancy
Kids Having Kids: Teenage Pregnancy
One of the most beautiful things in life that a person could experience is having a child. There is an unspeakable bond between the parent and the child, which starts as early as the time they first hear about being pregnant. This is true, but it is good to have everything in place when you have a child such as finding the right partner, having a good job, and stable finances. The truth is that things don’t always go according to plan, and there are some consequences that you would have to learn to deal with. Whatever the case may be, only one thing is clear- teenage pregnancy is the result of voluntary or involuntary sexual activity. Teenage pregnancy affects the teenager, the baby, and society. These effects of teenage pregnancy could prove to be catastrophic if not dealt with the right way.
Teenage pregnancy poses a great danger for the mother, as the teenage body is often still premature to handle the pressures and demands of a maternal condition. The adolescent’s body is stressed as it accommodates the growth of the teen and the infant within. Her abdomen begins to stretch and her breasts begin to produce milk. These drastic changes to her appearance could lead to depression and anxiety. Some teens may need to change their lifestyle to improve their chances of having a healthy baby. Eating unhealthy foods, drinking, smoking, and using drugs during pregnancy could increase health risks during pregnancy. Teens are more likely to smoke during pregnancy than women over age 25 (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). According to the National Center for Health Statistics, teens are least likely of all maternal age groups to get early and regular prenatal care. A teenage mother is at greater risk than women over age 20 for pregnancy complications, such as premature labor, anemia, and high blood pressure (American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists).
The health and health-related behavior of teen
One of the most beautiful things in life that a person could experience is having a child. There is an unspeakable bond between the parent and the child, which starts as early as the time they first hear about being pregnant. This is true, but it is good to have everything in place when you have a child such as finding the right partner, having a good job, and stable finances. The truth is that things don’t always go according to plan, and there are some consequences that you would have to learn to deal with. Whatever the case may be, only one thing is clear- teenage pregnancy is the result of voluntary or involuntary sexual activity. Teenage pregnancy affects the teenager, the baby, and society. These effects of teenage pregnancy could prove to be catastrophic if not dealt with the right way.
Teenage pregnancy poses a great danger for the mother, as the teenage body is often still premature to handle the pressures and demands of a maternal condition. The adolescent’s body is stressed as it accommodates the growth of the teen and the infant within. Her abdomen begins to stretch and her breasts begin to produce milk. These drastic changes to her appearance could lead to depression and anxiety. Some teens may need to change their lifestyle to improve their chances of having a healthy baby. Eating unhealthy foods, drinking, smoking, and using drugs during pregnancy could increase health risks during pregnancy. Teens are more likely to smoke during pregnancy than women over age 25 (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). According to the National Center for Health Statistics, teens are least likely of all maternal age groups to get early and regular prenatal care. A teenage mother is at greater risk than women over age 20 for pregnancy complications, such as premature labor, anemia, and high blood pressure (American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists).
The health and health-related behavior of teen
Cited: Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. 2007. Web. 05 Nov 10. Hoffman, Saul D. “By the Numbers: The Public Costs of Teen Childbearing.” The National Campaign(2006): 10-24