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Old Nov 19, 2011, 10:09 AM
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I hope that you get some responses from people around your age.I don't really know what to say....but babies of course are a huge responsibility as you know. They also don't stay babies for long. The grow up.You are thinking of you,...wanting something to give you a purpose, and something to feel positive about.....boy I certainly understand that, however babies want things that you may not be ready to give...like 24 hour care and putting all your needs aside..all of them!

How about volunteering at the church nursery, the hospital or a day care setting. I know it does not sound like having your own baby but it might help. It will give you a purpose and you will feel needed.

You also have to consider the boyfriend. He would freak out. It takes two to make and care for a baby. He is not ready if he is also only 16 and he will resent you so if you get pregnant now. It will be a way of getting rid of him for sure. I do not think you want that.

I am so sorry that life makes you feel not needed and wanting to care for another soul for a purpose. I bet though you can find ways to feel needed like I have suggested.

Good luck and thinking of you!!

Hugs;
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