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[Krissy]

Hi
Im 19 and my partner and I have decided to have a baby (well we decided 5 mnoths ago and still trying) and i was just wondering if anyone had any thoughts on a good age to start a family. My mother was only young when she had me so i know how hard it can be but there is a big age gap between 15 and 19 my partner and I have been together for 3 and a half years and living together for the past year we both have great jobs and financially stable so i cant see the problem. But i cant help but worry about what other people will say and how they will react to becoming a parent at only 19.

Krystal

[Skadi]

Hey I'm Jemma, 19 and have a 5 month old.


I don't think that there is any "right" age to start a family. It's when you are ready and by the sounds of things you sound ready...you and your partner are both keen on the idea, you've been in a long term relationship...don't go seeking other peoples approval. If you are really ready you will know and just go for it..

[Narelle]

Hi Krystal!
I'm 27 and sometimes I think wow am I really ready for this!
I think everyone is different and if you and your partner feel ready then I say go for it! and don't worry about what people might think it's none of their business!
Good Luck! :)

[ktmg82]

Hello
im Katie and im 31 weeks pregnant with a little boy. im 22 now but have wabted this for as long as i can remember. I was always the little girl pushing the doll pram around! I have been lucky enough to find someone who wants it as much as i do and i have wonderful family support. If you think you are ready then go for it. There isnt a 'right' time. Im sure you will bring a beautiful little person into this world! good luck!
Katie :)

[mumof2girls]

Hi Krystal;

I had my children when I was 21 & 23 and I'm glad I did, I find that by the time I'm 40 (which is still young) the children are usually off doing their own thing and I am still young enough to do other things in life.

There is no "real age" that is good at having a baby, just because you are 19 it doesn't mean you are going to be a "bad" mother, it also means that just because you hit 30 it means you are going to be a "great" mother. It has to depend on how stable your relationship is with your partner and whether or not you both want this. It sounds like you have discussed this and both seem ready so go for it!