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Teenage Pregnancy
Teenage pregnancy is when a woman under 20 gets pregnant. It usually refers to teens between the ages of 15-19. But it can include girls as young as 10. It's also called teen pregnancy or adolescent pregnancy.
Medical Risks for Teenage Pregnancy
Teens are at a higher risk for pregnancy-related high blood pressure and its complications than average age mothers. Preeclampsia (Severe High Blood Pressure) can also harm the kidneys or even be fatal for mother or baby. Risks for the baby include ...
Options Regarding Pregnancy
Your doctor/nurse should discuss all options with you regarding your pregnancy, including: Abortion, or ending the pregnancy medically Adoption, or giving birth and Legally permitting someone else to raise your child Giving birth and raising the ...
How to Avoid Teenage Pregnancy?
Long-acting reversible contraception - the implant or intra uterine device (IUD) Hormonal contraception - the pill or the Depo Provera injection Barrier methods - Female or Male condoms Emergency contraception; Emergency contraceptive pill (ECP) also ...
How Does Teenage Pregnancy Affect Males?
Fathering a child as a teenager can be a frightening and life-changing event. Teen fathers don’t have to worry about the health implications of pregnancy and childbirth, but they could face similar difficulties staying in school and earning a living. ...