A pregnancy is a happy surprise for many couples, however when the news arrives for a couple of teenagers, the perspective changes.
In that case, both young people and parents face a difficult reality. Sometimes she drops out of school, and he is required to “respond”, to work to support the child that is about to come.
Faced with this reality, parents must establish a clear and affective communication. That allows them to reach the best solutions to avoid family reproach or visualize pregnancy as an irresponsible act or a punishment. Welcoming with open arms a young girl who feels alone and insecure in such a situation will never be lust or debauchery.
The key is not to be victims or executioners, we should not blame, in front of a pregnant teenager, scolding or laments are of little help. If the pregnancy is desired, the only thing left to do is to support the pregnant woman so that this stage -with a body that has not yet completed its development- goes by with the least health risks and emotional and psychological affectations.
From another perspective, beyond social beliefs, abortion is a right. Forcing a pregnancy based on morality and not on the physical and mental health of the minor. Brings serious consequences for her and for the baby.
Having a child should also not mean the beginning or the end of a relationship. Forcing adolescents to get married, form a home and take on responsibilities they are not yet capable of dealing with on their own makes things worse. Much has been said about the harm of growing up without a father or a mother. But, in these cases, little is said about the consequences of forced family cohabitation.
The truth is that preventing pregnancy at this stage of life is not only crucial to the well-being of young mothers. Also has broad implications for families, society and the economy.
Sex education is an essential tool to address this problem. It is up to us to guide adolescents toward healthy and responsible sexuality. Teach them, both at home and at school, that sex should be a healthy, consensual and safe practice.
With information from Rosemary Santos/Journalism Student
Translated by Aliani Rojas Fernández
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