Being a teen mom was the best thing that happened to me

[Anonymous 1]

I know most people shame teen moms, but I just wanted to point out that circumstances are sometimes different. In my situation, it made my life so much better. I had a terrible home life. I never met my dad, and my mom was a drug addict who was always sleeping at boyfriends' homes and leaving me to fend for myself. I was severely depressed and had no treatment, and I felt most days like I didn't want to continue. Then I got pregnant, and I thought how much worse can my life keep getting, but having my daughter changed my life completely.

She gave me a reason to live and a reason to be responsible. I wanted to be the best mom I could for her, so I got my high school diploma and then went to college to get an Associate's degree. We are doing very well now, and I just think sometimes what might've happened if I didn't have her. It just got me thinking when I read the post about whether you'd want to go back in time and still have kids. It scares me to think where I'd be without her.

[Anonymous 2]

I had my children when I was a responsible, financially secure adult. That is a much better situation for the child than having a teen mom with an unstable home life that’s unlikely to get herself together. I’m glad it worked out for you, but it often doesn’t work out so well.

[Anonymous 1]

I had my children when I was a responsible, financially secure adult. That is a much better situation for the child than having a teen mom with an unstable home life that’s unlikely to get herself together. I’m glad it worked out for you, but it often doesn’t work out so well.

I am aware it often doesn't work out well, and it's not something I would encourage or glorify. It was by no means an ideal situation to bring a child into the world, but it truly did turn my life around and give me a reason to be responsible. I don't even want to imagine what may have happened otherwise. I was in a very dark place, and my daughter brought so much joy and purpose to me.

[Baconqueen13]

Here's a cookie.

[Valentina327]

I know most people shame teen moms, but I just wanted to point out that circumstances are sometimes different. In my situation, it made my life so much better. I had a terrible home life. I never met my dad, and my mom was a drug addict who was always sleeping at boyfriends' homes and leaving me to fend for myself. I was severely depressed and had no treatment, and I felt most days like I didn't want to continue. Then I got pregnant, and I thought how much worse can my life keep getting, but having my daughter changed my life completely.

She gave me a reason to live and a reason to be responsible. I wanted to be the best mom I could for her, so I got my high school diploma and then went to college to get an Associate's degree. We are doing very well now, and I just think sometimes what might've happened if I didn't have her. It just got me thinking when I read the post about whether you'd want to go back in time and still have kids. It scares me to think where I'd be without her.

That's beautiful momma❤

[Anonymous 1]

I know most people shame teen moms, but I just wanted to point out that circumstances are sometimes different. In my situation, it made my life so much better. I had a terrible home life. I never met my dad, and my mom was a drug addict who was always sleeping at boyfriends' homes and leaving me to fend for myself. I was severely depressed and had no treatment, and I felt most days like I didn't want to continue. Then I got pregnant, and I thought how much worse can my life keep getting, but having my daughter changed my life completely.

She gave me a reason to live and a reason to be responsible. I wanted to be the best mom I could for her, so I got my high school diploma and then went to college to get an Associate's degree. We are doing very well now, and I just think sometimes what might've happened if I didn't have her. It just got me thinking when I read the post about whether you'd want to go back in time and still have kids. It scares me to think where I'd be without her.

That's beautiful momma❤

Thank you, you are such a sweetheart.

[Anonymous 3]

I'm glad it worked out for you but who paid for your housing, schooling, utilities, food, diapers, and health insurance for those few years?

[Fullxbusymom]

Glad to hear it had such a happy outcome. Merry Christmas and I hope you guys continue to thrive.

[Anonymous 1]

I'm glad it worked out for you but who paid for your housing, schooling, utilities, food, diapers, and health insurance for those few years?

I was still living at my house at that point. I got a scholarship for school and some financial aid. In terms of other expenses, I was working, and so was my boyfriend. His family also contributed to the baby expenses.

[Anonymous 1]

Glad to hear it had such a happy outcome. Merry Christmas and I hope you guys continue to thrive.

Thank you! Merry Christmas to you and yours too.