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I'm 16 and pregnat my boyfriend is 18 with one kid already. We've been on and off for 3 1/2 years. I'm so not ready for this. My parents don't know yet. But I play all kinds of sports and already have a full ride to college. I honestly don't know what to do with myself. My whole life is ruined. I couldn't live with myself with abortion, or adoption. Can I have some advice to get me more comfortable with this kind of stuff. Thanks if you can!

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Honestly, if you aren't ready, you will be. Your life isn't ruined and some people would kill to have the ability to have a child. Yes, it will be hard. Some people are ready at different times. 6 months into your pregnancy, you may wake up realize that it's everything you've ever wanted. Also know that if you really don't want to bring a baby into this world right now, abortion does not make you a terrible person. I was pregnant at 16, I had a miscarriage. My boyfriend's mother  (at the time boyfriend) told me that when she was younger she's had to do both, raise a child she couldn't handle and gave one up. She told me that no matter what she would be there for me but it was my decision. Write a list of pros and cons of having a baby and having an abortion. It will open your eyes a ton. I wish you all the luck in the world, and even if you aren't spiritual, you are in my prayers.(:

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