How to Be a Good Teen Mom

Teen moms have an especially difficult role raising a child because they are too young to be fully independent and are usually still in school. To be a good teen mom, you need a lot of dedication and commitment to taking care of both yourself and your baby. Even without a good support network of family or friends, you can be a good teen mom.

Instructions

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      Prepare before your baby arrives. Take parenting classes. Read pregnancy and parenting books. Ask your family or friends with children to give you advice.

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      Stay in school once you have your baby. Teenage mothers often don't finish their education because of the responsibilities of having baby. This hurts both you and your baby's future.

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      Seek governmental assistance. Contact your local human services office to see what the government can offer you. Programs for child care, groceries and even special grants for college are common for teen moms.

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      Let your family and friends help but don't rely on them completely. Part of growing up and being a good mother is becoming independent.

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      Exercise and take care of yourself. Maintain your body so you'll be active and healthy for your baby.

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      Bring your baby to the doctor for regular checkups. In the early stages of child development, it's important to catch any potential problems before they get worse.

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