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TEEN PREGNANCY  

Your child will find lots of information about sex online, in books, on the television and in books and magazines. The information they find may not be correct or age appropriate. Giving them the correct information is essential to their wellbeing.

Nikol Hasler's "Midwest Teen Sex Show" mixes humor, sarcasm and frank (but questionable) talk about teen sex.

The debate over teen pregnancy has now engulfed the town of Gloucester, Mass, after the discovery of a "pregnancy pact" by 17 high school students who are now pregnant.

Canton, Ohio is known to have one of the highest teen pregnancy rates in the nation. An interview with Joanne Green of Planned Parenthood puts perspective on this issue, as well as discusses options to reduce this rate and educate both teens and parents.

After doing my daily reading, I discovered on ThinkGirl (thinkgirl.net), a womens-issue news website that I am involved in, that U.S. teen pregnancy has declined.

This article examines the causes behind teen pregnancy and offers help for parents to win the fight against it.

In an effort to control and prevent teen pregnancy, many schools are implementing new concepts in health class, including the initiative known as "Postponing Sexual Involvement", PSI.

Recently, 17 girls became pregnant at Gloucester High School in Masschusetts. Coincidentally, many past, current and upcoming media events focus on teen pregnancy.

Why is teen pregnancy so wide spread and prevalent? Why aren't the current methods of birth control working?What is it with the teen youth? Once again why is teen pregnancy so common?

Times have changed, and pregnancy rates have changed with them. However, we have to look at what is meant by today's statistical teen pregnancy.

Teen pregnancy has been an issue for decades. These days though kids are surrounded by sex even more than their parents were as teenagers. As a parent you need to find a way to explain to your children the results of sex, and how it will effect their lives

With teen pregnancy becoming almost trendy, how can you explain to your teen that what she sees in the media isn't real?

A serious look at the consequences of teen pregnancies.

The movie Juno chonicles the life of a pregnant teen. This movie provides the perfect conversation starter for parents to start talking to their teens about teen pregnancy.

Although teenage pregnancy has declined a total of 35% from 1991 to 2005, teenage pregnancy is still an issue that needs to be kept in the public eye.

Sex education in school's.

"Don't have sex!" "Wear a condom"

My rant and rave about my favorite daytime soap, "One Life to Live." Teenage character Starr Manning has recently found out that she is pregnant. Some fans think that this storyline was a mistake. Others (like me) think that this is a storyline that shouldn't be ignored.

teen pregnancy and influencing children

As teenage pregnancy continues to be prevalent in the United States, many healthcare professionals continue to reach out to teenage mothers in an effort to provide education in the risks of alcohol consumption when pregnant. This is an overview of FAS.

Thanks to the recent announcement of Jamie Lynn Spear's pregnancy, many parents have had to have conversations with their tweens and teens about pregnancy and sex. Talking to children about these topics can prove to be scary and a difficult task, but it doesn't have to be.

The growing rates of pregnancy among teens seems to rise with the more hours parents are working.

What happened? One minute she was a tween icon dream girl, the next, a teen mom seemingly following in the footsteps of troubled older sister Britney Spears.

Suggestions to help prevent teenage pregnancy.

Teenage pregnancy is down and everyone has an opinion as to why.

The United States teen pregnancy rate is twice Great Britain's rate and 15 times the rate in Japan according to statistics provided by S.I.E.C.U.S. (Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States).

After the recent rumors that Jamie Lynn Spears' show Zoey 101 will be cancelled, many parents are finding themselves struggling with very hard questions. How do I tell my child? What do I tell my child?

Teen pregnancy needs more awareness these days.

All along, I've always thought that if teen girls usually dated younger boys, the teen pregnancy rate would be significantly lower. Seems like all those "more mature" older boys want to do is boss a younger girl around and have sex.

What is the most effective way of educating teens about sexual health and safety? This article reviews the current debates over sex education in our public high schools.

She meant well. So did my dad. But my parents' approach to sexuality was ridden with discomfort and fear. My dad couldn't even say the word much less talk about it.

An increasingly greater number of teen mothers and fathers are choosing to keep their child. With the support of community outreach centers, these young parents benefit from parenting classes early in the pregnancy and soon after childbirth.

This article explores the idea of flushable condoms and how they could prevent teen pregnancies and STD's.

Fourteen-year-old girls are not ready to be mothers. Yet they fall pregnant. What are their lives like? What choices do they have, and how will they effect their lives forever?

Teenage pregnancy is a major problem in today's society.

Teenage pregnancy in Texas and the Brazos Valley is reviewed.

I'd previously covered the upcoming debate about this show and the surge of movies and television programs focusing on teenage pregnancy. So is the hype about Baby Borrowers justified or not.

Are you aware of how many teens, ages ranging from 12 to 18 are walking around you with a STD? DO you know about the ones who want babies at age 12? No, I am not talking talk show entertainment; I am talking about your teenager, my teenager any teenager.

For many teenage girls, an unwanted or unplanned pregnancy may be hidden for many months, leading to adverse social and personal health issues.

Planning a baby shower for a pregnant teen can be awkward, but knowing the rules going in can make providing the expectant mom and the new baby with a good start in life much easier, even if the timing's off a bit.

A look into abortion and teen mothers.

A look at a recent advertisement bearing the JCPenney name that promotes teenage sex.

An article about Nikol Hasler and her method of getting teens to talk openly about sex. The importance of getting teens to communicate with parents about all the issues they face is more important than ever.

The teenage years can be glorious as well as reckless, for parents teenage years seem to be more reckless than glorious, this is the time when teens get into much trouble,

I was 19 when I had my first daughter. I was terrified, alone, and had no money. Here is the story of how I got through.

During a Good Morning America exclusive interview one of the Gloucester pregnant teens speaks up about the pact.

Important Issues Parents should talk about with their Kids or Pre-teens. Mother of Teenager and Online Parenting Counselor gives advice on how to address uncomfortable subjects in an open and honest Manner.

A walk through the dictionary, some web postings, and some resources and references.

When we think of kids at risk for unwanted pregnancies, we think of trouble makers. The truth is, though, that this image is entirely inaccurate. Honor roll students with perfect behavior are coming to their parents with news of their pregnancies every day.

Where to find and information about the most asked for game modifications and custom content for The Sims 2 game.

A racy comedic sex educator gives a seminar wt West Virginia University. He hit topics ranging from teen pregnancy, to wacky contraception methods, to stamina building techniques.

My feelings and thoughts on teenage pregnancy and some personal facts as well as statistical information on the subject.

While never recommended, and very difficult, a teen pregnancy is not the end of the world.

The rate of teenagers, ages 15-19, having children rose 3% in 2006.

Teen sex dating advice helps teen discover their sexuality in a proper manner and keeps them out of the harms way lest they may be sexually exploited.

The ups and downs of teen pregnancy and legal myths.

A story of ways to prevent teen pregnancy and what to do if you do get pregnant.

A new teen hobby includes a thing called, Rainbow Parties. This is the shocking reality of teen life.

Teen sexuality. Argument that media does influence teen sexuality.

Drugs, sex, violence, psychological disorders... This is only the beginning of a truly distressing life story.

if safe sex is not making a big enough impact, maybe a reality show about teen pregnancy will send a message

OK Magazines front page story this week is of Jamie Lynn Spears and her new baby. Is the glorification of teen pregnancy a good idea?

This piece addresses pregnancy and parenting myths for women over 35.

As a teen, it may seem enjoyable to be wild and free. You may draw a lot of attention, but this attention, more than likely, is the wrong kind of attention. Sure, you're going to be popular if your behavior is similar to the "Girls Gone Wild" videos.

Sex education is no longer enough. Teaching kids about contraceptives, and promoting abstinence are not effective tools to combat the issues of teen pregnancy that the adolescence of today face.

Teen pregnancy is an unfortunate situation, but when it happens, there isn't much you can do to change the facts. So be prepared to help your daughter in her time of need, and get educated about teen pregnancy.

A look at the epidemic of sexually transmitted diseases in teen girls

Every time I see the commercial for the new NBC reality show I want to scream. A young girl with an outstanding voice gets voted off during casting calls. The reason they give her is because she's too young...is that the real reason?

You can't leave sex education up to the schools alone and you've got to make sure that both parents are in sync with the message they are sending. And don't end the conversation with "the first time."

This article is about the irresponsibility of today's young celebrities and how it contributes to the corruption of the youths who idolize them.

At the age of sixteen, seven months into a relationship, I made the decision that every mother and father dreads their teen making: the decision to have sex.

Teens should learn all they can about birth control,to avoid an unplanned pregnancy

Teen pregnancy is a widespread concern for thousands across the world. Girls as young as 5 years old have been reported pregnant- and most cases involve incest or molestation.

A short article on dealing with teen pregnancy.

School officials discovered a pregnancy pact among many of the 17 pregnant girls at this small Gloucester, Massachusetts school.

For girls involved in a teen pregnancy, education is important to the health of the newborn, especially in terms of the risk for asphyxia neonatorum.

Political rhetoric has done nothing to stem the increasing problems faced by youths and families in today's society. The real, long-term answers may well be outdoors.

A positive advisory article for pregnant teens.

Teens are far too young and immature to have and carry a child full term.

Parents who are aware of common early warning signs of teen pregnancy will be better prepared to assist their teen during an unplanned teen pregnancy.

Teen Pregnancy was brought to the attention of many around the world with the "outbreak" of teens having babies in Gloucester High School in Massachusetts, USA a while back. Now is the time to take action to protect children from having children too early.

List of the top ten 1990s teen high school movies. Included are Clueless and American Pie.

We all have heard the statistics of failed teen marriages. So do you thinka teen marriage can last?

With teenage pregnancy skyrocketing and youth violence doing the same, there has to be some kind of connection. The problem isn't the children, it's the parents.

I was a teenager, battling with the demons in my head, but I wanted a baby. I needed this baby to survive.

It was the end of my junior year at school, with the only thing on my mind was summer break. So what if Aunt Flo was a few days late, must have been the stress from trying to get ready for my exams, there was no way I could be pregnant, not at 16!

The downfalls of young mothers today

How old are you? You can tell from your favorite teen movies.

A look at the most popular queens and kings of the teen scene right now

Dietary needs of expectant mothers during pregnancy and lactation (breastfeeding)

Watching Molly Ringwald in "The Secret Life of the American Teenager" is almost like an eighties flashback to the days of "Sixteen Candles" and "The Breakfast Club". Teen angst is Ringwald's specialty after all, but this time she is the Mom.

Time magazine wrote an article on the 17 pregnant teenagers called, "Pregnancy Boom at Gloucester High."

My look at how sex is "sold" to teenagers, the dangerous consequences of doing so, and why abstinence is a smart decision.

Anyone who has ever taken a sex education class should know there is no such thing as safe sex, but only safer sex. Let's explore some common misconceptions and myths about safe sex, coming directly from a group of college students.

As a Teen mother myself, I am appalled at how many young ladies these days use their pregnancy as an excuse to back away from obligations rather then use it as motivation. While I do not want to promote Teen Pregnancy, I do want to give hope to those who encounter it.

With plans of prom, graduation and college within her reach, a high school senior discovers that she's not only pregnant, but her father wants her to keep the baby.

Many people have bad opinions of teen mothers and young mothers. I don't think people should make generalzations like that, because teen mothers and young mothers can be great mothers too!

teen pregnancy experiences

This article discusses whether or not it is safe to have oral sex during pregnancy.