Becoming a mom at such a young age is not something I planned and definitely not something I recommend.
I was scared beyond belief considering I was still a kid myself.
Being a mom is the most challenging, but rewarding task I've had so far. When I found out I was pregnant, I knew my life was going to be impacted significantly, but I had no idea that it would change it so much for the better. Honestly, I initially thought my life was over, but instead, it really had just started. She truly made me realize that there was so much more I wanted out of my life.
Isabella is the reason for my determination and ambition to succeed. Although she was born into a non-traditional family, she and I are so blessed to have such a supportive family. Because we live with my parents and sister, we are constantly surrounded by those we love, and it has made it so much easier to remain in school full-time and be involved.
Stereotypically, people view being a teen mom negatively, but to me situations are all about how you handle yourself. Although I am a "teen mom," I catch myself thinking stereotypically about girls in similar situations to mine. I wish it wasn't this way though. I think the reason most people have these opinions is because of the way most girls react to the news.
If more people learned and grew from bad decisions, even the most negative situations can have a positive outcome rather than consequences.
Situations like these bring out the best and worst in people. I hope that even though I did get pregnant at 17 that my actions after can set an example for those around me. I pray that ones around me can not only learn from some of my mistakes, but also, through my determination to succeed and provide the best for me and Isabella.
"You don't know how strong you are until strong is the only choice you have."
Eliizabeth you are such an amazing young lady and all young ladies should look up to you!! I am proud of you..your daughter is beautiful young lady! You seem like a great mom...I once was in your shoes well still am with katie I look at it this way we both had to be a mom and dad and its very hard and sad but that's why we are strong women.....and our daughters are fine without them. Keep up all the good work your doing I belive u are a blessing in disquise as well.....I have been feeling a little down and this made me cry and happy at the same time thankyou for sharing your blog.
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