It won't happen to me.Many teens have sex and use protection to prevent pregnancy. But because they do not always use it consistently or correctly, many get pregnant anyway. About one of every three girls in the United States gets pregnant at least once before age 20. Today, every 31 seconds, a teen girl aged 15-19 will become pregnant. For those who become teen parents — life changes for them. Most teenage girls who get pregnant do not graduate high school until age 30. And guys, don't think you're getting off easy. Even if you are not directly taking care of the child, as a father you are still financially responsible for child support, even if you were a teenager when you caused the pregnancy and even if you move to another state or if you join the military. Most states require both parents' names on a birth certificate, and if you don't offer child support, they will garnish your wages and take money from your paychecks for each baby you father. The only way to be certain you will not become pregnant or get someone pregnant is to abstain from sexual activity. No birth control method other than abstinence is 100% effective. |
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