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Here I'll tell you the signs that you might be pregnant. (I am NOT a doctor, so you should seek the right care.)
If you ARE (or think you might be) pregnant be sure to seek a doctor. It's best for you and the unborn child. If you don't you may end up dangering the child.

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Help:
If you or your teen becomes pregnant there are several resources that can help. Make sure you see your physician if you have any questions about pregnancy or contraceptives.

Planned Parenthood
              1-800-230-PLAN         - 24 hour hotline will direct you to the clinic nearest to you.

National Adoption Center
              1-800-862-3678         - dedicated to expanding adoption opportunities in the U.S.

The Independent Adoption Center
              1-800-877-6736        
 
National Abortion Federation
              1-800-772-9100        
 

 
 
 

Book: Mom, Dad, I'm Pregnant- When Your Daughter or Son Faces an Unplanned Pregnancy

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Pregnancy:
Am I Pregnant?

If you're unusually tuned into your body, you might begin to suspect that you're pregnant within the first few days of pregnancy. But, most women don't suspect they are pregnant until they miss a period, and a few don't suspect or believe they are pregnant for months after conception.

Here are 5 common signs of early pregnancy. You may experience all, some or none of these symptoms.

  1. A Missed Period. Missing your period is the most clear-cut sign of pregnancy. But it is not definitive, as stress or other factors may cause irregular periods.
  2. Frequent Trips to the Bathroom. Even before missing a period, most pregnant women report having to go to the bathroom more often. You may even have to get up during the night! This occurs after the embryo has implanted in the uterus and begins producing the pregnancy hormone called human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG). This hormone triggers frequent urination.
  3. Fatigue. Utter exhaustion is a very early sign of pregnancy. Fatigue is a result of high levels of the hormone progesterone.
  4. Morning (and Noon and Night!) Sickness. Guess what? That queasy feeling isn't limited to mornings. Most pregnant women who experience morning sickness feel slightly nauseated at other times during the day as well. About half have vomiting, but very few have severe enough morning sickness to develop dehydration and malnutrition.
  5. Sore (and Enlarged) Breasts. If you're pregnant, your breasts will probably become increasingly tender to the touch, similar to the way they feel before your period, only more so. Once your body grows accustomed to the increase in hormones, the pain will subside.

Source: Many sites will tell you the sings of a pregnancy. I used my own experiences for most of this.

(I would never wish a teen pregnancy on anyone)