All articles tagged with #teen pregnancy
A parent struggles to navigate the complexities of discussing sex and reproductive rights with their daughters amid changing political and legal landscapes, emphasizing honesty, safety, and trust.
An 11-year-old girl in Oklahoma gave birth at home without medical assistance, leading to the arrest of her parents, Cherie and Dustin Walker, on felony child neglect charges; authorities are investigating further, including paternity.
Whitney Purvis, star of 16 & Pregnant, had not spoken to her late son Weston Gosa in six years before his death, and there is a dispute with his stepmother Amy Gosa over her late arrival at the funeral and custody issues. Whitney claims she was unfairly kept from seeing her children and faced legal and financial struggles, while Amy defends her actions and criticizes Whitney's absence and behavior. Weston, who had multiple health issues, died at 16, leaving his family devastated.
Whitney Purvis, a former MTV '16 and Pregnant' star, announced the death of her 16-year-old son Weston, who passed away unexpectedly, with his family citing health issues and diabetes as contributing factors. The family is devastated and seeking an autopsy to determine the cause of death.
Triston Harper, a 16-year-old country singer and recent 'American Idol' finalist, announced on Facebook that he has married his girlfriend Paris and they are expecting a child. The news has sparked mixed reactions online, with some expressing concern over their young age and others offering support and encouragement. Harper, who comes from a challenging background, has been seeking help to improve his family's living conditions.
Jamie Lynn Spears, in an emotional conversation on the TV show "I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!", revealed the challenges she faced when she became pregnant at 16. She shared how people criticized her and called her names, but she decided to keep the baby. Spears also discussed her parents' initial reaction and her decision to emancipate herself. Despite the difficulties, she expressed pride in where she is now and emphasized the importance of family support.
An Idaho woman and her son have been charged with kidnapping after allegedly taking the son's minor girlfriend to Oregon to get an abortion. The investigation began after the girl's mother reported that her daughter had been sexually assaulted and taken to Oregon for the procedure. Abortion is banned throughout pregnancy in Idaho, but legal in Oregon, leading some to cross state borders for services. The new Idaho law that makes it illegal to help minors get an abortion without parental consent is not being relied upon in this case. The mother and son have also been charged with rape and producing child sexually exploitative material.
More teenagers in the U.S. are choosing intrauterine devices (IUDs) as a form of birth control, contributing to the decline in teen birth rates. Experts recommend IUDs as a highly effective contraceptive option for adolescents, with failure rates of less than 1%. IUDs are easy to use, long-lasting, and can have additional benefits such as lightening or stopping periods. However, IUDs do not protect against sexually transmitted infections, and there are potential risks such as dislodgement, perforation of the uterus, and infection. Teens may experience discomfort during insertion and may have irregular bleeding or cramping afterward. Despite their effectiveness, IUDs are still underutilized among teens due to lack of knowledge and familiarity.
Idaho has passed a new law that criminalizes interstate travel for some abortions and makes it a crime to help a pregnant minor receive abortion care without parental consent, punishable by prison time. The law creates a new crime called “abortion trafficking,” which prohibits adults from obtaining abortion-inducing medication for a minor, or “recruiting, harboring, or transporting the pregnant minor” without the consent of the minor’s parent or guardian. The law also allows family members of the pregnant minor, as well as the person who impregnated her, to file civil lawsuits against the medical professionals who provide abortion care. Planned Parenthood and other abortion rights advocates have condemned the law, while supporters say it is designed to protect parental rights.