Q: I'm 16, and I'm pregnant. My parents let me leave with my boyfriend, I'm moving in with my friends parents.
I'm 16, and I'm pregnant. My parents let me leave with my boyfriend, my friend emily, and her boyfriend, and we moved in with Emily's parents. The problem I have is that I'm not sure how to go about school and doctors and my parent's want to know what we should do.
A:
You can't go to school while obviously pregnant. Most school systems have "home bound" programs ( you are not the first person to need this service). Contact the principal or girls advisor at you school and explain that you are pregnant. They will direct you about what you can do.
As to the doctors, you may still be covered on your parents' insurance. The father of your child is also responsible to help with prenatal care and child support once the child is born.
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