Can I keep my baby if im 16?
As a rule, you must be 18 or over before you can exercise responsibility for a child. In other words, you must be legally an adult. But if you are a mother aged 16 or 17, you can ask the court to declare you an adult so that you can get responsibility for your child.
What benefits can I claim at 16 and pregnant?
Your parents could claim for you and your baby: Child benefit. Child tax credit/universal credit….You may be entitled to:
- Child benefit.
- Child tax credit/working tax credit*
- Housing benefit.
- Universal credit.
- Sure Start maternity grant.
- Maternity allowance.
- Statutory maternity pay.
- Statutory paternity pay.
Do teen parents get money?
What kinds of benefits are available to young parents & pregnant teens? The programs are: TANF Cash Assistance, SSI, Medical Assistance, SNAP (Food Stamps), and WIC.
What should I do if I think I’m Pregnant as a teenager?
Finding out you’re pregnant when you’re a teenager can be daunting, especially if the pregnancy was not planned. But help and support is available. First, if you think you might be pregnant but you’re not sure, it’s important to take a pregnancy test as soon as possible to find out. I’m pregnant. What should I do next?
What should I do if I’m 8 weeks pregnant?
You are 16 years old. You said you’re 8 weeks pregnant. You must make your decision quickly and the decision must be yours because you will live with your choice. The options I can think of are three: having an abortion, having a baby and raising your baby and having a baby and giving it up for adoption.
What to do if you find out you are pregnant?
Finding out you’re pregnant can be scary, but try to stay calm. You’re going to be okay, and there are people who can help you. If you’re pregnant you have 3 options: Parenting — giving birth and raising the child. Abortion — ending the pregnancy.
What if I’m not sure I want to be pregnant?
You may also be feeling worried or frightened if you’re not sure that you want to be pregnant. Make sure to talk through your options and think carefully before you make any decisions. Try talking to a family member, friend or someone you trust.