Teenage pregnancy often has a neg-

What is teen ative impact on a teen's future. Teen

pregnancy? mothers are less likely to graduate
from high school and to attend col-
Pregnancy can be lege, are more likely to live in pov-
erty, and are at risk of domestic vio-
one of the most lence. Children of teen parents also
difficult experienc- are more likely to have health and
es a teenager faces. learning impairment conditions and
Teen pregnancies are more likely to be neglected or
could happen spon- abused. Girls born to teen parents are more likely to
taneously at any experience teenage pregnancy themselves (Mayo
particular time. A Clinic, 2019).
girl has a moment Parents…….
one night with a guy, special or not, and things MOTHER CHILD
Your child is probably going through some intense and
lead to the other. Next thing she knows, she’s MEDICAL IMPACTS MEDICAL IMPACTS mixed feelings about the pregnancy and becoming a par-
throwing up every morning and feels changes ent. Unplanned pregnancy probably worries your child
in her body. Understand how to help address Urinary tract infections Reduced birth weight about telling you and finding out how you feel.
the challenges ahead. (Plan International, n.d.) STD Complication Higher risk of death “The child of my child.”

Provide support. Teenage pregnancy can be a Premature Death Growth Restriction

crisis for your teen and your family. Common Premature Birth Not breastfed
reactions might include anger, guilt and deni-
Pre-eclampsia Infection
al. Teen might also experience anxiety, fear,
shock, and depression. Teens need love, guid- Eclampsia
ance, and support in cases of early pregnancy, Sudden Infant Syndrome (SIDS)
most especially the parent’s acceptance and
guidance. (Mayo Clinic, 2019) Anemia

But why do they engage them-

selves into sexual intimacy?
 Curiosity
 Pressure
 Lack of Parental Guidance
 Mass media influence
 Substance abuse, prohibited
drug
 Alcohol
Teenagers want their relationships to bring them intimacy,
social status and sexual pleasure, and they have a strong
expectation that these goals will be fulfilled if they have sex.
(Mary Ott, 2006)
SOCIAL IMPACTS SOCIAL IMPACTS
Social Isolation
Lack of qualifications More likely to become a teenage
mother
Not completing education
Not living independent
Receiving welfare benefits
References:
 https://plan-international.org/sexual-health/teenage-pregnancy
 https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/tween-and-teen-
health/in-depth/teen-pregnancy/art-20048124
LEARNING OUTCOMES: CONTRACEPTIVES
This Information Health Guide will help teenagers -methods that tend or serve to prevent pregnancy.
“TIPS FOR
and their parents be able to: (Wilson, 2017)
PARENTS to HELP
1. identify ways to prevent early pregnancy. SHORT TERM ARTIFICIAL WAYS
1. Condom: a thin pouch that keeps sperm from getting into the
THEIR CHILDREN AVOID
2. integrate knowledge about the causes and effects
on the social and physical health of early/ vagina. A barrier device used during sexual intercourse to pre-
vent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infection.
TEEN PREGNANCY”
teenage pregnancy.
2. Contraceptive Pills: Medications are taken by mouth to prevent BraveHeart, 2015
3. discuss facts about short, long term and natural
ways of contraception. pregnancy. It inhibits ovulation and prevents ovaries to re-
lease an egg each month. Causes thickening of cervical mucus Be clear about your sexual values and attitudes.
4. understand the behavior of their child and iden- and prevents sperm from reaching the uterus. 1 It will be much easier for you to talk with your
tify their role as guiding parents. child.
3. Depo-Provera: a contraceptive injection that contains the hor-
mone progestin. Typically suppresses ovulation, keeping Take a strong stand against teens dating people
ovaries from releasing an egg. Given as an injection every 2 who are significantly older or younger than they
three (3) months. are.

1. Family Planning. Can help in terms of prepara-
tion. It could also help even with situation al-
ready happening. It helps in a way to help a
teenager ensure his/her future.
2. Sex Education. A process of acquiring infor-
mation from a qualified person.
If more teenagers are aware..
Thus, it will lessen the cases of
teenage pregnancy.
3. Use of Contraceptives. Safe
sexual intercourse means sexual
activity on which people take
precautions to protect them-
selves from STD. Basically,
they are not protecting themselves from STDs,
but also teenage girls getting pregnant.
LONG TERM & PERMANENT WAYS
1. Intrauterine Device (IUD): a small piece of flexible plastic T-
shaped. A birth control device that is inserted into the uterine
cavity to prevent pregnancy for up to 10 years.
2. Implants: a matchstick-sized flexible plastic rod that is surgical-
ly inserted under the skin in the upper arm of a woman. It
releases progestin to prevent pregnancy for up to three (3)
years.
NATURAL WAYS
1. Standard Days Method: a method based on fertility awareness.
Women should avoid unprotected sex on days 8-9 of cycle to
avoid pregnancy. All other days of the cycle is considered
safe.
2. Abstinence: Not having any type of sexual intercourse or sex
play with a partner. The only 100% effective in preventing
pregnancy as well as STDs.
10 tionate- firm in discipline and rich in communi-
3. Withdrawal: a behavioral action where a man pull his penis out
of the vagina before he ejaculates.
Talk with your children early and often about
3 sex and love. Be specific.
Supervise and monitor your children’s activi-
4 ties.
Help your teens have options for the future that
is much more attractive than early pregnancy
5
and parenthood.
6 Emphasize how much you leave education.
Know your children’s friends and their families.
7
Know what your kids are watching, reading and
8 listening to.
Discourage early, frequent and steady dating.
9
Strive for a relationship that is warm and affec-
cation.