happytobehis, 18

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happytobehis, 18

I have been with my guy for about one year and eight months. We had lots of memories and we did make love. However, I am freaking out. I have been conducting early researches for symptoms of a pregnant woman. I am studying and have two years left to graduate in a university. I am young and I am not totally prepared to build a family yet. I still have dreams in life and I want to enjoy my youth. I know these things would wither, if ever I would be pregnant. In addition, my parents would be shattered to death if I will not finish my studies. In this time, my life is normal and my physical state is normal. I have not felt any changes in my body. No symptoms I have seen have occurred in me yet. Nevertheless, I am worried. Can somebody help me please?

Happytobehis, having a family when you are not prepared can be difficult. It is good you are looking into the symptoms of pregnancy so you know what to look for in yourself. Try to remember having a family does not have to stop you from pursuing your dreams.
Try talking to your boyfriend about this. Even if you are not pregnant, he is a part of the equation. Try discussing his feelings of a possible baby. You might talk about what yours and his dreams. Having this conversation with him could help you prepare for a future family and know each other's needs.
Maybe you could take a home pregnancy test. It is possible to have a false positive. Consider talking to your physician. They could give you a more definite prognosis if you are pregnant or not. Please consider talking to your parents as well. Many parents might understand their child will make mistakes and learn from them. Try discussing how they could support you and your boyfriend.
If you want to avoid another pregnancy scare, consider practicing safe sex with condoms and birth control. Consider how much safer both of you will be if you use it. It might be a good idea to go shopping for it together. Try not to be afraid to insist on safe sex before you have sex again. Remember one time is all it takes.