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Getting Married at 16 :)

Somebody else married young???? I'm getting married next month I'm pregnant really excited and happy he does everything to keep me happy  I love him so much
Lot of people said we're too young but that doesn't mean we can stay together forever .

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7673423 tn?1400599131
In my experience. I almost got married at 16. Changed my mind. Im so happy I did. I do not believe at 16 you know what it takes to be married.  I'm with the same man with our 3rd on the way and im 22.  Just got married last month. Waiting was the best thing ever. We waited 6 years to know everythinggg about one another. And also I had 3 friends get married when pregnant between 16-18 all divorced now. Im not trying to be mean.  But parenthood is hard enough.  Im not saying at all that you wont stay together. Its very possible. But I dont think marriage is the best choice at 16. I wish you the best. I really do!
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I started dating my husband at 15 and we broke up right away. Then at 18 (he was 21) we dated for 4 years and got married. No one can predict if something is going to work. We have been together 8 yrs and still have days I wonder what I was thinking! :) just hang on to the feelings you have now and remember them when you guys are having a hard time. Congratulations and good luck ;)
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Well we've lived together already we're still together he just came up to me and said he wanted to marry me
We go to church he's an awesome guy we pray together church is our other home
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7552771 tn?1469929649
Its all up to you I got married at 17 and thought I was married to the perfect guy once we moved in together he changed and he turned into a crappy guy. I'm not saying its not possible to be together forever. I just think waiting is a good idea you don't have to get married. I should've waited. My marriage lasted 2years kind of and no I've been with a new guy for almost 4 years I'm 23 and I love him so much but I'd like to have a decent wedding to remember. And I know waiting will make us stronger. But its up to you. Don't let anyone tell you it's a bad idea. I don't like the thought of divorce but its always an option so go for it.
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I'm not married but I had 4 of my friends get married at 16 only one of those couples is not together and were all 20 now :)
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I'll say this: you CAN find your soul mate at 16. It is not too young to fall in love. BUT, I promise you, being married is not like being in a relationship. It is much different. I know you might think you guys are ready, but I sincerely and genuinely recommend waiting a little while. What's the rush? You don't HAVE to get married before the baby is born. Because marriage is sacred and you want to make sure it's definitely gonna last. I married my husband at 19, almost 20, and sometimes I think that was too young. We are still together and happier than ever, but being married is no picnic all the time. When you're in a relationship you can get out at any time without responsibilities, you don't always have to consult your man on what you do, what you buy, all that. When you become married, you guys share absolutely everything. Do you and your boyfriend make enough to live on your own, especially with a baby?? Do you know that an average baby without any special needs requires around $200,000 to raise until they are 18? This is really something serious to think about. We are very lucky because my husband is army and they pay for a lot and help. If they didn't, we might not be able to do this right now. Just think HARD about it, don't jump right into it. Good luck! I'm not saying give up or anything. I'm just saying, marriage is not what everyone thinks. It is hard work. And having a baby right at getting married is gonna make it a lot harder.
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