Home Pregnancy Test

[ericababy120]

Okay so I bought a pregnancy test yesterday, and well I took it and a dark line showed up and then a very hard to see pink line showed up as well. What does this mean?

[ericababy120]

I am, I'm trying to make sure I'm not having a miscarriage.

[aly79]

its very normal at least all the people i have talked to and the drs i have have said so cause of all the changes that are going on in there stressing to much cant be good either just try to stay positive what will happen will and nothing you do cant change that enjoy that precious gift its trully a miricle

[ericababy120]

So just as long as there is no cramping or anything I'm fine?
I was so worried, I am so excited to have this baby.
The spotting stopped for today, it just started yesterday, my boyfriend's mom told me that it wasn't normal and that's why I was freaking out.

[FreshLove]

I forgot to mention that I am still happily pregnant (37 weeks 4 days).

[aly79]

dont stress it could be ok things happen for a reason i had bleeding my 8th week of pregnancy and now i have a beautiful 9 month old baby boy who is crawling all over the place and he is perfectlly healthy since the day he was born  

[FreshLove]

Spotting or having some blood in the first trimester is actually really common. I had spotting and very light cramps that lasted about 30 min when I was 6 weeks 3days pregnant and freaked out. Went to hospital and it was nothing major. Then when I was 10 weeks I started bleeding one night before bed so much it looked like my period! No cramping though so my doc said to come in next day if didn't stop. I cried and thought I was miscarrying but wasn't--- your vagina is just extra sensitive and twice as full of blood than usual.

What you need to look for is spotting that is bright red and/or accompanied with cramps (which are usually painful if miscarrying). Also, if the spotting gets worse and doesn't go away it's always best to call your doctor.

[ericababy120]

I started spotting :/ I don't think that's a good sign.

[wasabic]

Its all gonna be fine dont worry and even if At beginig he will be mad it will pass fast when i told my dad i was married with my huby 1 year and know him for 5 years and still he was not very happy when i told him but after that 2 day past and he was so happy can wait to tell evrybody how proud is to be grandpa we allway gonna be there litle girls they will forgive as for everything and they allwas be happy if we are happy . Injoy your pregnancy .

[ericababy120]

That is why I am excited, I was taking birth control, but I guess god let it fall through for a reason, maybe this could be the only child I could ever have, whatever the reason is I am very excited. I am thinking about taking my father out in a public place as well and telling him, it's just an obstacule I have to get over, and no matter how mad he is there is nothing that can be done. Once I am over that obstacule everything should be okay.

[ericababy120]

I am thinking about having her there for my support when I tell him, but then again I am just thinking about telling him myself.

[Jana77]

How soon after having sex can a hpt pick up hcg?? I'm 16 and don't drive so it's hard to get a hpt whenever

[SunWorshiper_26]

As scary as it is it will be a beautiful journey with a beautiful baby at the end. It isn't the end of your life and luckily it happened at a point where you can finish high school as that is the biggest obstacle to overcome as a teen mom. There are many people out there in your shoes who are able to make something of themselves. If you are concerned about telling your father and being yelled at take him out for coffee or dinner and do it in a public place where he cannot make a scene but you can still privately tell him. Yes he might be angry or disappointed but you are his daughter and he will always love you.

Congratulations on this beautiful blessing.

[Super_sally888]

What about having your boyfriend's mum there when you tell your Dad?  You said she's ok with it now.

[ericababy120]

I'm going to grow up and tell my dad. I am excited my baby is due 2 weeks before I graduate, so I will DEF. be able to walk with my class!! :) I just really hope my dad is excited as me.

[amandamae1126]

My sister became pregnant at 17 and had her baby last May - she was pretty much in your shoes. Your dad will likely be disappointed at first, but there is not much he can do about it now. Eventually, it will sink in (and it seems to take longer for dads than moms to accept the news) and your family will be happy and supportive of you.

As far as bringing along a group of friends to help tell your dad, I am not sure that will come off as mature and it's kinda putting him and his emotions on display to your friends. However, if safety is a concern, it might not be a bad idea to have someone around. But I still wouldn't suggest a group. Probably the best thing would to be to have the baby's dad there with you. He's a part of it and should take responsibility too.

Also, I wanted to encourage you to NOT have an abortion as well. Young people do raise their own kids - it might be hard, but you can do it. Also, adoption is a GREAT option. There are so many wonderful couples out there that long for a child and can not have one of their own. Giving up your child to other parents so you can all have great things can be the most beautiful gift in the world. God gave his son Jesus (Mary and Joseph adopted him) and look at all the great things that came of that! Imagine if that never happened...where would we be today?!

It's a tough road ahead, no matter what you do. We were never promised an easy life. But we can stay strong and be joyous! Best of luck to you and I hope you have a healthy and happy 9 months ahead of you!

[shasy03]

I wouldn't have too many people there when you tell your dad.  If you think that your dad is going to do something crazy then it may be best that someone is there maybe to "refrain" him from being abusive to you.  

[ericababy120]

I went to the pregnancy resource center yesterday and I'm 5 wks preggo. I am excited and nervous at the same time. Would having friends there with me to tell my dad be okay?

[yay_Xpecting]

The same thing happened to me. I took one a few days later and it got darker, then 2 days later it showed up even faster and darker.

[jrobertson20]

Well it's going to be hard to tell your dad but just sit him down and tell him.  He will probably be mad at first but honestly give it time to sink in.  What is done is done and hopefully in the end he will support you but I think he will respect you more if you tell him straight forward.  It's scary but you can do it.  Just don't expect him to accept it right away but in the end I think he will and he will be there for you.  Good luck.

[Majikat]

I got preg when I was 16 and I was so scared to tell my parents especially my dad.... They were always strict and stuff like that so u I thought they were going to kill me but when I did tellthem it was the complete opposite and they endded up being very excited about the baby and they are now very happy..... I did not tell them face to face just In case they were mad so I did it over the phone so they could have time to digest the situation

Good luck and u will be fine

[ericababy120]

Yes I took a 2nd test it turned out positive as well. I am going to go to the pregnancy resource center today or saturday.

[ericababy120]

I took the second pregnancy test and it was positive. Today or Saturday I plan on going to the pregnancy resource center, and getting one there to see if mine were correct. I just hope my dad doesn't get infuriated and decides to hit me or something. That is my only concern with telling him.

[smjmekg]

Definitely wait until you take another test, to tell your dad. Just say you think you are and you need to go to the dr to confirm it.

[FreshLove]

Wait until you take the 2nd test to tell your dad, just to make sure. Then just sit him down on the couch (or somewhere private away from little siblings is best) and tell him you are pregnant. Also let him now you are planning to finish high school no matter what (the good thing is this baby wouldn't be born until at least next May :-) and that you are considering your options and would like his support.

Also, if you are pregnant and you do keep the baby, it doesn't have to be the end of life. One of my best friends got pregnant with twin boys our senior year of high school and is now a working, single mom, who goes to DMACC (a community college in Iowa). She absolutely loves her boys and even though she admits it is hard and there are some days she just wants to hide away somewhere, she absolutely loves her boys and is happy with her life. Her family is really supportive, though, and that helps a lot.

My point is you could make it :-)

Let us know how the 2nd test turns out and good luck hun.