Words

It’s so funny to me when preggo teens say things like “I’m a good person” or “I don’t do drugs or drink so why wouldn’t I be a good mom?” “There are plenty of moms out there who are probably worse compared to just being a teenager” - things of that nature. 

It’s not that you’re automatically going to be a bad mom because you’re young - but there is no need to compare yourself to others.

And it’s not just about teen pregnancy. It’s silly to me when anyone tries to justify something by comparing what they are doing to people out there doing it worse than they are. Just because someone is out there doing something the same as you - or worse - doesn’t make it alright. I wish people would stop comparing themselves to others. I think that is a problem. We shouldn’t set our standards to other humans. We all make mistakes and nobody is perfect so what would be the point in that? Even someone you think is wonderful and does everything right, doesn’t. 

We’re all just here to live and make it through trying our best. Live with the decisions you’ve made and don’t blame others for them. Rather than comparing what you’ve done to what others have done better/worse, do what you can to make the best of the situation you are in. 

And when it comes to being a young mom - nothing is about you anymore. You don’t need to prove to anyone but your child that you’re going to be wonderful. Stop worrying about what everyone else is saying.