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This section is to help young women deal with a pregnancy. However, if you feel that your situation is urgent then I advise you to call either the Kids Help Line (phone 1800 551 800) or Lifeline (phone 131 114).

The most important thing to understand if you are a young woman who is unsure whether or not she is pregnant, is that the earlier you establish whether you are pregnant or not the better.

If you are pregnant remember you DO have choices, and YOU are the only person that knows what is best for you.

I became a mum at 17 (click here to read my story). Please feel free to contact me at teenagepregnancy@hotmail.com if you have any questions, would like to put your story in this section, or would like to discus what you are going through. I would love to talk to you or help if I can.

Liz Mason

Teenage Pregnancy Links

Below is a list of websites that may be of some help.

http://www.womhealth.org.au/studentfactsheets/teenagepregnancy.htm

This site is for students who are doing work on teenage pregnancy

http://www.cyh.com/HealthTopics/HealthTopicDetails.aspx?p=240&np=299&id=2136

This section of the Child and Youth Health website is a comprehensive explanation of unplanned pregnancy options in Australia.

http://www.childrenbychoice.org.au

Children by Choice is an informative up-to-date Australian website, which would be especially helpful if you think abortion is your choice.

http://www.yppo.com

This American site has some good information, particularly if you are considering keeping the baby.

http://www.kidshelp.com.au

This site provides the opportunity for you to contact a councillor online.

www.teen-pregnancy.info

This site is about the psychology, stats, facts, etc behind teen pregnancy. This site aims to help people answer questions and learn more about teen pregnancy.

Disclaimer

The information contained on this website is of a general nature and is designed for educational purposes only. The information is not meant to replace the recommendations or advise of your midwife or doctor. Please consult your midwife or doctor regarding your health care.

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