Teenage mothers are less likely to seek out regular prenatal care. According to the American Medical Association, babies born to women who do not seek out regular prenatal care are 4 times more likely to die before the age of one. Children born to teenage mothers are less likely to receive proper nutrition, health care, and cognitive and social stimulation. As a result, they tend to have a less developed intellect and attain lower academic achievement. Studies have shown that children born to teenage mothers are at a greater risk for abuse and neglect.
Teenage mothers are more likely to drop out of school.
Only about one-third of all teen mothers obtain their high school diploma. Teenage pregnancies have been associated with increased rates of delinquent behaviors among the fathers. These include alcohol and substance abuse, lower educational level, and lower earning potential. Join a live chat or threaded forum. Visit our medical store for your medical supply needs.