Your Sister Is Cute... That's Not My Sister

Your Sister is Cute... That's Not My Sister

Years ago, and I'm not talking the 1970's or 1980's, I mean like 18th and 19th century, babies were well, having babies. It wasn't uncommon for a 14 year old girl to be married and have children. That's what women were for. Today, teenage pregnancy is becoming a bit of a problem again. With shows like "16 and Pregnant" and "Teen Mom" young girls are finding it more acceptable to be popping out little ones with maybe hopes of becoming an MTV reality star. But, for most that isn't the case. 

While scanning the interweb for something interesting to blog about this week, I can across an interesting video that I didn't quite believe at first. Title read "13 Year Old Boy Has Baby". I'm sorry, what? A 13 year, a baby himself, is having a baby?! I didn't believe it, so I clicked in the video to learn more. And there it was, a news team in the United Kingdom talking about a 13 year old boy who knocked up a 15 year old girl. While I've taken sex ed, I was questioning the possibility of this. But he did. He's a father now. What in the world is going on?! 
Now, don't get me wrong, I don't have a big issue with teen pregnancy, things happen. When you're 15, 16 and 17 years old, most people are going to probably start engaging in some kind of physical activity with another person, but 13... That's a tad too young for my liking. Kissing, sure go for it, but getting a girl pregnant. I have to ask where were this kids parents through this? 
So, my question to you blogger world, is this an issue we as a society need to address? Does sex ed need to come even sooner to the classroom? Or is that too young to teach about contraceptives? 
My view point is torn, but leans more towards, parents need to realize kids are going to have sex, but they need to analyze when they think their child is ready. Whether I like it or not, I know one day my daughter is going to be engaging in sex, but I want to be the one who is sure she knows how to protect herself. And hopefully help her know when the time is right. 
I guess I wish this young father the best, and hope he and his newborn love a happy and healthy life. 

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