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Teen Pregnancy Resources for Parents of Teens

Teen pregnancy resources for parents of teens who wish to prevent teen pregnancy and for parents of teens who are pregnant. Learn how to talk to your teen about pregnancy, teen birth rates and teen pregnancy prevention methods. This section is part of our Teen Sexuality and Teen Health sections.

How to Talk to Your Teen About Teen Pregnancy

Article for parents of teens who talk to their teens and want tips on talking to teens about teen pregnancy.

Parenting Quiz: Are you helping your teen prevent a teen pregnancy?

Preventing your teen from having to deal with an unplanned pregnancy is a top priority for parents of teenagers. See how well you are doing right now.

Teen Pregnancy: Tips on Prevention

Includes statistical information on teenagers and pregnancy.

Why should teen pregnancy concern everyone?

One of our frequently asked questions for parents on teen pregnancy prevention.

What is the most important thing parents can do to prevent teen pregnancy?

One of our frequently asked questions for parents on teen pregnancy prevention.

My teen son just told me he got his girlfriend pregnant. What do I do?

One of our frequently asked questions for parents on teen pregnancy prevention.

My teen daughter just told me she is pregnant. What do I do?

One of our frequently asked questions for parents on teen pregnancy prevention.

How common is teen pregnancy?

One of our frequently asked questions for parents on teen pregnancy prevention.

What do teens what to know about sex/teen pregnancy/relationships?

Article for parents of teenagers, What do teens what to know about sex/teen pregnancy/relationships?

Can my daughter get an abortion without my consent?

FAQ: Can my daughter get an abortion without my consent?

Teen Birth Rate Rises for First Time in 15 Years

The teen birth rate in the United States rose in 2006 for the first time since 1991, and unmarried childbearing also rose significantly, according to preliminary birth statistics released today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Common Birth Control Myths

Read some common myths that are circulating around your teenager's high school.

Abortion Laws for Teens by State

A listing of abortion laws for minors Teens by state.

Flashing Yellow Lights

Signs your teen may need your help - fast!

Practical Help to Prevent Teen Pregnancy

Tips on prevention of teen pregnancy offered by Abstinence Educators' Network.

Sexuality Education Curricula & Programs

'The debate continues about how to confront and reduce sexual risk-taking behaviors, particularly the impact of sexuality education. Currently, there are two distinct kinds of sexuality education programs: abstinence-only and abstinence-plus programs.' Read more here.

Groundbreaking Study on Teen Pregnancy

'Delaying childbearing until age 20 or 21 significantly reduces serious health risks, likelihood of poverty for parents and children; lessens financial burden on society.'

Liz On Teen Pregnancy

Read her personal story of teen pregnancy.
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