Is being a "teen" parent really the outcome of "bad parenting"?

[RayFu]

Rather than throw a different thread way off topic (I know that's the norm but) Anyway, the question that makes me curious on public opinion is teen parents and "bad parenting".

Is being a "teen" parent really the outcome of "bad parenting"? My opinion is absolutely NOT. Of course as a parent you want the best for your children. Trying to do a better job than your parents did with you. Hopefully my children will try to better their children and so on, breaking cycles along the way. Life happens, kids or teens have minds of their own. Decisions are made and paths are determined regardless of how hard a parent tries to guide.

Your thoughts or opinions?

[RogueRyder]

[Havikats]

Hmmm... will have to think this through. I was a teen parent (just turned 18). The bad parenting, I guess, was having a child who felt she had to flee her home at 16 just to be safe and then (not consciously understanding) hooked up with a man much older than her (think father figure).
That being said, I know of several people who come from good homes with loving and kind parents, and yet ended up an unwed teenage mother.

[Tigg]

I think that bad parenting can lead to teenage pregnancy, but not all teenage pregnancy is a result of bad parenting.

[RayFu]

I think that bad parenting can lead to teenage pregnancy, but not all teenage pregnancy is a result of bad parenting.

I like the way you worded that. Simple and to the point. I agree 100%

[<3 Amber <3]

I think that bad parenting can lead to teenage pregnancy, but not all teenage pregnancy is a result of bad parenting.

I like the way you worded that. Simple and to the point. I agree 100%

I have to agree with the two of you...perfectly said Tigg.

[Desert Dweller]

A parent's job is to provide a positive influence on their children.  However, it's damn near impossible to control them - at least by any means that are legal.

[Havikats]

Irishrainy are you Bristol in disguise?

[urban cowgirl]

I absolutely agree with Tigg's statement. There's nothing more I could add.

[Snooze]

Good parenting can lead to teen pregnancy too.. so.. what Tigg Said

[asugrl]

Irishrainy are you Bristol in disguise?

If she were in disguise, she wouldn't tell you, now would she? 

[Havikats]

Irishrainy are you Bristol in disguise?

If she were in disguise, she wouldn't tell you, now would she? 

Guess I guessed wrong. Glad your mom introduced herself. Should I tell her about your antics?