“I took the risk by having sex and now I'm pregnant. This was not the time in my life when I wanted to start a family, but things don't always turn out the way you expect.”
—Jenna, 18, TX
FAQs about Deciding about Sex
- How do I know if I'm ready to have sex?
- I'm 15 . . . Am I too young to have sex?
- I am 13 years old and I really want to have sex. Is it normal that a 13-year-old wants to have sex already?
- I want to be intimate with my partner, but I don't want to have sex. Is this possible?
- Does having sex mean I'll fall in love?
- What is abstinence?
- I think I'm ready. What should I do before I have sex?
- What is love? Is it the same as lust?
- How do you know when it’s love?
- All my boyfriend wants is sex, and I consider myself a little too young. How can I tell him that I don't want to have sex without embarrassing him and hurting the relationship?
- My partner and I had sex, but now I’m not sure I want to keep having sex. Is it OK to say no?
- How do I say “No” to my partner?
- What is secondary virginity?
- What happens the morning after? Will we get closer? Or will I feel like I just made a big mistake?
- Is it okay to have anal sex?
- What if I get my girl pregnant?
- Am I still a virgin if I…?
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