Teenage pregnancies - what are the risks?

Being a pregnant teenager can have devastating consequences. Research from Kenya highlights this reality: teenage motherhood increases the risk of poverty and violence for young girls. However, in the face of despair, there are stories of resilience and hope. In this emotional conversation with Dr. Caroline Vundi, Cindy shares how she managed to turn her life around after becoming a mother at the age of 16. ‪@drvundi‬
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[@onthegrind9971]

Young men should also be targeted for help as well. To be educated, to inform them of their responsibility

[@DWThe77Percent]

Absolutely!

[@brooklynbandit6788]

They shouldn't have kids at such a young age!

[@thomasschwinn1512]

exactly why not?

[@DWThe77Percent]

Very complicated