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What to do if i am 17 and pregnant, how do i tell my parents?

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Dr. Dale Kristle answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Tell them now: tell them now as you need their support and need prenatal care. options are available

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/16/2014

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