TEEN MOTHERHOOD

In 2013, there were 26.6 births for every 1000 adolescent females ages 15-19
OR
274,641 babies born to females in this age group.

WHY IS THIS A PROBLEM?

• No support
• Lack parenting skills
• Lack of childcare
• May become high school drop out
• Lack self-esteem

WHY SHOULD YOU CARE?

• Effects community
• Socio-economic status

THESE MOMS NEED SOLUTIONS-

SOLUTION 1

How do they help?

YOUTH WORKERS

• They come out once a week.
• Assist with teaching parenting skills.
• Teach healthy relationships.
• Come directly to you.

TEACH TEAM BUILDING

• Rowing event
• Moms row with other moms
• Helps with self esteem
• Creates poitive energy

SOLUTION 2

How does this help?

REDUCE DROP OUTS

• Breast feed between classes.
• Free
• Helps with socio-economic status of community.
• Can still attend scheduled classes.

What can you do?

• Raise funds for these programs
• Encourage those you know