Teen wants a baby — or maybe she doesn’t Future Young Mom in Pennsylvania Dear Future Young Mom: If you make it out of high school — many pregnant girls don’t — the kind of jobs you’ll be prepared for won’t pay much. If Jared suddenly discovers he isn’t up to the responsibilities of fatherhood — and believe me, it has happened many times — you will have greater problems than telling your boyfriend you don’t think you’re ready to be a mother until you have at least a high school diploma. Should I respect my mother’s decision or push the subject more? Grounded in Reality Have you discussed your concerns with your father or any other adult relatives?