A TEENAGE mother has revealed that she’s glad she had her baby young.
Ceiryn Rose, 19, from Belfast, explained that she had her first child, a baby boy named Lucas, in March this year.
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And whilst trolls have criticised the mother for having a child during her teens, the brunette beauty claimed that she’s happy she won’t be running around after a baby in her thirties.
In a short clip shared on social media, we saw the teen mother sitting in bed wearing a dressing gown, as she gave her son a bottle of milk.
Alongside the video, Ceiryn penned: “When people say I can’t imagine having a baby at your age.
“But at least I won’t be running after a baby at 35.”
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Ceiryn revealed that trolls often call her a ‘kid having kid’, but she won’t listen or let the haters get her down.
She later wrote: “To be fair I was in night clubs from 16/17 and drinking and partying just isn’t my thing anymore.
“I would rather be at home in bed, my boyfriend’s the same.”
Ceiryn also confirmed that she doesn’t plan on having any other children, as she shared: “One is enough for me.”
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @ceirynrose2005, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly racked up 40,700 views.
But social media users were shocked at Ceiryn’s claims and trolls were out in full force.
One user penned: “But we get to enjoy our 20s, you’re stuck being a parent during the peak of your life – it’s sad.”
A second chimed in: “Yeah I’d like to ruin my life nice and early.”
Whilst someone else wrote: “What in the universal credit.”
Am I entitled to Universal Credit?
According to the GOV website, if you’re on a low income or need help with your living costs, then you could be entitled to Universal Credit.
To claim, you must live in the UK, be aged 18 or over (with some exceptions if you’re 15 to 17), be under State Pension age, and have £16,000 or less in money, savings and investments.
Other circumstances are if you are out of work, or unable to work, for example because of a health condition.
But to this, Ceiryn responded: “I’m actually a nail tech and my boyfriend is in the Civil Service but thanks.”
At the same time, one user asked: “Question, what’s wrong with having a baby in your 30s? Weird thing to throw shade at.”
Which areas of the UK have the highest rate of teen pregnancies?
- Middlesbrough (43.8)
- St Helens (37.1)
- Halton (34.9)
- Hartlepool (33.2)
- North East Lincolnshire (33.2)
- Blackpool (32.9)
- Hyndburn (32.8)
- Kingston upon Hull (32.7)
- Norwich (31.3)
- Salford (30.7)
Source: ONS
To this, Ceiryn replied: “There’s nothing wrong with having kids in your 30s. I just don’t think I would be able to run after a child when I’m 30.
“I find it tiring enough even when I’m 19 so can’t Imagine when I’m older.”
Here’s why I love being a young mum
Tracy Kiss, who fell pregnant at 19, has revealed what she believes are the pros of being a young mother.
The personal trainer and blogger, from Buckinghamshire, believes women who give birth in their teens make BETTER mothers than those in their 30s.
She claims young mums snap back into shape quicker, have more energy and relate more easily to their children, meaning they’re better behaved and happier.
Tracy told Fabulous: “Women who become first-time mums in their teens make better parents than those in their 30s or 40s.
“I believe if I’d been 10 or so years older before becoming a mother then I wouldn’t have the relationship I have with my children now.
“For a start, being older I would have had less energy and therefore less patience.
“I wouldn’t be as enthusiastic to speak to people after months of sleepless nights as I was in my teens.
“My body snapped back to its pre-pregnancy size through fitness post-birth, which in turn gave me the confidence to date and find love again. I’ve never been happier than I am now at the age of 30 with two children.
“If I’d have been alone at 40 with a newborn baby I’d be more tired, less happy with my body, less energetic and far more stressed from the shock of living my life for myself instead of putting others first. Sometimes age and the innocence of ignorance is a good thing.
“As a teen mum I just got on with it, found my feet and became responsible and capable because at the time I didn’t know any different.”
Meanwhile, many other parents flocked to the comments to open up about their motherhood experiences.
One person said: “I spent my 20s building a career….now on maternity leave with my second born age 30 knowing I will return to work with a healthy pay packet to fund my kids.”
Another added: “I’m 32 and due in July. Have a wife, mortgage, savings, and a well-paid job to go back to when I’m ready. Each to their own IMO.”
A third commented: “I had mine at 30. Got to be a real mess in my 20s, all out of my system so my baby has my full undivided attention now.”