Catelynn's Diary: My 'Family Supports The Decision For Birth Control'

All of our Teen Moms kept a personal diary throughout filming, and with their consent, we'll be sharing relevant entries after each week's episode airs. Below, Catelynn writes about her relationship with Tyler and decision to go on birth control.

After 16 and Pregnant stopped taping, Tyler and I got even closer. The choice we made and the fights we got into with our families actually made our relationship way stronger. It's crazy how one decision can change your life. I am so blessed that this didn’t tear us apart. I love Tyler and want to be with him forever!

This was my first time getting birth control. I learned about birth control by asking a doctor, and I decided that Mirena would be the best one for me. It lasts for five years, but you can get it taken out if you want to have kids. The only way you can get Mirena is if you have a regular partner. I believe that every girl that starts having sex should get birth control. I learned my lesson, and I just wish it wouldn’t take getting pregnant for people to learn.

For about four months, my mother and the rest of my family were angry at me for making the adoption plan for Carly. I didn’t let it bother me, and I talked about Carly and my decision in front of everyone. I didn’t care what anyone thought. It was my choice and I still believe in it. Finally, everyone started coming around. It helps my healing process a lot to have them finally start to understand adoption now.

My whole family supports the decision for birth control. This means no more babies till I’m ready! I think that it takes the stress off everyone.

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