Housing

Most teenage mothers were made homeless by their parents and were living with their babies in
unsuitable hostels [Evans 2010].
If young mothers did have supportive families, living with them could often provide a short term
practical solution until they were able to get independent housing .they often felt more secure
living in there, family homes, where child care and support is looking after their babies was more
easily available [Allen et al 1998]
However young parents without family support or in care ,who were living in supported
accommodation , found it helpful when there were proactive staff members on hand to give
practical help example ;giving them parenting advice , by teaching them new cooking skills or
how to manage their money [Carlyon and McGuire 1999,[Chase et al 2003]

References

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 Magill, M.K.Wilcox, R [2007] Adolescent Pregnancy and Associated Risks. Not just a
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 Livestrong.com/article/ 559877.