Young people just like you - between the ages of 12 and 18 years – are making the choice to put off sex until they’re really ready for the responsibilities and consequences pre-marital sex brings.

Read about what these teens have to say about sex.  And check back regularly – we’ll continue to add new teen insights on sex, dating and peer pressure.  Don’t miss out on the great advice for teens, from teens.  Read on!

"I have goals that I don’t want to throw away. I want to finish high school, go to college, and one day, have a big family. I’ve learned that if I have sex at this time in my life, I can ruin my chances of all of that. That’s why I choose to abstain!”

- AR, 14, FUPTP Program Participant

“I saw what “sex” did to someone I knew who really was not mature enough to handle it. Even for guys, it can mess up your reputation, that’s something that I don’t want to happen to me. I know that when I am married and have my career and finances together, I will be able to handle and understand how sex affects every part of my life. I’m in no rush.”

- BW, 13, FUPTP Program Participant

My mom has never beat around the bush with me about sex. She told me about the REAL consequences of sex and put me in the FUPTP summer program 3 years ago when I was 13. Now I’m 16 and I know more about sex and what it can do to teens than she does. I help her talk to my little sisters and cousins about keeping herself until the right person comes along, the one they will marry. They know that I have chosen to practice abstinence. It’s the only way to prevent getting a STD and even getting into other trouble like having a baby while I’m still a baby myself.

- EL, 16, FUPTP Volunteer Mentor

*FUPTP stands for Families United to Prevent Teen Pregnancy.