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teenage relationship
My son has just turned 18 and his girlfriend is 15 and will not be 16 until November. I have really had a problem with this relationship for a while now. I also found out that he has been sexually active with her. Now I am really uncomfortable. He won't listen to me. Her parents are no help and he father is a Doctor. Hmmmmm. Too busy for his kids? I am a single mom with three teenagers and I am just not sure what to do at this point. I have taken the trust issue out of the picture. I told them that if you are going to see each other, you will do it here and only down stairs in the livingroom where you both can be watched. Even with that I find that they will get a throw blanket and cover themselves and let's face it. That is just a sure way of touching without Mom knowing. Except Mom is not stupid. I feel like I am baby sitting. I can't leave the house with those two there, I can't go to my bedroom for private time when they are there. It's like my life has been put on hold for them. Not to mention if her father knew that they have been sexually active, my son could go to jail. Please help ME!!!!!
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Lets hope her doctor father has her on birth control!
I don't know what the legalities are for underage dating if her parents approve, especially when they know she is sexually active.
Would be pretty hard to pretend they knew nothing about it.
I'm sure it goes on all the time. He would only get in trouble if they complained or she did.
I know you don't like it (I wouldn't either),but since he is 18 and legally an adult there isn't a whole lot more you can do. He does seem to be following your rules about seeing her in your home...very good for an 18 year old in this day and age! He must have very strong feelings for this girl.
I think the only thing in all honesty that you can do at this point is just let them date. If it would make you feel better, try and get something in writing from her parents saying its okay with them. They should be able to understand your concerns.
Most states age 16 is the legal age of consent. A few it is 18. I am sending you a link to a chart that lists it for all states since I don't know where you are.
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It may have other useful info too. Sure hope it helps. Good luck
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