Legally, yes. Most clinics I am pretty sure require (by most state law) parental consent.

That depends on which state you live in and the laws for your state. However, you need to seriously consider the situation before killing your unborn child. And i definitely think you should tell the father.

see if there is a planned parenthood office in your area. call them. or you could call a unitarian church office for help and counceling. maybe there is a helpline phone counceling service available in your area.

Every state has diffrent laws on abortion.

you should seriously consider your options before making any decisions... i couldnt imagine having an abortion and the emotional affects it would have on you i love my daughter to death. im a 19 year old mother and manage just fine i think u would be surprised at the support u would get... Also consider this there are millions of people unable to have children that would think having a baby would be a miracle zo if u dont think u are mature enough or ready to raise a child u could consider adoption. Theres no way anyone could think you were immature for doing such a caring and unselfish thing for an unfortunate family. As for your question idk the answer. But if u need someone to talk to my e-mail is krazybiatch8807@yahoo.com Im not tryin to be negative just tryin to help... GOOD LUCK=)

Im pretty sure they don't have to know, but Im from Canada so I don't know if the laws are different where you are from. But it definetly doesn't hurt to call and ask. Also, you have to make your own decision on this do not let anyone influence you in anyway.

If you live in canada you do not need anyone there with you nor does the clinic contact your parents. As for the states or anywhere else I am not sure...however I am sure if you google it you will most likely get a better answer. Also calling is the thing to do, that is obviously going to give you the definate answer the quickest. Good luck seriously, it will be fine though!

I don't know the legal side of things here. But as a parent, I can tell you that if your parents are decent and trusted people, if you have a good relationship with them then you tell them any way. They will surely be upset but they will appreciate that you tell them and try to help you in any way they can. Good luck!

I'm sure they probably don't HAVE to know, but since you're wanting to kill their grandchild, I think they have a RIGHT to know.

i dont know the answer but i suggest you have a chat to your parents and the father.. an abortion is a tough thing to go through and dont do it alone.

The answer to your question varies based on where you live, but from what friends that have had abortions have told me, your parents will know something’s wrong, anyway. You can’t just have an abortion and assume there won’t be any consequences; it’s something you’ll have to live with, the rest of your life, and I’d *strongly* recommend you speak with others that have made that choice, before you even consider going through with it. That having been said, there is another, *much* better option: adoption. There are thousands and thousands of couples out there just *begging* for a child. It takes an amazing amount of love to place a child for adoption—more than I could ever begin to understand—but just giving that baby the gift a life is a joy you’ll have for the rest of your life and beyond. Adoptions can be as open or closed as you and your child’s adoptive parents like, but it’s always always ALWAYS about love. http://www.ItsAboutLove.org/ {{{hugs}}}

i think you have to be 16 or older if not the clinic contacts your parents...but call and find out...also...this can really mess you up..you need to seriously think about this before doing anything...and if your not ready to have a baby then either take the right precautions or don't do anything at your age

Hi. Like some of the others said,it most likely depends on the state you are in. But honestly, I do not think your parents have to know. Something serious to consider though, recently there was the measure to vote on teen pregnacy and whether parents should be notified prior to the procedure. I am not certain, but I think the measure did not pass. Parents Do Not have to be notified. My thoughts when this was being discuss were, what would happen if the procedure did not go as well as planned? That is what I would want you to consider. Who is your emergency contact? What if something goes wrong; Before, during, or after the surgery? It happens. Remember the 17 year old that died right after having her breast implants put in. An abortion is major surgery. Someone should know just in case. I am sure you could get away with it without your parents knowing, but I would hate for the worst to happen and you end up with a more serious case scanario and in the hospital recovering. I was in your shoes once. But, consider this. I was not 15 but 19 and still could not go to my parents. And guess what? I didn't. I planned to have an abortion too. Things did not work out like that, so I have a beautiful daughter today. But, guess what? I never told my parents that I was pregnant. NEVER! My duaghter was about a month old before they found out about her. I tell you my story to let you know that it is okay not to want to have a child(ren), but we have to be smart ahead of time so as to prevent it from happening and to prevent ourselves from getting into these uncomfortable situations where we have to make grown up decisions. I also tell you so that you can ask your self some questions that I did. Why can't you tell your parents? Why are you scared? What are my options? Be strong. Be smart. Be wise. You are in my heart!

Wow, Im so sorry for your situation. Its tough enough being a teenager, but you are now having to deal with adult situations. You need to cover all your options before you decide. No matter what you do you are making a decision that will effect you the rest of your life. I strongly encourage you to talk to your guidance counselor at school. That is what they are there for and because of your rights are not allowed to discuss what you talk about to your parents unless you give the ok. I know talking to the parents seems as a big no no for you and that you are scared, but you have to talk to someone.

think about your options. tell your parents, the father, a responsible adult...you can raise the child, give the child up for adoption, etc. killing him/her is not the only thing you can do. having an abortion not only kills a human being, but also lowers your percentile (a great deal) of being able to concieve again. TALK TO YOUR PARENTS. they will know the best thing for you and your 'family'. you dont have to do this alone.

you need to tell your parents, you're gonna need support. depending on the laws your parents might have to give consent, just think about this fully before you do it.

So much advise to give, but you just asked a simple question so I'll stick to that. It depends on your state laws, but I believe that most states do not require parental consent for this procedure. Check your local laws and take it from there.