I am pregnant at sixteen and my family wants to do traditional ceremonies to welcome the baby but I feel like I have brought shame and do not deserve the honor.
More people experience this than they realize.
Young mothers may feel unworthy of cultural celebration when their circumstances don't match community ideals.
“Where Are You with Indigenous coming-of-age traditions?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.