Pictures: Teen Pregnancy

: Programs like MTV's 16 and Pregnant brought the struggles of teen mothers—such as partner indifference and financial instability—into the mainstream.

: Images also capture the stark medical risks. Reports from Refinery29 have documented stories like Keya’s, who was married at 13 and nearly lost her life due to excessive blood loss during delivery. The Impact of Modern Media teen pregnancy pictures

: Some photo essays, like those from Holland Sentinel , feature images of missed milestones, such as a student's $10,000 college scholarship that had to be declined to prioritize prenatal care and local, more affordable schooling. : Programs like MTV's 16 and Pregnant brought