What happens if I'm pregnant and I run away?

I'm 16, and I'm pregnant. If I run away can my parents make me go back to live with them?

Angelfire, you are a minor. Your parents can have you brought back by the police. Period.

My question is, WHY do you want to run away???
If it is because of shame or fear of hurting your parents, please believe me when I say that, as a parent, the ONLY THING that I would want for my daughter is that she is safe and happy. I'm sure that your parents love you dearly. They might be saddened that you have become pregnant, but they will continue to love you.
You need their love and support now more than ever. And Sexybunny is right --- it IS your choice as to what will happen with this pregnancy - whether you end it, or put the baby up for adoption, or raise the baby yourself.
Please, think VERY strongly about going to your Mother. Then together you two can talk with your Dad.

They can call the cops on you and you could be arrested.

seriously, not joking.
And yes they can make you go back in live with them.

You'll just end up with the law - it will just make the situation way worse than it already is.

ummm nooo I suggest you dont run away and just tell your parents the truth...if you do run away then your parents would probably report it to the police and they will find you anyways and possibly take you to juvie

bimjob is like... 1000 percent correct

If you run away, you'll cause more problems for yourself. Your parents can actually report you missing, then the cops get involved. You don't want that do you? Why do you want to run anyhow? If it's because your afraid, just be honest with your parents. They'll be even madder if you lie to them. I'm sure you guys can work something out.

that's true.
and thanks jimbob. I found your advice heartfelt and genuine ><

note: they probably will call the cops and report you as a runaway; but it has to be after a 24 hour period..

in canada it is completly legal to move out on your own at 16, but your parents are stuck supporting you til your 18, I think you need to think about your baby if your keeping it, and whats best for him..what will have the best outcome? its your choice