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Girl, 15, reveals family's reaction to her getting pregnant by boyfriend aged 12
In Arkansas, a 15-year-old girl, Bella, and her 13-year-old boyfriend, Hunter, made headlines after they became parents to a baby boy, Wesley, born in March 2025. At the time of the pregnancy, Bella was just 14, and Hunter was 12.
This situation has captured the attention of viewers and sparked online discussions about teenage pregnancies, with the couple appearing on TLC's reality series Unexpected. In a teaser for the new season, Bella reveals her parents' reactions to the pregnancy, and the story has left many questioning the challenges faced by such young parents.
As expected, the news has drawn various responses from the public. Some viewers were stunned when they learned that Hunter was only 13 at the time of the pregnancy. “The way my jaw dropped when her mom said 13 because that is crazy,” one commenter shared.
Another said, “13?!? That’s actually so heartbreaking.”
The online community was quick to voice their concerns, questioning the readiness of such young individuals to become parents.
Bella shares her experience on social media
To provide context and respond to the growing scrutiny, Bella took to TikTok, explaining her side of the story. She clarified that she never planned to get pregnant and that her parents had been supportive throughout the process.
Bella mentioned that her parents were “amazing” and “better than other parents,” suggesting that they had guided her in understanding the differences between right and wrong. She further shared that despite the unexpected nature of her pregnancy, her family continued to offer encouragement.
Bella also addressed criticisms regarding the glamorization of young pregnancies. In a separate video, she made it clear that her intention was not to promote teenage pregnancies but to highlight the difficulties of parenthood at such a young age. She noted that while she did not regret her decision, she would not recommend it to others.
Hunter's family challenges the situation
On the other hand, Hunter’s family reportedly had a different perspective. Sources suggest they encouraged Bella to consider terminating the pregnancy when she discovered she was expecting in July 2024.
Hunter's academic struggles were also mentioned, with Bella’s mother expressing concern about his future. “I don’t want him to be held back in the 8th grade,” Bella's mother, Falen, stated, adding that she was worried about the challenges of being a young parent while still in school.
Bella responded to this concern, saying she did not want Hunter to be “a tenth grader dating an eighth grader” as they now had a toddler. The situation is complex, with family members weighing in on what is best for the young couple and their new family.