You are mature enough to have a child. The big question is, should you? Consider all of your options before moving ahead with this plan. Do you make enough money? Do you have a stable home life? Are there people who you trust in your life to help out if you need them to? Having a child is no small decision. It takes a lot of careful thought and preparation before you should go ahead with it. However, once you have everything set in your life, you'll be happy to focus solely on your newborn!