16 and Pregnant Season 2 Episode 20 Season 2A Reunion
- December 22, 2010
- 63 min
Season 2A Reunion of 16 and Pregnant brings together all the teen moms and dads from the first half of the second season for an emotional and eye-opening reunion. Hosted by Dr. Drew, the reunion showcases the journeys of each of the young parents post their life-changing experiences with teenage pregnancy.
It starts with a recap of the most significant moments of the season, and each story is shared with the audience again through video footage. We see Jordan, a 17-year-old who has reconciled with her mother and tries to raise her daughter on her own. She talks about her struggles to find a job and support her child without any financial help from her family.
Next, we revisit Lori, who had to drop out of high school due to her pregnancy, and her baby's father, Jo. Regretting the tension and drama that surfaced after their son was born, they explain how they have worked on co-parenting and keeping their relationship healthy.
Ashley, who gave birth to a preemie baby, gets emotional while sharing her hospital journey and delivery. We also see the decision-making process of Whitney, who chooses adoption for her child, and Samantha, who ultimately decides to keep her son and part ways with the father.
Additionally, the reunion features a special segment on the ongoing relationship issues between Ebony and her baby's father, Joshua. The couple, who had some of the most intense and volatile fights in the season, opens up about their relationship, its ups and downs, and updates on their lives.
Finally, the reunion ends with a discussion centered around contraception, safe sex, and responsible parenting.
All the teen parents got an opportunity to address their respective stories and the struggles they had encountered. Dr. Drew helped them analyze their attitudes towards parenting and lead them through an extensive conversation centered around setting goals for their future. The reunion also offered a window into the responsibilities and challenges of young parenthood, and how society can be supportive in this journey.
This reunion is not just about sharing their stories with the world, but an effort to show the support and encouragement that teenagers who become parents need, to not just survive but, to thrive in their roles as parents. The episode marks a milestone in this popular reality show, educating teens about the consequences of teenage pregnancy and the choices they hae, while also giving viewers an insight into the lives of young parents and how they cope with parenthood.