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What some people say

This is what some people say about when and why they had sex the first time.

Mele: "I had sex for the first time at 14. The first time you've got to have respect, self-esteem. Don't be trying to prove anything. I wished I had waited until I was 19 or 20, I think it would have been better."

Keri: "I was 11. Girls often start young because they think they have to. I think it's important to really want to do whatever you do. It's better with someone you feel comfortable with. Don't settle for something that doesn't feel right, and never do it in the hope of getting love cos it doesn't work."

David: "I was 19 my first time. I waited. Ignore peer pressure and don't let it get to be a big deal in your mind or you'll set up a situation that could be a disappointment to both of you."

Eroni: "It's no big deal. I was 17. If you're confused and don't want to have sex then don't. Wait. But if you feel good about it then have sex, but only with someone who feels the same as you."