Wondering “Can teens get pregnant in The Sims 4?” You’re not alone—this is a perennial question among Sims players who want to create more challenging or realistic family dramas. The short, definitive answer? No, teen pregnancy is not possible in the unmodded, base version of The Sims 4. But that’s far from the end of the story. Creative players have discovered workarounds, mods, and story tricks that open up this gameplay possibility. If you’re curious about integrating teen pregnancy into your Sims’ lives—or just want to understand how all this works—you’re in the right place.

The Base Game’s Take: Why Teens Can’t Get Pregnant

Let’s start with the essentials. The Sims 4 base game draws a strict line between teens and adult life stages. Only Young Adults, Adults, and Elders can use the “Try for Baby” interaction or become pregnant by normal gameplay means. For teens, those social options are locked away. You might notice flirty interactions, some “WooHoo” in select cases (with mods or expansions), but mention of pregnancy? That’s missing entirely—by design.

This restriction is not an accident. It’s intentional, largely to maintain the game’s teen-friendly rating and to avoid potentially controversial storylines out of the box. This isn’t to say The Sims 4 never touches on big real-life issues, but when it does, it treads carefully. So, for players on consoles or those averse to mods, teen pregnancy simply isn’t part of the official gameplay loop.

Using Mods: Woohoo Wellness, Wicked Whims, and More

If you’re playing on PC or Mac and open to using mods, a whole world of possibilities opens up. The most popular and sophisticated way to enable teen pregnancy is with the Woohoo Wellness & Pregnancy Overhaul mod. This isn’t just a “flip a switch and now teens can get pregnant” type of mod. It adds layers—moodlets, parental reactions, emotional depth, even the ability for parents to offer or withhold support. For example, a pregnant Sim teen might feel anxious, embarrassed, or outright desperate, and their parents may react in ways that reshape the entire household dynamic. It’s the kind of detail that can kickstart rich stories but comes with a bit of setup work.

wicked whims is another big name in Sims modding. While best known for more mature content, this mod has built-in toggles for enabling “Try for Baby” in the teen life stage (alongside other advanced features). If you want your Sims’ lives to get complex quickly—or just want more control over romance and family structure—this mod can do it, with caveats.

These mods aren’t officially supported and can sometimes conflict with each other. For instance, woohoo wellness might not work well alongside other pregnancy-related mods like MC Woohoo. Always back up your Saves and check for compatibility lists before diving in. And keep in mind, mods only function on PC/Mac—not on PlayStation or Xbox.

Mod-Free Workarounds: Aging, Cheats, and the Gallery

If you’re allergic to mods or play on console, can you still make the gameplay work? Actually, yes—with a little creativity and some cheats. The classic trick is to use “cas.fulleditmode” to temporarily age up your teen Sim to Young Adult. Here’s how it works:

  • Open the cheat console (Ctrl+Shift+C on PC).
  • Type testingcheats true to enable cheats.
  • Enter cas.fulleditmode then shift-click your Sim to enter Create-A-Sim.
  • Age up the teen Sim to Young Adult, then use “Try for Baby” until they’re pregnant.
  • Go back to CAS and age the Sim back down to teen.

The game will keep the pregnancy regardless of life stage, so you effectively get a pregnant teen without mods. Of course, this does mean you’re bending the rules—and you miss the nuanced moodlets and reactions that mods provide. Still, it works and lets mod-averse Simmers explore teen parenting stories anyway.

Another approach? Download a premade pregnant teen Sim from the in-game Gallery. Many creators share Sims created with these workarounds, which you can drop right into your world. If you’d like to learn more about pregnancy in general, Gamerant’s guide and TheGamer’s complete guide offer deep dives on mechanics and tips.

Tips for Realistic Storytelling

Once you’ve enabled or simulated teen pregnancy, the real fun begins: telling your own story. Mods like Woohoo Wellness let you add consequences—emotional, social, or financial. Will your Sim’s parents react with compassion, anger, or indifference? Does the teen stay in school, leave home, or get support from friends? The Sims 4 isn’t just a life simulator, it’s a stage for your imagination. And if you lean into the roleplaying, playing out the ups and downs of a pregnant teen can be a surprisingly rich narrative challenge.

Without mods, things are simpler, but you can still use social events, aspirations, and clubs to simulate real challenges—think after-school support groups or demanding relatives. And aging down a new mom Sim to teen after birth lets you weave in that “teen mom” storyline from a slightly different angle.

Pitfalls and Precautions

Before diving headfirst into modding or heavy use of cheats, a few words of caution. Mods, especially large ones like Wicked Whims, may not always play nicely with future game updates. Corrupted saves, glitches, or lost progress aren’t unheard of. Keeping regular backups is essential. Also, if you use mods, periodically check for updates and always read the mod maker’s instructions—compatibility can shift as the game evolves.

And remember, if you play on console, your options are limited. At time of writing, mods are not supported on any console version, so you’ll need to stick to the cheat or Gallery methods described above.

For more general pregnancy mechanics and tips (including twins, triplets, and gender selection), visit Eurogamer’s pregnancy guide or explore the Sims Fandom pregnancy wiki.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I enable teen pregnancy in The Sims 4 on console?

Unfortunately, mods are not available for console (PlayStation or Xbox) editions of The Sims 4. Your best workaround is to temporarily age a teen up, get them pregnant, then age them back down using cheats. Just know that this lacks the deep emotional system found in modded PC gameplay.

Is teen pregnancy safe for my Sims 4 save file?

If you use mods, especially complex ones, always back up your saves. Mods like Woohoo Wellness and Wicked Whims are widely used but can sometimes break with updates or in combination with other mods. If you only use cheats to age up/down, the risk is minimal, but always be prepared for the occasional unexpected bug!

Are there negative consequences in gameplay for pregnant teens?

In unmodded (cheat-only) play, pregnant teens don’t experience unique moodlets or social consequences. With Woohoo Wellness, however, expect a lot more drama—disappointed parents, worried friends, emotions like panic or joy, and new social options that reflect the in-game challenges of teen pregnancy.

Where can I find pregnant teen Sims to download?

Try searching the official Sims 4 Gallery for “pregnant teen” or similar keywords. Many Simmers upload households where they’ve used mods or cheats, allowing you to avoid the fiddly setup and jump right into the story.

Will my pregnant teen be able to attend school?

Yes, pregnant teens will continue school as normal, unless a mod specifically changes this behavior. Woohoo Wellness, for example, allows you to tailor the story for expulsion, support programs, or other realistic twists if you desire—offering fresh ways to shape your Sims’ futures.

What happens if I use multiple pregnancy mods?

Mixing multiple pregnancy mods (e.g., Woohoo Wellness and MC Woohoo) can sometimes cause conflicts—overlapping features, bugged moodlets, or even crashes. To stay safe, stick to one major pregnancy overhaul mod at a time and always follow each modder’s compatibility guidelines.

Expand Your Gameplay: Resources for Curious Simmers

If all this has you eager to try a new family challenge or social drama, check out the following resources for more tips and inspiration:

Whether you want to challenge yourself with complex family dynamics or just add a little more realism to your Sims’ stories, there’s always room for more drama in The Sims 4!