The Secret Life Of An American Teenager

This past Monday, January 26, 2009, there was a new episode of The Secret Life Of An American Teenager on ABC Family. During this episode, fifteen-year-old Amy was going to the doctor to find out the sex of her baby. Meanwhile, her boyfriend Ben longed to be with her while she discovered this wonderful news. He claimed that the man should be with his girlfriend/wife for support. However, Ben is not the father of the baby nor her husband. As a result, Amy did not want him to come with her because she thought it would be awkward since he has never seen her stomach. In response, Ben was upset, but he did not beg or force her to let him join. He only wants to make sure she is comfortable and happy. This event in the show displays the man as thoughtful and caring. Through Ben, the audience sees men as having a sensitive side. Considerate boyfriends and/or husbands are willing to do all they can to ensure their wife or girlfriend is content.