Make the most of your Prom Night

We have spoken to the people at 4YP Bristol to bring you a little advice and support about making the most of your Prom Night.

Your Prom could be one of the best nights of your life and at Bristol Prom Project we want to make sure your experience is a positive one. We want it to be a night you remember for all the right reasons.

Make the most of Prom

Prom is one of the best nights of the year where you get to celebrate the end of school, end of exams and the start of a new future!

It can also be a time when you might feel under pressure to snog someone, maybe even have sex, drink or take drugs. Don’t regret one of the best nights of your life by making bad decisions…

Getting it on

Whatever your mates might say, only YOU know if and when you’re ready to get with someone. Whether it’s pulling a guy on the night or going further with a boyfriend or girlfriend, only you know when the time is right.

If you don’t want to do something, be confident and say no. If your mates or your partner are true to you, they’ll really respect that. And if they don’t, they’re probably not worth it!

Going all the way

The decision to have sex is an important one and the first time should be special. You can’t have your first time twice and many people have regrets about having sex before they are ready. You can make it a good experience by making sure you are both certain about your decision and that you have contraception sorted through a 4YP service:

How do I know if I am ready?

•Do you feel you could say no and that would be okay?

•Are you sure nobody is putting pressure on you?

•Have you checked that your boyfriend/girlfriend is ready too?

•Have you thought about condoms and contraception (something that stops you from getting pregnant) and got it sorted?

•Are you sure you won’t regret it tomorrow?

•Are you sure you’re not just doing it to keep up with friends?

If you are still worried then talk to someone. There are loads of services that can advise and support you in Bristol.

It doesn’t matter whether you are straight, gay, lesbian, heterosexual, or bisexual – these services are there for you.

Drink

Some people drink because it makes them feel more confident and sexy. Only problem is that it stops you making good decisions.

You’re more likely to be taken advantage of, assaulted and even raped. Look after yourself and your mates and never walk home alone.

Here are some tips about staying safe

And here’s more info about sex and alcohol

Drugs

There’s a reason why drugs are illegal. They have a massive effect on your health and on your body. Some can make you hallucinate, some will make you paranoid and some will make you sick but ALL will change your ability to make good judgements.

If you or a friend want support because you’re under pressure to take drugs or you’re already taking them, visit Opening Doors Bristol:

If you just want more information about drugs visit Talk to Frank:

Many Thanks to Jess and the team at 4YP Bristol for their help and support in providing this information for our site.

All School leavers should have the opportunity to attend their prom with confidence and in style. School leavers from homes where money is short should have no less right to the experience than anyone else.