It was never a big deal with my friends. I had my first (and only) boyfriend at the age of 18. He is now my husband. I think it's more embarrassing in comparison to society in general. You'll hear things like "Everyone's had their heart broken". No, I haven't. Not in a romantic relationship anyway. Or "My first kiss was when I was 8". Mine wasn't. I was 18 with that same first boyfriend and now husband. I personally wish I've had more life experience in that realm but I'm also very happy with my husband now so then I think maybe it doesn't matter in the end. My lame-o internet boyfriend I had when I was 17 and only met in person once doesn't count.