Adolescence is a key stage of human development, characterized by decision-making, exposure to risks, and the construction of life projects that directly impact adulthood. In this context, pregnancy and motherhood at an early age represent a relevant issue for nursing due to the personal, social, and educational implications they entail.

Objective: To analyze the experiences of adolescents who participated in a nursing educational intervention using interactive babies, in order to understand their perceptions of early motherhood and the responsibilities associated with caring for a newborn.

Methodology: A qualitative study with a phenomenological approach was conducted in a telesecundaria (distance secondary school). The sample consisted of seven second-year adolescent students selected through homogeneous purposive sampling, who participated in the educational experience using interactive babies.

Results: The adolescents described the experience as interesting and enjoyable, but also demanding. They recognized that meeting a baby’s needs is not easy and involves significant lifestyle changes. Perceptions related to the acquisition of responsibilities were identified, along with social difficulties when interacting with others while carrying an interactive baby, as well as an evident lack of knowledge on topics related to sexuality.

Conclusions: The intervention encouraged reflection on the consequences of early motherhood, demonstrating that it can limit or hinder life projects, particularly regarding the continuation of education and personal development.

Claudia E. Gonzalez A holds a PhD from the University of Guanajuato. She has 30 years of teaching experience at the Autonomous University of San Luis Potosi (UASLP) and previously served as the Director of the Faculty of Nursing and Nutrition. She currently works as the Academic Secretary of UASLP. She is also recognized as a National Researcher by the Secretariat of Science, Humanities, Technology and Innovation (SECIHTI) until 2030.