V.M. asks from Lincoln, MA on October 26, 2010
Baby Dolls
Hi - I know it's a bit early to ask about Christmas but.... I'm looking for a baby doll for my 2 year old DD. There are so many options (who knew?!) - plastic bodies vs soft bodies, sizes etc - does anyone have any recommendations? DD is obsessed with changing the diapers and putting her toys "to bed" - so I'd like a line that has lots of accessories in that area (eg: diapers, pjs, etc), but not necessarily a doll that "pees" or cries (yikes!). As it's a xmas gift I'm not too concerned about a low price, I would really just like to find one that is sturdy, cute, will last and has easily purchased add-ons. Suggestions would be hugely appreciated! Thanks in advance!
So What Happened?™
Thanks everyone for the great suggestions! The American Girl Dolls really do look amazing and from the sounds of it, they are worth the investment. Good thing I have a few months to save up! ;-) All stories and suggestions are greatly appreciated!
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N.A. answers from Stationed Overseas on October 26, 2010
Both my girls liked the Cabbage Patch dolls that came with cloth/velcro diapers and other accessories (I think they were "Cabbage Patch Kids Newborns" and came with a change of clothes, bottle, baby carrier and I think one or two more things). They were the perfect size for them at that age! Since you are not concerned about price you could also throw in/buy some other accessories like the 5 in 1 baby doll "kits" that come with things such as pack-n-play, stroller, high chair, baby bag, etc. (different kits have different accessories. Here are a couple of ideas you might find helpful:
Tolly Tots 5-in-1 Graco Doll Stroller
Doll Play Set with Playpen (can be found at Target)
Hope this helps!
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A.N. answers from San Antonio on October 26, 2010
Try Baby Alive, the makers of the same doll that pees lol. They have 2 "1st For Me" dolls. The Sips & Cuddle doll makes drinking sounds when you give her a bottle, and giggles when you hug or cuddle her. The Moonlight Lullaby doll plays music and baby sounds and has a glow in the dark shirt.
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S.P. answers from New York on October 26, 2010
Our daughter loves her Baby Stella. It is cloth, and she was given it when she turned one. I don't know how many accessories though. It has some, but maybe not to the extent you'd like.
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E.L. answers from Boston on October 27, 2010
Bitty Baby is the sweetest doll there is.
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N.A. answers from Stationed Overseas on October 26, 2010
Both my girls liked the Cabbage Patch dolls that came with cloth/velcro diapers and other accessories (I think they were "Cabbage Patch Kids Newborns" and came with a change of clothes, bottle, baby carrier and I think one or two more things). They were the perfect size for them at that age! Since you are not concerned about price you could also throw in/buy some other accessories like the 5 in 1 baby doll "kits" that come with things such as pack-n-play, stroller, high chair, baby bag, etc. (different kits have different accessories. Here are a couple of ideas you might find helpful:
Tolly Tots 5-in-1 Graco Doll Stroller
Doll Play Set with Playpen (can be found at Target)
Hope this helps!
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J.T. answers from Dallas on October 26, 2010
i love the american girl bitty baby - LOTS of accessories available.
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S.H. answers from New York on October 26, 2010
American girl dolls are so expensive but boy do they last. My little girl is dying to get her hands on Julie so I think Santa is going to have to scrape up 120 bucks this year. The bitty baby is smaller for little hands and cheaper too. We also have a few cabbage patch dolls, a baby alive, a you and me snuggle doll and her current favorite, Corolle Baby Lia who speaks different languages and sounds like she is peeing after she drinks. Go to toys r us and find her the perfect doll. It doesn't have to cost a fortune but you'll know it when she sees it. We make a trip to the toy store this time every year to watch their faces light up at "THE" toy and then go back when they aren't with us to get it. Have fun looking!
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H.L. answers from Cleveland on October 26, 2010
There are accessories available for mei tai baby carriers out there, and doll diapers! Check etsy.com. too cute.
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T.S. answers from Boston on October 27, 2010
I got my son a baby doll at 2 for Christmas, and he's 4 now and still plays with it. I got a very basic all plastic doll (because he like to take things into the bath tub with him) and my other requirement was that I wanted it to be anatomical, and roughly the size of an actual newborn. I ended up getting the same kind of doll we have at the school I work at.
The doll is well made (they have survived years of institutional. use), anatomically correct (available in both sexes and in a variety of races), 17 inches long, and not too expensive. It's not from a "line" so there are no specific accessories to it, but the stores are filled with clothes for 17 inch dolls, and accessories too. Our only problem is that Duncan (that's what my son named him) is a boy, and there are NO boy's clothes out there for 17 inch dolls! I have gotten him very small preemie clothes in stead.
Here is the doll my son has: http://www.discountschoolsupply.com/Product/ProductDetail...
You'll have to search for the sex/race you want. Also, I highly recommend School Discount Supply for toys, games, and art supplies. We use them all the time at our school and are rarely disappointed. The products are almost always great (every now and then something is disappointingly flimsy, but would probably be fine for home use... ) the service is good, and they ship fast.
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