Where Do I Find a NICE Baby Doll...

Updated on January 18, 2012
I.G. asks from Seattle, WA
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that doesn't break the bank. My friends 10 year old has a couple of really nice, big (20" they can wear real baby clothes) and somewhat realistic looking baby dolls but they don't seem to make them any more... or am I looking at the wrong stores?
I have checked Target and ToysRUs and even our little indie toy stores, but all I can find are either cheapo dolls, ones with huge painted on eyes and stuff or ridiculously expensive imports from Europe. I know of "Bitty Baby" but I would prefer a bigger doll.
I mean I am not looking for a "reborn" doll, just a "baby-looking", "baby-sized" doll that isn't $75+... this is for a little girl playing not collecting...

So do you know of a "NICE" baby doll for play? Any fav brands, stores (I will purchase online if need be)?
Thanks a lot!

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C.T.

answers from Santa Fe on

Madame Alexander has some dolls that are less expensive and they look nice and normal. Melissa and Doug make a nice looking baby doll too. Crazy how so many of the affordable baby dolls now a days look so weird!!!

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S.M.

answers from Washington DC on

I have no idea on prices, but American Girl Bitty Baby dolls are beautiful. My daughter also has a Corelle doll that is very nice. Madame Alexander has a range of prices for their dolls, but they also make a cheaper line which is not as nice.

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E.T.

answers from Albuquerque on

Corolle makes nice dolls, but they're the same size as Bitty Baby (much nicer, too, in my opinion). We found that was the best size for our little girls so they could hold and carry them. They range in price from $20 - $80 and you can get them at Amazon. The more expensive ones are nicer, but even the cheaper ones are decent quality.

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T.M.

answers from Philadelphia on

My mother in law used to get our girls Madame Alexander dolls. I am not sure of the price. The dolls were exactly like you described. They look and feel so real. They even came in a sleeper and little hat, like you would leave the hospital.

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O.A.

answers from Portland on

I bought a doll for my daughter from this website last year. I've been pleased with it, although they don't have the same doll I got, anymore: http://www.dollsbysandie.com/index.php?l=product_list&amp...

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A.V.

answers from Washington DC on

Consider Bitty Baby or My Twinn babies. My SD had a Bitty Baby and my aunt got the My Twinn for my DD. I like the Twinn a little better, but both have held up to play.

For clothing, you might consider http://www.dollclothessuperstore.com/mam.html - her clothes are quality and her customer service is really good.

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K.A.

answers from Portland on

My daughter has an American Girl Doll, and they also make Baby Doll's. They are $50 for the doll, diaper, clothes, teddy bear and a book. Really well made and they have a "Doll Hospital" for accidents... like markers on the face :-) My daughter loves her American Girl Doll! They are online at americangirl.com and arrive quickly after you order.

L.G.

answers from Eugene on

Go on the European sites. They have the best dolls. I have bought fantastic ones in toy stores there. Carl Franz Weber has baby dolls (babypuppen) from 35 SwFr. That's around 37 dollars.
It's only in German and French far as I can tell. I speak and read German fluently. But even high school French can get you through the site.
My daughters loved their Sasha dolls which they have until this day. They let their children & friends play with them.
I don't know what a Sasha doll costs these day but they are a collectable which you friend's daughter will appreciate since she will age out of the doll stage very soon.

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W.C.

answers from Seattle on

Internet! You would be surprised at what really cool gems you can find.

B.W.

answers from Minneapolis on

What about a handmade doll? You can find plenty on Etsy. I make cloth dolls and they are really cute, and very simple. They aren't 'baby' dolls, but they do appeal to the younger crowd. These are the most popular...
http://www.etsy.com/listing/69799999/custom-cloth-baby-gi...

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D.A.

answers from Portland on

We like Correll dolls, too. I did have to find a replacement on the net, because the arm of my dd's just broke at the shoulder. It didn't come out of the socket, it actually kinda tore. Which is strange for the rubberized/plastic material. She was 3 and had a tendency to carry her by the arm.

I only paid 14 for the replacement and I think 20 for the first one.

Be careful of all the baby dolls with tons of noises, actions, etc. I can't believe they make baby dolls that drink and pee. What next?

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A.W.

answers from Seattle on

Correll dolls are good. There is a local store called SnapDoodle Toys in Bothell (off Lake City way-I saw you were from Seattle) and I bet they have them. Give them a call. They are not bank breakers and they are good quality.

http://www.snapdoodletoys.com/

Any smaller/locally run toys stores will probably have these dolls.

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