Toy Gift Guide Best Babies, Dolls and Accessories

The best dolls and accessories for babies, toddlers and big kids

Greetings! We’re so glad you’ve landed on one of our incredible What Moms Love Gift Guides for Kids. If you’re in the midst of frantically searching for the perfect toy for your child (or niece, or nephew, or friend’s kid, or…well, you get the picture) you can breathe a sigh of relief, because this is where you’ll find it. The gift that will not only get gasps of excitement when opening, but one that won’t be relegated to the bottom of a deep, dark storage bin.

As a little girl we can remember playing with our dolls for hours – feeding, dressing and caring for them like they were our real-life friends (they were…weren’t they?). Kids seem to have a natural attraction to babies and dolls, and they are wonderful toys that help teach them important qualities like empathy and affection, and are one of the best toys for imaginative play.

Whether you’re looking for your baby’s first doll, or something unique and new for your tweens budding collection, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve tested these toys in real-life situations – with babies, girls and boys, toddlers and tweens – and have only recommended the cream of the crop. The ones that they naturally gravitated towards, played with for the longest, and never wanted to let go. Ever.

You can’t go wrong with any from our list – they’ll be the ones that have to sleep next to them at night or join you at the dinner table. And don’t miss the section with our must-have doll accessories – these items really take creative play to a whole new level.

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BEST BABIES AND DOLLS

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - Corolle babicorolle

COROLLE BABICOROLLE (BIRTH AND UP)

The Corolle Babicorolle is a super soft 9 ½” plush dolly that gets top rating on our huggability scale, and is the perfect starter doll for even the youngest of babies. The doll’s velour outfit is sewn on for safety, and it’s extremely light-weight and easy to cart around. And with Corolle’s stellar quality, this doll will withstand years of love – so it’s a good thing it can be thrown into the washing machine for cleaning. It comes in several different styles, including this adorable one with a Panda dress(editor’s note: this doll is irresistible! Each of my daughter’s got one when they were babies and it was an instant favorite for them both. My 5-year old still cuddles with hers at nighttime. It is a must-have!)

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - Manhattan Toy Snuggle Pod

MANHATTAN TOY SNUGGLE POD (6 MONTHS +)

Gosh we just adore these Snuggle Pods from Manhattan Toys – and kids do too. Each one comes with a soft baby which fits snuggly into its own pod, lined with silky satin. These babies will be taken out and put back in over and over and over again – it really increases the playability, and as one of our toddler tester’s told us “I wove to tuck in”. 

There’s multiple fun designs including Pea, Bug, Bunny and Peanut, and even 2 Peas In A Pod which includes 2 smaller dolls (perfect for twins!).

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - Manhattan Toy Stella

CUDDLE+KIND

Whether you consider it a stuffed animal or a doll, these stunning hand-knit creations were instant favorites with every child who got a chance to “meet” them. Each cuddle+kind doll is made by hand by artisans in Peru who are provided with a fair trade income, and are made with non-toxic, high-quality cotton – so they are as safe as they are cuddly.

And to top it all off, for each cuddle+kind doll sold, this amazing company gives 10 meals to children in need. So scoop up a Chloe the Bunny or Aspen the penguin and you’ll not only be giving an heirloom quality gift, but you’ll be helping in the fight against hunger.

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - Manhattan Toy Stella

MANHATTAN TOY BABY STELLA  (12 MONTHS +)

Another plush doll we love is Baby Stella. This award-winning doll is one of our favorites because she’s not only super cute, but has fun features that encourage imaginative play: her magnetic pacifier attaches to her mouth and is so addicting for kids to place on and off (we do wish it had a leash on it to stop it from getting lost, but a little ribbon and thread would solve this problem), and she comes with a removable outfit and diaper.

If you opt for the Sweet Sounds version, you’ll hear a funny pacifier sucking noise when the paci is attached (kids loooove this!), giggling when her foot is pressed and “mama” when her hand is squeezed. (editor’s note: my girl’s have the Sweet Sounds version and play with her constantly, but I will say the only draw-back to this version is that the battery pack inside Stella makes her a little less soft. However, they don’t seem to mind!)

Stella comes in a variety of skin tones and hair styles, and even has a little brother! There’s also a new Wee Baby Stella which is smaller and lighter – perfect for 1-2 year olds who often struggle to carry a heavier, larger doll. The Stella collection also has a variety of soft accessories from feeding sets to bath tubs and pottys that are great quality and could work for any doll. 

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - Corolle Mon Premier

COROLLE MON PREMIER BÉBÉ (18 MONTHS +)

If you’re looking for your child’s first “real” doll, then look no further than Corolle’s Mon Premier Bébé. This 12” doll is the perfect size for a young child to cradle in their arms, and has a beanbag-style body that keeps it soft, but posable. It also has eyes that open and close (which kids find endlessly fascinating), and Corolle’s signature subtle vanilla scent. There are several different babies in the Mon Premier line, each with a different eye color, skin tone and outfit. There’s even a bath-friendly version which features an easy-to-hang-dry hook and cute accessories.

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - Melissa and Doug Mine To Love Dolls

MELISSA & DOUG MINE TO LOVE 12” DOLLS: (18 MONTHS +)

We would be doing you a disservice if we didn’t mention our other favorite 12” doll, the Mine To Love line from Melissa and Doug. All these dolls (including the popular “Jenna”) have open-shut eyes, removable outfit and cap, and a pacifier. We love that she can also suck her thumb and has a skin-tone body (which makes a difference when it’s time to put on that ballet leotard). Some of the dolls in this line also have brushable hair or varied skin tones. At under $20 they’re hard for both adults and kids to resist. 

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JC TOYS LIL’ CUTIES TWINS WITH STROLLER (AGE 2+)

These Lil’ Cuties Twins have long been our go-to birthday gift for 2 and 3-year olds. You really get a lot of bang for your buck and kids swoon over this cute set of twins. You get two 8 ½” vinyl dolls (they have some give to them but aren’t super cuddly) with moveable arms, head and legs, each with their own removable top and diaper. Because of their smaller size and adorable expressions kids take to these dolls immediately, and they’ll get lots of “they’re soooo cute”s (even older kids can’t resist).

The accompanying stroller-wagon has so much playing power – the dolls sit in it perfectly, and it even makes a sweet (not annoying, we swear) bell sound when it’s pushed. After our 3-year old testers had finished giving these babies a ride, there was a long line of other dolls and stuffed animals waiting for their turn. We even tied on a piece of string to the handle so they could pull them around for a longer walk. To top it off, these Lil’ Cuties are great in the bath (in fact, there’s even a bath version which comes with a working bathtub instead of a stroller!)

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - Melissa and Doug Mine To Love Dolls

THE DOLL KIND (3+)

These gorgeous 18” soft dolls from Kind Culture Co. will not only become your child’s new bestie, but will also empower and inspire them to create a kinder world. Each doll comes with a kindness kit and 10 tokens which are meant to be given out as a “Pay it Forward” act of kindness. Whether they leave them with a familiar face (a teacher, bus driver, friend or family member), or with a stranger (a kind waitress, nurse or the new girl in school), they encourage deeper thinking, communication and emotional development. Better yet, for each doll purchased, Kind Culture Co. donates a doll to a child less fortunate.

The kids we introduced to these modern dolls connected with them immediately and didn’t want to let them go. Our new favorite: The Peace Doll with stunning crown braids, sheer fairy wings and the sweetest pink tutu. They all come beautifully packaged, ready to give as a truly special gift. 

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TOYMAIL TALKIE (AGE 3+)

Have you seen these super fun “Talkies” that easily let your kids stay connected with family or friends? First featured on Shark Tank, the genius concept launched the brand that now gives kids a way to voice chat without putting them in front of a screen. Simply set-up your child’s talkie using the Toymail app (iOS, Android and Kindle compatible), and create contacts they can send and receive message from – perhaps their Grandparents who are cross-country, a favorite aunt in Iowa or even a sibling down the hall.

Kids can then press the contacts button on the back of their Talkie to select the recipient, and then press the record button to record and send a message. The recipient will receive an alert on their phone (or their Talkie if sending Talkie-to-Talkie) and can send a message back. Take a look at this video to see how easy it is:

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This high tech “doll” has so many ways it can be used – from an amped up “walkie talkie” for siblings or friends to giggle with, to Grandparents who want to feel more connected, to parents who work late or travel – it’s really a magical way to let a child know they’re always in your thoughts.

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - Barbie Careers

BARBIE CAREERS (AGE 3+)

It’s hard to hide your kids from the popularity of Barbie, and while we’re not huge fans of the ones that come ready for a night on the town in a skimpy party dress, we do love their new line of Barbie Careers where Barbie tackles different jobs in the “real world”.

There are some great sets that include Barbie and a smaller friend that have loads of playability. Our favorite is the Barbie Gymnastics Coach where the smaller “student” doll can be clipped onto the bar and spun around – so fun! The PediatricianDentistVet and Twin Baby Doctor sets were also top picks for our 4-7 year olds who played with them for lengthy periods of time.  

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - Lottie

LOTTIE (& FINN) DOLLS  (AGE 3+)

In stark contrast to a lot of scantily-clad dolls out there, the award-winning Lottie line is like a breath of fresh air. Lottie dolls were designed specifically to be relatable, age-appropriate (no makeup, jewelry or high heels!), and a positive role model. We love the smaller 7 ½” size of these dolls – they’re perfect for little hands, easy to bring along on adventures and extremely playable for smaller dollhouses. All of Lottie’s clothes have a crazy amount of detail, yet are easy to take on and off with Velcro closures. And the Lottie line just expanded with the introduction of her play buddy, Finn!

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - La Loba Handmade Dolls

LA LOBA STUDIO SUPERHERO RAG DOLLS + CUSTOM DOLLS (AGE 3+)

We stumbled over the dolls from La Loba Studio on Etsy, and holy moly are they amazing. They’re handmade in Hungary and are just about the sweetest things we’ve ever seen. The superhero styles are our favorite, with removable cape, skirt or shorts, and mask. You can even add a personalized name patch or customize your entire order to make it look just like your child. This is a super special gift and one that will be kept and passed down for years to come. Please note, due to the handmade nature of these dolls, allow a few weeks for them to made and shipped before your gift-giving event.

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WORRY EATERS (AGE 3+)

A doll that can help your child with monsters under the bed or separating from Mom? We’ll take three! These ingenious dolls feature a zipper mouth where kids can place their worries, so they don’t have to hold onto them. Use it as a tool to talk to your child about tackling problems, anxieties and developing coping skills. The Worry Eater gives a kids a chance to separate themselves from their worries and spark meaningful conversations.

We weren’t sure how kids would react to the Worry Eater, but after explaining the concept, we provided them with small pieces of paper to draw or write their worries and they really latched onto the idea. Conversations about self-esteem, confidence and “what’s real” followed. And at the end of the day, if they don’t connect with the idea behind the Worry Eater, they make fabulous play friends who can “eat” all sorts of things (ours had a healthy serving of Shopkins and Barbie shoes) or become a carry purse for all their treasures.

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - American Girl dolls

AMERICAN GIRL (AGE 5+)

We’re sorry to do this to you, but we simply can’t have a list of the best dolls without including American Girl. Yes they are extremely pricey, but their quality is top-notch, and the brand appeal with older girls just can’t be beat. If you want to get squeals of delight (or even tears of happiness) when your gift is opened, then you’ll have to bite the bullet and splurge on an American Girl doll. We love their Truly Me collection which lets you customize the doll’s skin tone, hair and eye color, and hair length and texture (straight, curly, wavy, bangs) to match their own.

You also can’t miss their Girl of the Year (for 2018, it’s the farm girl and chef-in-training, Blaire), which is only available that year (hello collector’s item!) and therefore is always highly coveted.

We also highly recommend American Girl’s line of smaller 14 ½” dolls, Wellie Wishers. They have the same high-quality features and styling, but are easier to carry around and less expensive (hoorah!). But be warned – because of their smaller size, you’ll need to buy a whole additional wardrobe once you upgrade to the full size dolls! Check out the Doll Accessories section below for tips on how to dress your American Girl doll on a budget!

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - Barbie Careers

DC SUPER HERO GIRLS (AGE 6+)

Whether your child has watched the DC Super Hero Girls show or not, these flexible, colorful action figures will surely inspire their inner hero. The 12” dolls feature several points of articulation, which gives them the ability to perform fun action poses and stand by themselves – much more than your typical Barbie!

They also come in a 6” version which still offers flexible movement, but differs in their molded clothing and hair. While we’d recommend the 12” version for everyday play (they were a big hit with both our girl and boy testers), this 6” set is fantastic for taking to restaurants and on road trips! Either way, you can’t go wrong with the powerful, girls-can-do-anything message these super heroes embody.

THE BEST DOLL ACCESSORIES

OK, so hopefully you’ve now decided on the perfect doll for your gift, but you’re not done yet. What will take it over the top are the right accessories. These are the items that will really spark your child’s creativity and make their dolls come alive. From clothing to strollers, to a place to sleep at night, these dolls are going to be spoiled rotten. Come along and we’ll show you our favorites.

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - Doll Clip-on High Chair

OLIVIA’S LITTLE WORLD MULTI-FUNCTIONAL DOLL BEDS

We love these pieces from Teamson’s Olivia’s Little World line because they’re not only super cute (those polka dots!), but they have so much play power. The College Dorm Double Bunk Desk offers 3 different areas of play: the desk area (with chair and storage for accessories), hanging space (for clothing or backpacks) and of course the top bunk for taking a snooze.

The Princess Baby Doll Crib with Cabinet and Cubby offers a stylish sleeping space, but also has an incredible amount of storage for accessories like extra clothes, diapers and blankets that can be tucked away out of sight when not in use…a small victory for all moms who know the doll-accessory-explosion all too well.

And finally, your child can do it all with the Baby Doll Changing Station– a unique piece that includes a changing table/nap area, a sink/bath (with faux sprayer), a high chair, and a closet with hangers – plus shelves and cubbies for storage! There’s nothing else like this on the market and we assure you, it will be a sure fire hit with any doll lover.

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - Doll Clip-on High Chair

MANHATTAN TOY BABY STELLA TIME TO EAT TABLE CHAIR (12 MONTHS+)

If you’re short on space, consider opting for a hook-on high-chair for your child’s doll, instead of the free-standing variety. We love Manhattan Toy’s Time To Eat Table Chair which is part of the Baby Stella Collection, but also fits other 12-18” dolls (including American Girl) and can attach to most counter-tops and kitchen/play tables. So your child can eat right beside their bestie, and you can even fold it up flat to bring with you to restaurants (because dolly needs to eat too).

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JOOVY DOLL CAR SEAT (2+)

Hands down this is the best doll car seat on the market – with a real 5-point harness, adjustable handle and detachable base, kids love that it’s just like the real thing. It easily fits any doll or stuffed toy up to about 20″ and is super light-weight so it can be independently carried. When out of the base, the carrier can be rocked on the ground to calm a “fussy” baby. ‘

And get this – it has straps with LATCH attachments so it can secured in your car next to your child – which to them is just about the best thing ever. If you have a toddler who is at a stage where getting into the car and buckling in is difficult, we had several parents tell us that having this seat helped immensely. Your child can help buckle in their doll, and then show them how the “big kid” does it.

It’s also a wonderful present for a child who is becoming a big brother or sister, so they can practice their new role with their dolls, and be just like mommy when baby arrives.

But any way your child chooses to use this seat, whether it be in the car or imaginative play, it will get lots and lots of love.

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TWIN JOGGING STROLLER FOR DOLLS (AGE 3+)

If you’re only going to buy one large accessory for your doll, this has got to be it. Kids just love pushing their babies and dolls around in a stroller. And boy oh boy, do we have the best one for you! Because really, what’s better than taking one doll for a walk? Taking two!

Just take a look at this Twin Jogging Stroller – it easily fits two 18”+ dolls (actually we fit 4, 5 and 6 smaller ones in there just fine) and has some amazing features that real strollers have, like an adjustable handlebar, working sun shade and large storage basket (which can fit a boat load of dolly’s “necessities”). You can even fold it up when not in use (although that won’t be very often) or take it outside for a stroll. Kids of all ages go totally nuts over this (there were some major “wait your turn” moments with our testers!) and we simply can’t recommend it enough.

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - Badger Basket Bunk Bed

TARGET – OUR GENERATION RETRO CONVERTIBLE CAR (AGE 3+)

If you have ample room to “park” this incredible Retro Convertible Car, it is high on our list of must have accessories – our kid testers went completely nuts for it, and it got consistent use over weeks and months of play. Not only does it look pretty darn cool, but it has some really neat features like a working radio with 4 recorded songs, a light up dashboard, and flashing front turn signals. There’s even a trailer hitch which attaches to the Our Generation camper!

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - Badger Basket Bunk Bed

BADGER BASKET BUNK BED WITH TRUNDLE (AGE 3+)

Not all dolls will be able to sleep with your child at night, and they’ll need to be tucked them into their own bed – especially if you have this incredible Bunk Bed with Ladder and Trundle from Badger Basket. Trust us, don’t just get a single bed for one dolly, because they are going to want to have sleep-overs! And at under $45 this set is an absolute steal. It will sleep 3 dolls up to 22”, includes a step ladder and padded mattresses with attached pillows. And if they don’t want to use the trundle as a bed, it doubles as an awesome storage drawer for clothes and other accessories.

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - Corolle Mon Premier Bed

COROLLE MON PREMIER CARRY BED (18 MONTHS+)

If you don’t have the space for the full-sized bunk beds above, go for this lovely soft Corolle Carry Bed. It can be folded up and squished into storage bins, and will fit dolls up to 18” inside the cozy pouch. Kids love to zip them in and carry them around by the handles. And bonus – our kids figured out that the handles can be worn over their arms so the baby is carried backpack style from one play area to the next! A must-have accessory and perfect for those kids always on-the-go.

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DOLL CARRIER (AGE 3+)

Now if your child has a younger sibling that is always being carted around by Mommy in a carrier, a mini-me one sized especially for their dolls makes the perfect gift. ErgoBobaLillebaby and Moby Wrap all make doll-sized carriers that kids can use to mimic their Moms and carry around their favorite baby, dolly or stuffed animal. We love, love, love this for a gift.  

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - Doll Carrier

SHOPPING CART (AGE 3+)

In all honesty, we weren’t sure if these shopping carts would be a good fit for our “best of” list – after all, if you have a doll stroller, do you really need a shopping cart as well? Once we tested them with a slew of girls and boys in the 2-7 age group, the answer was clear: yes, yes, yes! These carts sparked so much imaginative play – we had kids using them as rescue vehicles like fire engines and ambulances, to a winter sleigh ride and sled, and of course, your typical grocery store cart.

This realistic one from Melissa & Doug gets our top rating for it’s sturdy steel construction, folding seat and easy-to-maneuver pivoting front wheels. Beware of cheap imitations which are far less stable and easier to knock over. This one is pretty heavy duty, difficult to tip, and looks just like a mini version of the real thing!

Although we don’t recommend a ton of plastic toys in our guides, this Little Tikes Cozy Coupe Shopping Cart was just too well received from our kid testers to not make the cut. They were in major L-O-V-E. So much playability here – load up the basket with more dolls to act like a stroller, or head to the play kitchen to go “grocery shopping’. So cute, it’s hard to resist!

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CLOTHES (& WHERE TO FIND THEM FOR CHEAP!)

Outfit changes are a necessary evil of every doll’s life. Kids just love dressing and re-dressing them a million times over, and this means only one thing: you will need a lot of doll clothes. And although the clothes are small in size, boy oh boy, are they not small in price. Sure you can buy the matching clothing sets for each specific doll brand and collection, but this can get super expensive. Instead, we suggest searching on a site like Amazon for the specific height of your doll and seeing the matches for popular sizes like 12” doll clothes (this 5-in-1 You & Me set is pretty great) and 18” doll clothes (this one is 5 outfits for under $20!).

Now earlier we alluded to some tips for finding clothes for your American Girl doll for cheap. Well now’s the time we let the secrets out. First, both Target and Walmart offer clothes for 18” dolls which will fit perfectly. At Target look for the Our Generation clothing (their accessories and furniture for dolls are also incredible) which are usually half the price of American Girl sets. If you’re searching at Walmart, check out their Arianna line which will also fit any 18” doll.

For girls that love to have their dolls’ outfit match their own, search for the Dollie & Me brand which offer great matching clothes and PJ sets very similar to what is sold at American Girl, but at a significant discount. We’ve found them at Kohl’s, Macy’s, JCPenney and Zulily.

And the best secret of all: AC Moore, Michael’s & JoAnn fabrics all sell 18″ doll clothes & accessories for a steal. We recently bought a couple fancy sequin dress sets for under $10! Also, consider raiding your local dollar store for kitchen supplies, purses, hair accessories and more.

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MELISSA & DOUG WOODEN DOLL ARMOIRE (AGE 3+)

Now you’ve got all these cheap-but-so-amazing-they-won’t-know-they’re-fakes outfits, you’ve got a problem on your hands. Where, oh where, to put it all. Well the solution is clear, and it’s one that kids reeeeally love: a wardrobe. Yep, a doll wardrobe. And this Wooden Doll Armoire from Melissa & Doug is one of our favorites because it includes details like latching doors, lace-trimmed padded hangers and 2 working drawers (for all those littles shoes!). Your kids may never hang up their own clothes, but believe you me, they will love to organize and hang up clothes for their dolls!

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - You and Me Doll Care Set

YOU & ME 30-PIECE DOLL CARE SET (AGE 3+)

This 30-Piece Doll Care Set may not be the highest quality of all time, but for about $12 you get some seriously amazing pieces to start off your collection, including: 2 velcro diapers (which can fit medium-large dolls), 2 bibs, socks and booties, comb, brush, mirror, plate and utensils, lotion (with working pump!), milk and juice bottles, fillable sippy cup, keys, pacifier, and several containers with working lids…plus, a great little potty and a bag to store it all. Phew. See, that’s a lot of stuff at an incredible price.

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - Magic Baby Bottles

TOYSMITH MAGIC BABY BOTTLES (AGE 3+)

These Magic Baby Bottles are the perfect add-on gift or stocking stuffer for any baby doll lover. The liquid in these bottles magically disappears when tilted (seriously though, where does it go?!) and then fills back up when upright. We could do without the juice (although our kids think it’s funny to give baby a “no-no” drink), but the price is unbeatable and the magic trick never gets old.

RELATED: 200+ Unique Stocking Stuffers For Kids From Babies To Teens (That Aren’t Junk!)

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - Little Cosmetics Makeup Set
LITTLE COSMETICS PRETEND MAKEUP ESSENTIAL SET (AGE 3+)

This is such a fun pretend makeup set that looks incredibly real (no joke, it will totally fool you), but has absolutely no mess (moms, rejoice!). Your kids will have a ball applying this Little Cosmetics set to their dolls while getting them ready for “the Ball”. It includes a pretend compact with mirror, glitter pot, blush, eye shadow, lip gloss (with working roller ball), and real makeup brushes all in a small zip-up cosmetic bag. These look and feel real, but nothing will come off on their skin, or their dolls – no sparkles, no nothin’.

Our 4-5 year old testers couldn’t get enough of this set – applying it to each other, themselves and their dolls. We’re not sure they quite realized it was fake, but they were totally in their element and we hadn’t the heart to tell them otherwise.

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - Braun Hairstyling

THEO KLEIN MEGA BRAUN HAIRSTYLING SET (AGE 3+)

As if applying fake make-up to a doll isn’t enough, you can also inspire some amazing “hair art” creations with this fun Theo Klein Hairstyling Set. Perfect for toddlers to tweens, it allows kids to play stylist with realistic looking tools including a hairbrush, hairdryer (with real sounds and air blowing), hair straightener (which lights up to tell you it’s “hot”), mirror, comb, spray bottle and 4 hair clips. The items are light-weight so younger kids can hold them comfortably, and if you’re gifting a doll with long hair, this will be a winning combination!

Gift Guide Best Toys for Doll Lovers - B. Critter Clinic
B. TOYS B. CRITTER CLINIC (AGE 3+)

At first glance you may not think this is much of a doll accessory, but keep it here. The B. Critter Clinic portable pet hospital makes an awesome accessory for any doll lover. First, it comes with a full doctor’s kit (stethoscope, mirror, syringe, tweezers and thermometer) that tucks away under the rooftop compartment and is great for playing “Dolly goes to the Dr.” Next, it comes with two small stuffed animals (cat and a dog) that are a great size to become dolly’s new pet. And finally, the 6 colored doors become patient rooms or treasure spots for your small dolls and trinkets – and can only be opened with the matching colored key.

This toy will get tons of play time, and will be used in the most creative of ways. Whether it be as an animal hospital, dolly dress-up rooms, or for hide-and-seek, it is a superb toy that is a great addition to any playroom (editor’s note: this is one of my kids’ favorite toys and is played with in super imaginative ways…plus the color coordinated and shape-matching keys offer learning opportunities and gross-motor coordination practice!)So that’s it friends, some pretty incredible ideas for any doll-loving child. But don’t head off just yet, make sure you check out the other guides from our What Moms Love Gift Guides For Kids:

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  1. This is such a great list! My son’s going to be a big brother in a few months so we’re getting him a doll for Christmas!

  2. Oh my gosh! What a neat collection of different dolls and accessories you’ve got here! I have never heard of or seen most of these dolls! We likely don’t have many of them in Canada so next time I’m in the states I will definitely look for some of these! thanks for sharing!

  3. Those worry eaters are fantastic! Totally getting my kids a baby carrier – thinking the Ergo – for when I have #3 in March.

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