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At what age do you think it’s appropriate to get a doll?

Oct 3, 2021

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    1. My granddaughter has her birthday close to Christmas so I bought her a vinyl Volks MSD girl. The doll is kept here so I can not only supervise playtime with doll but also the clothes changed. We play together as I have an MSD girl as well, but resin. It's a fun way for us to share a love of something that isn't video related. My granddaughter is 8 and in time she will either grow to love dolls even more or not, but for now we have this to do together.
       
      #41 animemom, Feb 15, 2022
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    2. I don't tend to think of age limits when it comes to dolls more about financial. Espescially as I am a firm believer you do what you want with your money as long as not a menace to the world.

      For my own dolls I am likely to be protective. I worked hard to purchase them and would be unlikely to lend them out unless in the hobby or close to me. And I was and am hard on a lot of my things.

      Responsibility may come with age and experience but people are all different. So are kids.
       
      #42 Facethefake, Feb 15, 2022
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    3. If they're dolls I consider works of art, I wouldn't give them to someone too young or rather...not appreciative enough. Other than that, as long as you love them and they bring you happiness, there shouldn't be an age limit.
       
      #43 maple.honey, Jun 11, 2022
    4. I was always very careful with my toys as a child, so I think it really depends on the child. That being said, BJDs are very expensive. I agree with the other people who have said starting with an Obitsu or a fashion doll might be better. They are also smaller, so that would make it easier for smaller hands to play with.
       
      #44 polimite, Jun 11, 2022
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    5. I think it depends on the maturity and personality of the child in question.

      For example, I got my first American Girl doll at 8 and even though she was playline, I knew she was expensive and treated her as such; I brushed her hair regularly and kept her fairly clean, even though I did actually play with her.

      On the other hand, I have friends and relatives who had AG dolls at the same age whose dolls' hair was constantly tangled and weren't well taken care of.

      I would still say 8 is too young, but if they're like in 4th or 5th grade and understand the delicate nature of the dolls, I think that a cheaper one might be a good option for a child. Something slightly more durable like a Smart Doll might be a good option as well.
       
      #45 scrunch, Jun 18, 2022
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