12 Best Baby Dolls for Toddlers
Updated 04 September 2020
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A baby doll makes a great gift for any toddler that has a nurturing and caring side. It teaches them responsibility and gives them a sense of independence that can only build their confidence.
As you would expect, the market is awash with baby dolls, so which one should you choose? We have looked into it for you and found the 12 best baby dolls out there. How did we do it? We searched for the products with the highest ratings from real parents and removed any that had a bunch of phoney reviews. Keep reading to find the perfect match for the toddler in your life!
1Manhattan Toy Snuggle Pod Lil' Peanut First Baby Doll with Cozy Sleep Sack for Ages 6 Months and Up
This baby doll is designed to provide nurturing play and each doll comes with its cozy sleep sack that it can sleep in while cuddling with your toddler. It is made entirely of soft plush material that is high-quality and non-toxic. Plus, toddlers can take the doll in and out of the sleep sack as they desire.
What we love
- The doll is 9 inches in length and the sleep sack is 12 inches to make it easy to get the doll in and out
- It is the perfect softness for cuddling
What We Don't Like That Much
- There are different dolls available, but they are all sold separately
2JC Toys La Baby- Asian (Colors May Vary), Pink, Purple, Or Blue
This baby doll is one of the best because it has been safety tested for toddlers 12 months and older and it comes with an adorable blanket and pacifier to help promote creative play situations.
What we love
- The baby can be purchased in different ethnicities and color schemes
- This doll is free of all scents and irritation allergies
What We Don't Like That Much
- This doll can be difficult to clean
3Melissa & Doug Mine to Love Jenna 12" Soft Body Baby Doll With Romper, Hat
Melissa & Doug are well-known for creating quality toys for toddlers and this is one of their most popular dolls. The Jenna doll is designed with a soft body that makes it perfect for cuddling up with at nap time and it comes with an adorable romper, matching cap, and pacifier to promote imaginative play.
What we love
- This doll is designed for a toddler's smaller arms
- It has a soft baby perfume scent
What We Don't Like That Much
- There aren't any additional clothes available for the Jenna doll
4Adora Playtime Little Prince 13 inch Baby Boy Doll with embroidered frog sleeper, hat and bottle
Adora is a 13-inch baby doll and is made from a high-quality hypoallergenic material that is entirely safe for toddlers. This doll's eyes are capable of opening and closing and it is designed to be able to suck its thumb.
What we love
- This doll is 100% machine washable
- It comes with an adorable onesie and matching cap
What We Don't Like That Much
- The other accessories for this doll are sold separately
515" Realistic Soft Body Baby Doll with Open/Close Eyes | JC Toys - Berenguer Boutique | 10 Piece Gift Set with Bottle, Rattle, Pacifier & Accessories | Pink | Ages 2+
This baby doll comes with everything that a toddler needs to promote imaginative play. It is made from soft and durable non-toxic material that has been proven safe for kids and includes an extra set of clothes to change the baby out of, including a pair of shoes.
What we love
- This baby doll comes with several accessories, like a bottle and feeding utensils
- Each doll is designed to look realistic
What We Don't Like That Much
- There are other available accessories for this doll, but they are sold separately
6Baby Starters Brunette Olivia Doll, Pink
This Olivia doll is designed to be the perfect baby start for toddlers. It has a cute design and it is made from plush material that is soft and excellent for cuddling with.
What we love
- The doll is capable of being machine washed
- The material is non-toxic and safe for toddlers
What We Don't Like That Much
- There are different versions of this doll, but they are all sold separately
7CHAREX Sleeping Reborn Baby Dolls Boy, 22 Inches Realistic Weighted Baby Dolls Soft Vinly Body, Birthday for Kids
This baby doll is designed to look like a sleeping newborn and it was designed with a realistic weight that promotes creative and realistic play situations for toddlers. He comes with a total of five accessories that make up his overall ensemble.
What we love
- It comes with a crawling suit, doll bottle, and pacifier
- The arms, face, and legs are made from a non-toxic vinyl material
What We Don't Like That Much
- This doll can be difficult to clean
811 inch Soft Body Doll in Gift Box - Award Winner & Toy 11" Baby Doll (Caucasian)
This baby is designed to look like the traditional baby doll and it comes with its polka-dotted onesie and hoodie. It is made from high-quality material and can be purchased in different ethnicities for variation. This doll was tested and approved safe for toddlers three-years-old and older.
What we love
- This doll was designed to promote creative and imaginative play
- The doll is 11-inches, which makes it easy to handle for toddlers
What We Don't Like That Much
- Although the outfit can be machine washed, the baby doll has to be hand washed
9Manhattan Toy Baby Stella Beige with Brown Hair 15" Soft First Baby Doll
This doll is one of the best baby dolls for toddlers because it is designed to be their first. It is made from high-quality non-toxic material, and unlike some baby dolls, this one has all soft doll details, which will not scratch or hurt toddlers when cuddling with the doll at nap time.
What we love
- The doll measures 15 inches from head to toe
- The doll is made from a variety of non-toxic fabric
What We Don't Like That Much
- This doll is part of a collection, but it is sold separately
10Paradise Galleries Black Reborn Toddler Doll, 20 inch African American Baby Boy, Wonderfully Made in GentleTouch Vinyl & Weighted Body, 7-Piece Gift Set
Each of these dolls is handcrafted from non-toxic and durable vinyl material and it is designed with realistic detail, like wrinkled fingers. This doll is 20 inches in length, which is perfect for toddlers' smaller arms to cradle and hold.
What we love
- All of his features are hand-painted to look realistic
- This doll is a collector's quality item
What We Don't Like That Much
- It is a collector's item and it loses value when played with
11Baby Alive, Baby Shark Blonde Hair Doll, with Tail & Hood, Inspired by Hit Song & Dance, Waterplay Toy for Kids Ages 3 Years Old & Up (Amazon Exclusive), Pink
This baby doll combines the traditional baby doll figure with the popular character Baby Shark. The baby comes in a Baby Shark costume and it is designed specifically for water play, but it can be played with in and out of water situations.
What we love
- Very giftable
- The hood and tail costume are removable
What We Don't Like That Much
- It doesn't come with any extra clothes for when you remove the costume
12Aori Lifelike Reborn Baby Dolls with Soft Body African American Realistic Girl Doll 22 Inch Teddy Gift Set for Girl Ages 3
This baby doll comes with a teddy bear that gives a toddler multiple opportunities for creative play. Plus, each doll also comes with a matching outfit to the teddy bear. Finally, each set includes a magnet pacifier and a birth certificate for authenticity.
What we love
- The baby has a soft middle and 3/4 vinyl legs and arms
- This doll can also be a collector's item
What We Don't Like That Much
- The included accessories could be made better
