A new doll that mimics breast-feeding is coming to the States. Some argue that the doll makes little girls grow up too fast while others think it’s the best way for a little girls to connect with their mommies.
Called “Breast Milk Baby,” the doll sold in Europe through Berjuan Toys for $89 allows children to imitate the act of breast-feeding by using a special halter top that comes with the toy.
The commercial shows a little girl, probably around 7 or 8 years old, putting on the halter top, which is from a colorful material with two flowers positioned where nipples would be. When the doll’s mouth is brought close to a sensor embedded in the flower, the baby makes motions and sounds consistent with suckling.
As a breast-feeding mom, I am huge advocate for promoting rights for breast-feeeding moms and believe that this may grow the popularity of breast-feeding, but a breast-feeding doll geared for girls seems a little too much!
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View the video below and tell us what you think.
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