{"title":"Love, Stella","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSay hello to their very first baby doll!\u003c\/strong\u003e The first time you catch your little one shushing their baby, tucking them in, and popping the soother back in exactly the way you do — that's the whole magic of Love, Stella. These are the dolls that turn your child into the caregiver, and it is unbearably sweet to watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThey're soft right through, made for real cuddling and safe to sleep with. My First™ dolls are the tiniest, at 10 inches of completely soft snuggle for babies and up. Love, Stella Baby Dolls are 12 inches, with a seated design and removable clothes made for toddler hands learning to dress, change, and care for their baby. Every doll comes with a magnetic soother that clicks satisfyingly into place — a small detail that gets used a hundred times a day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe collection grows with the play, too: feeding sets, a potty set, and immersive play sets with child-size accessories so your little one and their baby can do everything together. The range includes a variety of skin tones and boy dolls as well, so every child can find their baby. And the best news for parents? They're machine washable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Love, Stella collection?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLove, Stella is Manhattan Toy's collection of soft baby dolls, accessories, and play sets, designed to encourage nurturing play, empathy, and social-emotional development in babies and toddlers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between My First dolls and Love, Stella Baby Dolls?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMy First dolls are 10 inches and completely soft with sewn-on onesies, perfect as a first snuggle doll for infants and up. Love, Stella Baby Dolls are 12 inches with a seated design, removable clothing, and a diaper, best suited to young toddlers from 12 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do Love, Stella dolls have magnets?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach doll comes with a magnetic soother that attaches to the doll's mouth, encouraging nurturing play and interaction. The magnets are sewn securely into pouches inside the dolls and soothers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Love, Stella dolls machine washable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Wash cold and air dry, no bleach, and untangle the hair with your fingers before drying. If the stuffing shifts a little in the wash, just massage it gently back into shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre there boy dolls in the Love, Stella collection?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the collection includes boy dolls in both the 10-inch My First and 12-inch Baby Doll ranges, along with a variety of skin tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere can I buy Love, Stella dolls in Canada?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRight here at The Playful Peacock. We're a Canadian, mom-run toy shop, and we ship across Canada, hand-packed with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFind the baby your little one will love, rock, feed, and refuse to leave the house without.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"love-stella-doll-12-5-light-beige-with-brown-pigtails","title":"Love, Stella - Doll 12.5\" (Light Beige with Brown Pigtails)","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA soft baby doll who sits up all by herself! Love, Stella is 100% soft from head to toe, with embroidered features, fabric hair in brown pigtails, a plump little tummy, and a bitty belly button just right for tickling. Her signature magnetic pacifier clicks straight into place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eShe's built for a toddler's first nurturing play. The weighted bottom means she sits unassisted, so she can join in at the table or wait patiently on the rug for her next cuddle. Her clothes and diaper come off and on with hook-and-loop closures, giving little ones a gentle way to practise dressing — and a very serious job to take charge of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy we love the Love, Stella Doll:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSits Up on Her Own:\u003c\/strong\u003e A gently weighted bottom keeps her upright and ready to play, no propping required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignature Magnetic Pacifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clicks in and out easily, so soothing the baby becomes part of the routine your child invents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClothes and Diaper Come Off:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hook-and-loop closures let toddlers dress and change her independently as those skills grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft From Head to Toe, Ages 1-3:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully soft with embroidered features, sized at 12.5\" for holding, hugging, and carrying everywhere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this doll safe for a one-year-old?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — she's designed for ages 1 to 3. The body is entirely soft with embroidered eyes and features rather than hard plastic pieces, and at 12.5\" she's substantial enough for small arms to wrap around and carry without being unwieldy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is doll play good for toddlers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChild development researchers have found that caring for a doll gives children real practice at nurturing, empathy, and friendship — the foundations of emotional intelligence. Feeding, dressing, and settling a baby lets toddlers rehearse the care they receive themselves, which is why doll play tends to appear so early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePacifier in, pigtails neat, and ready for a cuddle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Manhattan Toy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48728272503038,"sku":"MT168160","price":48.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0527\/4448\/7112\/files\/MT168160.jpg?v=1786916925"},{"product_id":"love-stella-doll-12-5-peach-with-blonde-pigtails","title":"Love, Stella - Doll 12.5\" (Peach with Blonde Pigtails)","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMeet the baby doll made for a toddler's very first cuddles. This Love, Stella doll has peach skin and soft blonde fabric pigtails, with gently embroidered features, a round little tummy, and a belly button begging to be found. Her magnetic pacifier clicks straight in whenever it's time to settle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAt 12.5\" she's just the right size to be carried from room to room, and a gently weighted bottom means she sits up on her own — perfectly happy waiting on the rug or pulled up to the table at snack time. Her outfit and diaper come off with easy hook-and-loop closures, so little ones can take charge of dressing and changing all by themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy we love the Love, Stella Doll:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA First Doll to Nurture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feeding, rocking, and settling her gives toddlers a gentle way to practise the caring they see every day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStays Sitting Upright:\u003c\/strong\u003e Her weighted bottom keeps her seated on her own, ready to join in wherever your child sets her down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePacifier That Clicks In:\u003c\/strong\u003e The signature magnetic soother pops in and out easily, small hands entirely capable of managing it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDressing Made Simple, Ages 1-3:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hook-and-loop clothes and a removable diaper that build early dressing skills through play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this doll safe for a one-year-old?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — she's made for ages 1 to 3. Everything is soft, with features embroidered into the fabric rather than added as hard pieces, and her 12.5\" size suits small arms nicely for carrying, holding, and taking along to bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between the dolls in this collection?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey share the same soft build, magnetic pacifier, and removable clothes — what changes is how they look. This one has peach skin with blonde pigtails, and the others in the range come in different skin tones and hair colours, so families can choose the doll that feels most like their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePigtails tied, pacifier in, and ready for whatever the day brings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Manhattan Toy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48728332468478,"sku":"MT168170","price":48.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0527\/4448\/7112\/files\/MT168170.jpg?v=1786917071"},{"product_id":"love-stella-doll-12-5-brown-with-black-pigtails","title":"Love, Stella - Doll 12.5\" (Brown with Black Pigtails)","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSoft, snuggly, and ready to be looked after — this Love, Stella doll has brown skin and black fabric pigtails, with sweetly embroidered features and a round tummy complete with a little belly button. Her magnetic pacifier clicks neatly into place at nap time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEverything about her is built for small arms. She's soft the whole way through at 12.5\", light enough to carry from room to room, and weighted just enough at the bottom to sit up unassisted wherever your child parks her. The clothes and diaper fasten with hook-and-loop, so toddlers can take charge of dressing and changing without needing a grown-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy we love the Love, Stella Doll:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSits Wherever She's Put:\u003c\/strong\u003e A softly weighted bottom holds her upright on the floor, the sofa, or a spot at the table.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMagnetic Pacifier Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e The signature soother clicks in and lifts out again, simple enough for the smallest fingers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy Dressing, Ages 1-3:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable clothes and diaper with hook-and-loop fastenings that grow early dressing skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft Right Through:\u003c\/strong\u003e No hard pieces anywhere — features are embroidered into the fabric, so she's made for squeezing and sleeping beside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Love, Stella dolls good for toddlers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe details are all scaled to what a one- to three-year-old can actually manage. She sits by herself so play doesn't stall, her pacifier attaches magnetically instead of needing careful fitting, and her clothes fasten with hook-and-loop rather than buttons — so a toddler can care for her independently from the very start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich doll should I choose from the collection?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey're identical in build and features, and differ only in appearance. This one has brown skin with black pigtails, while others in the range come with different skin tones and hair colours — many families pick the doll that most resembles their own child, or simply the one their little one reaches for first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePigtails, pacifier, and a pair of arms ready to hold her.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Manhattan Toy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48728333648126,"sku":"MT168140","price":48.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0527\/4448\/7112\/files\/MT168140.jpg?v=1786916773"},{"product_id":"love-stella-doll-12-5-light-beige-with-black-pigtails","title":"Love, Stella - Doll 12.5\" (Light Beige with Black Pigtails)","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA first baby doll with light beige skin and black fabric pigtails, made entirely soft for the very smallest arms. Her features are stitched right into the fabric, her tummy is round and plump, and her belly button is exactly where it should be for finding. A magnetic pacifier tucks in whenever she needs settling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eShe's 12.5\" tall — big enough to feel like a proper baby, small enough to be hauled around the house all afternoon. A little weight in her bottom keeps her sitting upright on her own, and her clothes and diaper fasten with hook-and-loop, so getting her dressed becomes a job a toddler can genuinely do alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy we love the Love, Stella Doll:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade to Be Carried:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully soft and light at 12.5\", she goes wherever your little one goes, from the kitchen floor to bedtime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpright and Ready to Play:\u003c\/strong\u003e A weighted bottom means she sits on her own, so she's always part of whatever's happening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Pacifier That Just Clicks:\u003c\/strong\u003e The magnetic soother attaches in an instant, letting toddlers settle their baby all by themselves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect from Age 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e Everything is soft with stitched features, and the hook-and-loop clothes suit the earliest dressing attempts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you clean a Love, Stella doll?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSurface wash only. Spot clean the body with a damp cloth and mild soap, then let her air dry fully — a machine wash or a soak can affect the stitched features and fabric hair. The clothes come off separately, so those can be freshened up on their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo the outfits swap between the dolls?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — every doll in the Love, Stella collection is the same 12.5\" size and build, so clothes and accessories move freely between them. 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