My grandmother collected Barbie dolls, I have them displayed high up on a shelf and they're the first thing I see when I walk into my room. I like to think that she's watching over me, and that I am preserving her legacy and adding to it. 💜
@bubblsbubbls32433 жыл бұрын
My grandmother collected teddy bears!💗🧸💗 I remember trying on one of the bears hat and glasses 👒👓!
@C.K.Productions3 жыл бұрын
@@bubblsbubbls3243 that's so precious!!! I remember having a really nice teddy bear when I was little with really fancy clothes, I always wanted to try them on too 😂
@LoveKanye-yz7ly3 жыл бұрын
Awww 🖤🖤🖤
@emesisxx3 жыл бұрын
I love how you fight for children's rights like a mother lion. ❤️🌈
@mysadending3 жыл бұрын
I was that kid who played and held onto toys a lot longer than average. Thankfully my parents didn't jump the gun. During the routine visit to my doctor who treats my panic disorder, my mom simply asked the doctor if this type behavior is okay. Given my panic disorder, the age gap between my cousins/family members and I, plus the fact that I did have friends who had similar play, my doctor told them not to worry that I would grow and change at my own rate. (I know all this because my mom actually discussed this with me one day.) I glad they let me be and continued to simply support me. Looking back, I think it allowed me to have better social skills (worked in management for years dealing with both customers and workers) and encouraged creativity (a degree in Fine Arts). Parents don't be to hard on your kids. If you don't know something then reach out and ask the professionals.
@DawnAndDusk63 жыл бұрын
You are everything I want to be when I grow older!
@strudel_reviews3 жыл бұрын
We Stan a business person who loves to collect dolls in this house thank you very much ETA: a fun little tid bit is that dolls and fashion go together like bees and honey so sometimes If someone (like me) has an interest in fashion they may also have an interest in dolls
@PandiLand3 жыл бұрын
in highschool i wanted to be a fashion designer, now i make clothes for barbies and im like....oh this makes so much sense. ^_^
@jenniferjohnson23143 жыл бұрын
When I was 15 I was still playing with my Barbie dolls and my brother told me I was a big baby and no one my age played with dolls anymore. Thankfully, my mother told him it was OK for me to play with dolls whenever I wanted. Oh how I loved my Barbie camper! Thanks mom in heaven. I'm 53 and still playing with my dolls! I love this channel with all my heart! ❤
@canbe19453 жыл бұрын
Mommy you need to start putting the topics you speak on in the title or description because honestly I think they’re just as important as the doll ❤️❤️
@MyWorldMelissa3 жыл бұрын
I’m afraid to look like I’m trying to be sensational, but maybe I should try it. Thanks!
@freya15483 жыл бұрын
@@MyWorldMelissa I think that maybe one subtitle would be good, don't go overboard. It might bring in more people because they will know you do doll reviews but you also talk about other important topics, so its not just 20 minutes talking about a single doll, its you also talking about how dolls are for everyone at any age, etc. Honestly I am half here for the dolls and half here for the topics you talk about, especially LGBTQ+.
@tammygabriel55063 жыл бұрын
I'M 54 and still love dolls. All kinds of dolls.
@slytheringingerwitch3 жыл бұрын
I'm 48 and I still love dolls. I don't collect all dolls but they make me happy.
@Cash.money263 жыл бұрын
I’m a special needs adult and I never grew outta dolls bc I felt like they were a sense of comfort and a relieve of my anxiety so to me dolls are too precious to get rid of
@QueenCloveroftheice3 жыл бұрын
Same for me and Pokémon plushies! I have so many they’re displayed on bookshelves in the gaming room lol
@Cash.money263 жыл бұрын
@@QueenCloveroftheice tats awesome
@basicallyperidot52993 жыл бұрын
What a way to start a video!!!! I remember my little sapphic self making my Barbies date lol. I had Ken but thought that Barbie and Barbie made a better couple.
@berticechepyha77283 жыл бұрын
You are SO right about not having age limits on doll collecting! I am sliding closer to 60, and returning to doll collecting after 20 years or so. I was teaching for 32 years, and now I am caring for a 90+ parent. Doll collecting keeps me sane. This Barbie Extra girl came from Amazon yesterday. Got to love her hair! “Bruiser” suits her little dog perfectly! Thanks for your unboxing, and for your honest commentary.
@RattusRattus3 жыл бұрын
I’m 23 and just started collecting monster high last year - they’ve brought me so much joy! Love your message, there’s nothing wrong with loving dolls! 🥰
@stephenthejupiterian3 жыл бұрын
I love you! "Look if your kid is gay they're gay. Whether you let them play with dolls or not."
@emelielyndra68123 жыл бұрын
I remember i was ashamed of liking/playing with dolls after hitting age 10, i would go into toy stores and buy dolls and got so scared when i saw my classmates while going home. I told them it was for my small cousins. I played w dolls until I was 13, then i began collecting them at age 18 when i realized there is no shame in loving dolls. I love how you adress it! People get upset by people who have different interests than themselves. We grow in so many ways and giving up dolls and toys doesnt equal maturity.
@martinabuttmann79963 жыл бұрын
You where speaking truth and nothing but truth about the childhood!!!! Love you!!!! Not only for your videos but also for how you see life 😘
@victimred28612 жыл бұрын
I am 47, and had my first Barbie when I was 6.I still love and collect dolls now
@Izzy-hr3cw3 жыл бұрын
I’m 21 and collect Rainbow High dolls and Chanel handbags 😂
@happiestplace37543 жыл бұрын
I literally just watched the first 20 seconds and completely got my life!!! ❤🧡💛💚💙💜. Love you, perfect parenting advice.
@Ihavethesamebirthdayasemuotori3 жыл бұрын
You're literally my comfort youtuber because im 13 and my family doesnt support me buying dolls and i love watching your videos because i cant buy dolls myself :)
@okimimcdonnell64543 жыл бұрын
I'm a PROUD LGBTQ+ mom and I couldn't be more proud of my son. His not just my son but my bestie!
@brenden85482 жыл бұрын
what you said about collecting dolls is so true! i don’t see why it’s seen as socially acceptable to collect other things such as action figures, funko, etc yet dolls are taboo for some reason? it’s never made sense to me. i have always loved dolls, and i gave them up for many years. now that i make my own money, i immediately began recollecting!
@zenamorgan17542 жыл бұрын
I love how excited you get about having the dolls
@MarinaThe90sBarbie3 жыл бұрын
Ok but I’m SO excited for this doll!! 🤩 Love her style and pet obviously! I also love the name you chose, reminds me of Elle Wood’s Bruiser!! 🙈🤩💗 And also thank you for the message in the begging... it’s truly important and necessary for people to hear 💞
@marianoalexanderjung3 жыл бұрын
Nobel Prize for this words!!! Simple true. Thank you SOOOOOOOOOOOO much for this! ;*
@erodadolls3 жыл бұрын
I think the sunglasses sould have been yellow or maybe light orange :) 💞
@tamahoshio3 жыл бұрын
It's weird because for collecting i love anything, and my fashion/aesthetic tastes lend toward Rainbow High, Monster High, Bratz more than anything BUT for repaints i LOVE Barbie Fashionistas?? My art style drawing is closer to the slim face though
@TheSableNet3 жыл бұрын
Yas empriel queen. I love dolls and im 28 going on 29 and still love them thank you thank you i needed to see and HEAR THAT
@e.d.t.3 жыл бұрын
I actually like the outfit on this one. It seems more cohesive and cutesy than the outfits in the last wave.
@britziahernandez56873 жыл бұрын
I love Dolls in general
@ennisfoster34273 жыл бұрын
Love you Mommy and love your son so much and I love your channel for many years and still do
@juderuiters53483 жыл бұрын
I love that doll it is super cool with her long hair she looo like arian grande
@sw1tchbl4des3 жыл бұрын
speaking from my own experience as having to grow out of dolls, i definitely felt more pressured than anything to get rid or put them away. the pressure came from peers, because by the time i was 12 my classmates were already grown out of them. idk i felt weird abt still liking them. and now at being almost 16 im getting back into monster high :)
@ton96983 жыл бұрын
I was rushed out of playing with dolls. I was told it was time to grow up and start preparing for college at 8 years old. I’m in college now but the the doll collecting has come back in full force and I couldn’t be happier! :)
@aprilblose58473 жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh I love your tea cup (tink is my favorite Disney character ever) 💜💜💜💜
@Iheartreviewingstuff3 жыл бұрын
I do like the charms on her necklace but I think I might skip wave 2 for the extra dolls and spend money on the curvy ocean Barbie ♻️💚 and the playset with the lounge chair 👍👍👍
@QueenKesshōHatake3 жыл бұрын
I'm an adult but, love barbies. I never want to grow up.
@JayofallTrades3 жыл бұрын
I played with dolls until I was 20 and I loved them. But at 18 i was teased by my friends that said dolls are kids toys. I held onto my childhood because my parents divorced at a point in my life where i was going from teenager into adulthood and I wanted something that made me feel that comfort and safety of being a child. I'm well into my 30s now and i still collect dolls. I started with porcelain then barbies to bratz and now i love them all. PS I made a charm necklace cuz i dont wear bracelets. I loved mine. I need to remake it as it tarnished.
@Zanthxs3 жыл бұрын
Thank You for your Wise Words. I wasn't permitted dolls and my mom was lawyer's secretary for Mattel at California headquarters. My sister was flooded with Barbies, related toys, accessories and others. I was allowed Hot Wheels. Now I have over a few hundred Barbie line dolls and counting. I love them and they have names! Oh yeah, I'm 63 and a man. Peace and Many Thanks! And super cool pet Bulldog! Gotta get him! Her for the hair!
@dark_diva_queen3 жыл бұрын
I love your Doll collection you are the coolest lady on earth
@charliecaturnip44383 жыл бұрын
I still played with dolls and mostly petshops in middle school with my friend until we were like 12 or 13 until we got the wii and we were super into just dance so we naturally got into this instead of toys. But I'm 23 and I still love toys especially blind toys and I would even love to design my own. But everytime I speak just about playing animal crossing to my mom or grandma they're like "oh you're such a baby you live in your own world" spoiler alert I'm neuro neurodivergent so I live in my own world regarding if I like "baby" stuff or not. My cousin is 16 and she had such a short toy playing period like by 12 or 13 she had musically and spend all the times with her friend on her phone. Now shes 16 and party drinking so yeah you can say she grew too fast
@lucifersapphire841211 ай бұрын
That was a beautiful comment. My parents never let me play with dolls, all I ever wanted for my birthday and Christmas was a Barbie 😭 now as a grown man I buy my own Barbies💅🏽
@torist0ry3 жыл бұрын
I was so insecure until you were talking about how teenagers can have dolls I am 18 years old so I'm sort of an adult sort of not and I still have my Barbie dolls and some that I'm buying I've been very embarrassed to tell my friends but my mother supports me and my father and just my other sister is that don't so I was really happy when you mentioned this ☺️
@reshiramlodke38843 жыл бұрын
The aggressive support at the beginning of the video brings me joy
@slytheringingerwitch3 жыл бұрын
I am one of those who doesn't like RH or OMG dolls, but I like MH, EAH and quite a few others. I only like and collect the ones I like but I don't get annoyed at those who like the dolls I don't like, as you know, each to their own. No one should stop you from collecting what you want and making you happy.
@oroontheheels3 жыл бұрын
I love your doll reviews for positive messages and inclusivity! I’m 30 and i collect dolls too. So many people criticised me for that just because it’s “childish”. Many expect me to give up my prized possessions to their kids because “toys are for kids you don’t need them”. Like please why would I spent time and money assembling my collection, choosing only toys I reeeally like, if i didn’t care??
@tinyobscurities79983 жыл бұрын
I don't even collect play line dolls, but I soooo love watching your videos for your fun, spunky personality. I really admire your honesty when it comes to dolls you like and you don't and that mention your links are affiliate links in regards to amazon(many youtubers don't disclose that.) Your laughs always make me feel so warm and fuzzy inside, I can tell you are a genuine collector with a huge heart. Also, I love your little side tangents, I hope this doesn't come off weird, but it almost feels like I'm just hanging out with a friend who is talking to me about their day and showing off their doll. "Tiny mutant mouse" cracked me up!!!
@CustardCream22 Жыл бұрын
Well said! I wasn't allowed female dolls as a child. I still resent it all these years later. Totally hair Barbie was one I always wanted. But you're right, it didn't stop me from being gay! ❤🧡💛💚💙💜
@KatieFagan813 жыл бұрын
I love blue! 🤣
@Ihavethesamebirthdayasemuotori3 жыл бұрын
I AM IN LOVE WITH HER
@jeremybrown67633 жыл бұрын
I love your rants. You really have the best understanding on life.
@aldajonasdottir64002 жыл бұрын
Omg you are so amazing you have a beautiful collection barbie extra are so amazing😍
@Charlies_collectibles3 жыл бұрын
So excited by the Extra dolls! 🤍
@giannagabrielleoria15132 жыл бұрын
I have a that doll too i like her style and everything😁❤️
@CandyToyTwins3 жыл бұрын
❤️Barbie!!
@toykeyper89143 жыл бұрын
Her necklace reminds me of the plastic charm necklaces that were super popular with kids in the 1980s :)
@alyssaXE3 жыл бұрын
I’m so used to having “big headed” dolls since I love Bratz. So getting nana surprise, lol omg and possibly in the future a rainbow high dolls for me have normal proportions. When I get a Barbie I feel like their heads are so small 😅
@nearey39773 жыл бұрын
I thought I was the only one. 😆
@Aviescquien3 жыл бұрын
That opening! Ive never heard a mommy say that so boldly before. As an adult who was gay and played with dolls as a child this statement is 100000% true. Got to let kids be kids and just play how they want.
@missk57123 жыл бұрын
My mom told me I was too old for dolls at 12. And then my dad sold them at a garage sale without my permission. Now I feel like I'm reclaiming something that was stolen from me.
@kimberlyholcombe34383 жыл бұрын
My young son played with dolls and he isn’t gay. He just like the idea of having babies to carry around the house
@nymphsuperstar3 жыл бұрын
The intro is fabulous
@sarachamberland70803 жыл бұрын
Love 💕🌈
@gabrieltupas76673 жыл бұрын
I'm a grown adult man. 30 years old. I'm proud of collecting Barbie! I love this Barbie EXTRA doll!!!
@jaekacz49193 жыл бұрын
Ok I will be honest, I have not been on the the barbie extra train but if i were to buy one it would probably be her since she is gorgeous!!
@michellexlawless3 жыл бұрын
The next pink collection doll looks right out of dynasty…and the new repro 🥰🥰🥰 Have you seen the new look dolls???
@MT-lv7yg3 жыл бұрын
I have many dolls n my Collection nothing wrong it
@gieslazech14893 жыл бұрын
24.99 at target and scalpers have lost their mind on Amazon
@gabrieltupas76673 жыл бұрын
Scalpers need to 🛑 stop
@lizzy65553 жыл бұрын
I so so so LOVE your videos! 💖💖💖
@fraankdecena3 жыл бұрын
Simple! .... I love you
@jessicaadler21333 жыл бұрын
I have to do a speaking for my English exam and I'm doing on diversity in dolls because I still enjoy them
@PiBaby5503 жыл бұрын
Hi Melissa! I just went to target and I saw it retailed for $24.99😭👌🏽💕 love you!!!!!!!!!
@flowersarah1402 жыл бұрын
Yes I obsessed with doll and I 10 years old but my dad says im to big for playing doll and your right I watch your Videos every day 😭
@Lunasera2 жыл бұрын
I had a huge Barbie-Collecrion as a child but what really hurt was getting rid of my My little Ponies. I had a collections of 30 from the second generation (early 2000s) and a few from the first Gen. Nowadays there's no way of getting them again without spending ridiculous amounts of money. My Barbies were in pristine condition and now as I restarted collecting dolls I really miss having all those accessoires and stuff. I decided to never tell my future children they are too old for anything.
@nathantisdale20133 жыл бұрын
Yeah I only like dolls that have somewhat normal proportions. Barbie is the ultimate doll in my opinion. Mattel need to get the quality of the 90’s back but I believe it will happen to an extent. You seem lovely by the way 😊
@riccee52423 жыл бұрын
I think there's a big difference between playing with dolls and collecting dolls
@KAriedoll2 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this vid, you are so down to earth. If they make more extra dolls curvy, then I might get into to the extra dolls. For right now, I'm not really sold because while I like their movements, I can't stand to see the visual separations in their limbs. I like the fashionistas because of their realistic body forms, and lots of them come in curvy (but of course their movements are limited).
@CHEMP0P3 жыл бұрын
15 "fashion pieces" haah... but how many hologram stars are in that heart I wonder, anyone count them? Joking aside, I really appreciate your message on growing up. This EXTRA line is very tempting to collect (not a fan of the big head dolls), but I'll probably wait to see what the new Monster High look like first.
@whiteapple62653 жыл бұрын
I'm a 45 years old woman and i love dolls....Every time i buy a new one my neighbor asking me: How old are you princess? Me: I'm 45 and i love dolls..and i have enough money for them...Luckily my mom understand me... or just says nothing...XD Oh and i have a gay friend who doesn't like dolls. One of my cousins always playing with dolls when he was little, and walking around with her mother's bag. Now he is a married man with children! :)
@alexandergonzalez90963 жыл бұрын
I love your videos! You are so passionate when you're talking about any doll, even if you hate it hahahaha
@andreibenedictmendiola15533 жыл бұрын
these dolls cost around $45 here which is quite steep but she's so cute! wish her hair was a different quality though
@beverlyfrederick53622 жыл бұрын
On March 14, 2022, it was $22.99 at Target. Love Her Periwinkle Hair ♥️
@rehannagyaba87233 жыл бұрын
🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
@yuffiefan76373 жыл бұрын
It's funny. I don't like baby-like dolls but the more elder ones like barbie. I can't with the LOL's biiiig heads and eyes, but i think Rainbow high has it kind of toned back so i still like them. I collect barbie, Monster high and Rainbow high since they are more mature with barbie being an adult and the high lines being jung adults/teens
@sassbugminis3 жыл бұрын
i got her at target for $24.99! tried to price match to the Extras usual online price of $21.99 but it didn’t register bc the target had stocked them before Mattel announced the new ones so they weren’t on the website yet. i found #8 there too for the same price. also i love your tinkerbell mug!
@Holcee3 жыл бұрын
Obsessed with ur channel!!!! Love this video, you are so lovely
@kimmyymmik3 жыл бұрын
The sound of your jewelry is asmr for me! Also your voice is crisp and I love it :D
@kattriella13313 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad you link the doll stands you use. I'm planning a series of custom Sailor Moon dolls soon, and I will need good quality stands to hold them.
@soniaalmeirante57463 жыл бұрын
Hello dear, I just love your channel, and yes I agree with you, I have the same age you have and love all kind of dolls.I don't find any problem with that , but sometimes people do not understand.....So thank you so much for your words. Best regards from Portugal and keep the good work you do.
@katyaroberts78403 жыл бұрын
I was waiting for you to make a review on this doll!!!!! Thank you so helpful!!!!!!
@monsterhigh66bratzillaz283 жыл бұрын
Nice Video
@RML23653 жыл бұрын
You inspire me to stand up for everyone 🌈✨❤️
@rodbleach78213 жыл бұрын
I'm your biggest fan 😉
@gracesunshine3 жыл бұрын
I absolutely prefer OMG and other big headed dolls, but honestly who doesn't like a cool Barbie?
@PlaywithEthan3 жыл бұрын
Love her! Lovin her hair!🤗💜
@danielfranca36663 жыл бұрын
I am the kind of person that LOVE Barbie, I’m not really into the other type os dolls, specially the ones with big heads hahaha I love monster high too, ever after high kind like it too, but Barbie is the one for me
@deadbeatsadcat3 жыл бұрын
This is probably one of the best dolls with the Millie facemold imo and the outfit reminds me of the fashion fever line. I definitely played with Barbies up until 7th or 8th grade. I stopped buying any new dolls for a few years but started up again later in high school, like junior or senior year, when I wanted to collect my childhood favorite nrfb.
@slappathehutt3 жыл бұрын
Love, love, LOVE her! That face sculpt is boring for my taste however her amazinggg her and outfit totally makes up for it! She's so beautiful and I can't wait to add her to my collection 💗
@Zanthxs3 жыл бұрын
Paid Amazon 29.99€ and love her!
@apriltubby41242 жыл бұрын
My daughter absolutely loves the barbie or the Disney princess dolls. For some reason the larger head dolls have not visually appealed to her
@CrunchCrunchCrunchyCrunch3 жыл бұрын
I recently started to collect dolls, and I have to say that they're comforting me, especially the big surprise Na Na Na doll I bought since I don't get the feeling from them that I need to be extra cautious.