What do you think about toddler boys playing with dolls?

DS has been doing role playing lately. I think he would love a baby doll. I especially think this is great since he will be a big brother in 3 months. DH is so against me buying DS a baby doll! I think DS would love changing the baby's diaper, feeding the baby a bottle, give the baby a bath, etc.

DH seems so against "girly" toys/activities for DS. Doesn't understand why I would want to cook with DS. Thinks play kitchens are for girls. DH didn't want me to buy DS a toy stroller and this is one of DS's all time favorite toys.

Do your toddler sons play with dolls?
Would you buy your son a baby doll?

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I have let my son play with a baby doll, even in a store! DH was horrified, but then I explained that it teaches him to be a good dad one day. (Another mom passing by smiled and nodded as I said it).

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My DS used to play with DD's dolls and DH was cool with it. I don't think he would have had a problem with me buying him a doll to play with though. He's pretty laid back about that stuff.

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Yes i would. I at the dads that cant handle the omg, my son wants a doll bit. Give me a break. A doll is NOT going to make your boy gay. So, then if i buy my daughter a tonka, she will be a lesbian? Its all so ridiculous, this gender bs.


And, i am not speakingnto your dh. Im saying all in general.

So, yeah, buy the kid a doll if he wants who cares.

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Posted by JennZ

Yes i would. I at the dads that cant handle the omg, my son wants a doll bit. Give me a break. A doll is NOT going to make your boy gay. So, then if i buy my daughter a tonka, she will be a lesbian? Its all so ridiculous, this gender bs.


And, i am not speakingnto your dh. Im saying all in general.

So, yeah, buy the kid a doll if he wants who cares.

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Posted by JennZ

Yes i would. I at the dads that cant handle the omg, my son wants a doll bit. Give me a break. A doll is NOT going to make your boy gay. So, then if i buy my daughter a tonka, she will be a lesbian? Its all so ridiculous, this gender bs.


And, i am not speakingnto your dh. Im saying all in general.

So, yeah, buy the kid a doll if he wants who cares.

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Because everyone knows that no masculine man EVER holds a baby, changes their diaper, etc. Also, there are absolutely ZERO masculine world-class chefs in the world....

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I think it's great. And I'll tell you that going through EI with DS now, one of his therapists talks about how important role play is. So I say if he's into it, go for it. You can also do it with animals. DS looooves to feed his monkey and give it his sippy cup, etc.

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I have no problem if my DS wants to play with a doll.

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I bought ds a doll. He loves to take care of his baby. He even named him. We got a baby dressed in blue. Dh thought it looked more masculine lol He loves to push his baby in the doll carriage or put on it;s hat or in its binkie. I think it's adorable. I refuse to give into gender roles.

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I agree with JennZ.

Landon has strollers, dolls, and carries around a bear with pink hearts on it. Who cares? He is learning how to be a good daddy.

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DS has a stroller and loves dolls. DH and I have no problem with it. He is practicing to be a big brother .

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DS has a boy doll, umbrella stroller, and kitchen. For Christmas, he is getting one of the FisherPrice doll houses.

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I bought a boy baby doll when I was PG to try and get the dog used to a baby. Now my DS loves it, and I say "go get the baby" and he runs and gets it DH kind of at it but he doesn't mind him playing with it. Now, if I went out and bought a doll FOR him specifically that would be an issue with DH.

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If we are at a house with little girls and there are dolls and strollers I would have no problem with my DS playing with it (although he tends to go for the boy related toys) but I would not buy him a doll or stroller to play with at home.

I asked DH if he played with dolls as a child and he said no...he played with GI Joe's, wrestling characters and the like and he is an EXCELLENT father.

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I got DS a baby doll (you and me baby brother) and a blue stroller. He used to love playing with it. . . but now just pretends the stroller is a lawn mower LOL. However, I think it is ridiculous that anyone would have issues with a child playing role play. As an educator there is so much research supporting it!

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Posted by GoldenRod

Because everyone knows that no masculine man EVER holds a baby, changes their diaper, etc. Also, there are absolutely ZERO masculine world-class chefs in the world....

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Does my DS plays with dolls, stroller etc.. Yes!!! He has two girls cousins. He also dances and sings to Justin Bieber. Do I have an issue with it NOPE.

Will I buy him a baby doll or a stroller, NO.

Would my husband have a comment if I wanted too - Yes. Does my DH change diapers - Heck yea. He also helps me pick out boots and clothes for myself. Or outfits for my nieces.

My point is just because a dad says no dolls for DS doesnt mean they are all "I am man, hear me roar" or "homophobes" (not that anyone wrote this specifically).

Do I think parents who buy dolls and strollers for a boy are nuts - Most definitely NOT.

AJ loves the kitchen, and my DH had made a comment. I said maybe he will be an awesome chef one day. So YOU continue to cook with your DS.

I think a man who can cook is sexy. A quality I wish DH had more of. I hate that eating a good mean relies on my 100% of the time

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I wanted to add he does have a little stuff mickey and elmo that he brought from his foster moms house.

When he drops it or leaves it on the floor, I do tell him they are crying. He does soothe them, hug them and put them to bed.

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I have no problem with it. DH has made it very clear to me that he does not want DS to play with dolls.

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I have no problem with it and will buy DS a doll if he shows interest. I told DH I want to buy DS a kitchen and he wasn't happy. Doesn't mean i'm not getting it though bc i am. I think some of it is that many of today's dad's grew up in the 70's and 80's when boys played gi joe, he-man, etc and that is what they know to be the norm. Culturally, there is still a lot of pressure on boys to be boys and girls to be girls, if you know what i mean. Gender stereotyping is getting better but it takes open minded people to keep things moving in the right direction.

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My DS loves baby dolls and pushing them around in the stroller. I don't see why any man should have an issue with this, especially a father. Why can a girl play mommy but a boy can't play daddy?

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I would let my son play with one, but he treats his superhero stuffed animals like dolls, and gives them pretend bottles, changes their diapers, etc.

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Posted by jellybean1420

Posted by GoldenRod

Because everyone knows that no masculine man EVER holds a baby, changes their diaper, etc. Also, there are absolutely ZERO masculine world-class chefs in the world....

My husband is pretty masculine and never played with dolls when he was little...and he changes diapers, feeds our kids, rocks them, bathes them, etc.