March 19th, 2013
WWIB: Baby So Real
Can we do a “Who Wears It Better?” for fake babies? Judges?….The judges have decided that even though these women think they’re real, since the babies are in fact fake babies we can consider them an “accessory” and that is good enough to do a WWIB. So they’re all yours.
Florida & Tennessee
WWIB: Baby So Real,
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I would have been happy to deal with fake poop at times when mine was little…..
March 19th, 2013
The one on the left looks real to me.
March 19th, 2013
Ever think it could be those stupid ‘real life’ babies some health classes make high schoolers take care of? Ours had a head that fell back so you had to support it like a real baby.
March 19th, 2013
They have to have fake babies because they would eat a real baby!
March 19th, 2013
the baby on the left is real. Who sent that one? That’s a real baby!
March 19th, 2013
Baby Land General in Cleveland, Ga., has made a fortune catering to sad people like this, e.g., note the sad face of the lady on the left
March 19th, 2013
The photo on the left is clearly of a real, living baby… did the uploader take the photo in person?
March 19th, 2013
This is just sad.
March 19th, 2013
The Hello Kitty mom looks to be carrying a real baby to me!
March 19th, 2013
people carry these babies when they can’t for whatever reason have a real one. it’s kinda like a false pregnancy in dogs. and i don’t mean that to make fun. i have known, pitt bulls mostly, to have fake pregnancies with stuffed animals. they treat them as babies. people do the same thing. it is sad. and yes, the pic to the left could be a fake baby. you can spend hundreds on these dolls and they really do look and feel real.
March 19th, 2013
the one on the left is “Reborn Doll” they are very realistic and VERY expensive
March 19th, 2013
The baby on the left is not real, it’s called a Reborn doll. They’re made to look real. My niece had one and it really did look real but it was just a plastic baby doll.
March 19th, 2013
The baby on the left has “flip flop sandals”on. No fake baby has actual toe slits its just one piece of plastic. That baby is real. The one on the right looks like that fake baby I had to use in high school for 3 days.
March 19th, 2013
‘Baby’ on the left is in fact a doll. Look at that woman…. who’d impregnate her!!!!!!!!!! Yikes
March 19th, 2013
I’ve had several children that had to do the fake babies for school. Although I love powm, this one is a bit lame for that reason.
March 19th, 2013
They’re holding “Reborn Dolls.” To each his own, but I think its a toy that should be left at home.
March 19th, 2013
Maybe the one on the left has a 3 yr. old granddaughter who insisted that Gramma hold her baby doll when Gramma didn’t feel like going in Walmart and waited in the car. I would for my granddaughter. I would even act like it was real just to make people who were walking around taking pictures at walmart think I was crazy. Ha ha, just because I can.
The baby on the left looks real, but I have seen the ones parenting classes use and they look, feel, and “act” real, so it’s hard to tell with this picture.
March 19th, 2013
The posting of these pictures is insensitive, even for this site. The women carrying these dolls likely could not have children of their own, so they carry and “care for” dolls like these. Having had THREE unsuccessful pregnancies of my own, I can understand the types of feelings that would lead these women, and countless others like them, to care for dolls instead. Luckily I was blessed enough to also have three successful pregnancies, and three healthy beautiful babies. Let’s show some compassion, folks.
March 19th, 2013
Did you all ever stop to think maybe these people have a mental disability? There is a mentally retarded woman in my town who carries a baby doll with her everywhere she goes. She is in her late 40′s but has the mind of an 8 year old. It would be perfectly normal to see a little girl carrying a baby doll around so why is it such a horrible thing to see a grown adult handicapped woman doing it?
March 19th, 2013
The baby on the left is REAL! The baby in car is NOT real!
March 19th, 2013
Mayhap these women have reasons beyond ‘accessorizing’ to carry fake babies? Like class requirements?
If not, I submit that they both need psychologists.
March 19th, 2013
@ WATSON
Every time these fake babies show up several people make the comment you did. While what you say IS true; schools usually use cheap dolls or a sack of potatoes.There are women (never men) that actually make these super realistic dolls (oops, babies) and sell them for thousands of dollars each. You are usually required to “prove your need for a baby” and promise to care for it as a real baby They do a great job making realistic looking babies but the whole industry and clients are SICK.
March 19th, 2013
If they were only breast feeding I could really get sick and my jollies at the same time.
March 19th, 2013
How many years did they flunk to still be in the high school parenting class?
March 19th, 2013
The person on the right seems to be trying to prevent her face from being photographed :\
Seems kind of rude to run up to a car like that and take a photo…
March 19th, 2013
The baby on the left is a REAL baby. I’ve had 3 of the Reborn Dolls and even though they look real as can be there are significant features to tell real from fake. The baby on the left is NOT a Reborn Doll. SMDH
March 19th, 2013
A lot of womwn get this when they have a hysterectomy (can no longer have children).my friend got one after she was treated for ovarian cancer. so yes they are an accessorie. and do look very life like thats the point.
March 19th, 2013
Who are the commenters calling for civility and sensitivity, and what in the name of all that is Holy are they doing on this site?? If you think we’re all a bunch of big meanies for making fun, then please go away.
March 19th, 2013
I was the one who took the picture on the left. It’s definitely fake, I was with two friends who actually held them. That lady was there with her friend who had a fake one in a stroller. They said they make them and sell them for 500+ dollars online. They had diaper bags, a baby carrier, stroller and were buying them socks and clothes. They even went as far as kissing them and caressing their bodies as if they were real. I have other pictures… creepiest thing I’ve ever experienced.
March 19th, 2013
They had plastic babies, because the birth control failed
from the plastic lover fathers
March 20th, 2013
In Florida, when a parent must take a state mandatory parenting class;
some programs require the mother to learn infant care on a fake baby.
In other words: the state deemed these people to be such HORRIBLE parents that they have to learn on dolls.
March 20th, 2013
The baby on the left is a real baby. I doubt it’s even a month old.
There could be a dozen reasons why the older lady on the left is handling a fake baby. Her daughter/son could be taking a class that requires the baby be monitored at all times. Some of them will actually have a thing in them that can detect how often they’re being held and such, and thus mom/grandma may be “babysitting” for them so they could have a night with friends or some school activity. Could also have mental health issues that the doll baby may be soothing to her or a whole lot of other reasons.
March 20th, 2013
they could be mentally challenged and holding the baby dolls is a comfort
March 20th, 2013
There are many reasons for women to carry around dolls. While visiting someone in a nursing home once there was an elderly lady there who held a doll. I asked why and learned that she had lost a child when she was younger. That it had such an impact on her life, the poor lady never recovered from her sadness and began to keep a doll in place of the child.
Then there are parents or grandparents of little girls who sometimes hold onto dolls while they are busy. Another alternative could be that schools often hand out “living dolls” to help educate young people about the ins and outs of parenting an infant. I know there was a time or two my mother had to hold mine while I was off doing something like dishes or showering. For those who commented on who would want to have a child with a woman who is less than perfect, get over yourselves. The majority of women do not look like models, and if they do it doesn’t last a lifetime. P.S. After women have kids (for the most part) looks come later on their priority list.
March 20th, 2013
For those who think the baby on the left is real, please look on the web for “reborn dolls”. They are special dolls made to look and feel like real babies. From a distance, or in a picture, they can look like a real baby. You essentially have to be able to see in person that they are not breathing/ moving to understand they are dolls. The whole purpose is for them to be life-like as possible.
Actually, if that were a real baby, I would be concerned for a newborn to be held so casually without neck support. The woman is obviously holding it in a way that makes it clear there is no danger of hurting it.
March 21st, 2013
The baby on the left is in fact a reborn doll, the lady holding it has many reborn dolls. She in fact has a reborn channel on youtube.
March 21st, 2013
@ MATT
Thank you for straightening this out. I watched an hour long show of women making and selling these. The women on the show would NEVER sell online. They actually believed they were creating life and a buyer had to apply for adoption and prove worthiness to get one. None sold for under a couple thousand on this show. Creepy & sick.
March 21st, 2013
Ok..not all schools give a sack of potatos or a cheap doll. I had to do it for home Ec class when I was in HS and I actually had to do it twice, the doll cried and woke you up in the middle of the night and everything, you had to have a real carseat, a real diaper bag, real clothes, you had to treat it like a real baby..you cant just leave them at home because they have sensors and timers and they know how long you leave it crying for. That is exactly what these are!
March 21st, 2013
My MIL has a “reborn baby” doll that looks real. That thing has given me wicked nightmares. She is also a woman that carries hers around in Wal-Mart like it’s a real infant. Crazy…
March 23rd, 2013
what is wrong with you people!! The one on the left looks like she is mentally disabled!! Sometimes I see some of the pictures you post on this site and I am disgusted!! You all are just a bunch of bullies!
March 23rd, 2013
I personally would not have posted these pictures because both of these Women have mental challenges. Their carrying around dolls as if it’s a real Baby and obviously that isn’t normal.I hope someone in their lives realizes this and seeks outside help for them.
March 23rd, 2013
The baby on the left is a reborn. How do I know? I know this girl. I know the doll. I could tell you it is sculpted by Reva Schick. Dont go bashing this girl. I would hate to be told the things you are saying about her. I was just at walmart with my reborn not even 20 minutes ago. They are a form of art, and some of you are to immature to even understand. You know nothing of this girl and why she may carry one with her. So please, before you make fun of her, try to understand her point of veiw.
March 24th, 2013
The woman on the left is acutally somebody I know. That is what is known as a Reborn Doll and is very much fake. You people are SO rude picking on her weight and calling her mean things she is a VERY nice person and NO she does NOT have a mental disability. She more than likely CANNOT have children yet or has had something happen to her in the past which is why she has these dolls. You people are rude and insensitive. And I have let the person know that her picture is here because I am sure she wouldn’t want it here. UGH you people DISGUST me!!!!!!!!!!
March 25th, 2013
Glad to hear they still make teenagers take care of fake babies so they will make damn sure they don’t wind up with a real one at 15 and ruin their possible future. They should hand out condoms with the babies too.
March 25th, 2013
Stop being so MEAN people!! The LOVELY woman on the left does NOT have any type of disability. She even has a YouTube channel!!!!!!! I watch her videos everyday and they are GREAT!! For all of you saying that’s a real baby, SHUT UP BECAUSE ITS NOT!!!! You think I’m wrong, go Google it. Reborns can be made to look EXTREMELY realistic and she probably paid lots, and lots of money for that reborn. So please shut up if you don’t really know why you’re talking about. And for the person who said that its was wearing sandals so it had to be real, there are HUNDREDS if different reborns and the people who make them can make their toes and fingers seperate so they can wear sandals. WHAT THEY’RE WEARING ON THEIR FEET DOESN’T PROVE THEY’RE REAL. I know she’s an AMAZING person and you wouldn’t want people saying mean stuff about something you love so shut up with the mean comments.
March 29th, 2013
Or they could be practicing for having a baby later on. That’s the first thing I thought of and it’s not out of the ordinary at all.
April 1st, 2013
I know the girl on the left, she’s 27 and has tons of the reborns.
April 1st, 2013
Obviously there is something wrong with them. And whoever “you are all stupid” is, please shut it.
April 2nd, 2013
The one on the left is obviously real. Whoever “you are all stupid is, please shut it.
April 2nd, 2013
Oops, accidentally posted it twice.
April 2nd, 2013
omg lol. i know that person on the left. definitely a fake baby, i can’t believe she goes in public with them.
April 2nd, 2013
Lol “The one on the left is obviously real. Whoever “you are all stupid is, please shut it.”
No. No it is not real. It is a doll that is made to look like a real baby. Very creepy, and very fake. Sorry you were fooled, kiddo.
April 2nd, 2013
Jesus people! You are SO damn rude and judgmental. I know this girl and she is FAR from fat and ugly. You guys are the ugly ones with the comments your making. I feel pretty damn bad that my kids have to grow up with people like YOU. This girl has the most beautiful and kind heart. Yes, that is a reborn doll. Why does she have them? Because she isnt able to have children and had things happen in the past that make her enjoy this art work. Get a life and take a look in the mirror. That will give you something to judge.
April 14th, 2013
The lady on the left is my favorite youtuber. Her baby is infact not real and she is a wonderful person.
April 14th, 2013
These “Reborn” dolls are very real looking and cost hundreds-thousands of dollars. They are hobbies for some, therapy for others. (Elderly people with alzheimers, past abuse, loss of child etc…). It takes a lot of talent and work to create these dolls. Some take them out to see how many can be fooled or, if they sell them, take them out as a form of advertising their business. It is an interesting hobby and once you understand it better, it is not seem “crazy” at all.
April 17th, 2013
Okay, So I honestly don’t see anything wrong with either of these pictures. Did anyone ever stop and think Maybe the woman on the right could be holding the doll for her child or grandchild? And yes, the baby on the left is indeed fake. They’re called reborns and they are sculpted, painted, and rooted to look and feel real. There is nothing wrong the left woman, She is just simply someone who enjoys babies without the screaming and everything that comes with a real child. Reborns also have a comforting affect on people who have them, Yes it is a bit out of the ordinary But is she really doing anything wrong with bringing her fake baby that she enjoys out?
April 18th, 2013
No it’s fake go On you tube and look up littlexloves she has a “reborn doll” and it’s people like her that give the Art a bad name
April 22nd, 2013
you people saying the one on the left is real… you’re totally wrong. That woman is a FAMOUS YOUTUBER she gets famous for her reborn dolls. Don’t believe me? Her name on YouTube is “littlexloves” look her up. The baby is FAKE. she isn’t mentally disabled she states in many of her videos that she is a normal person with a job and apartment and she does this as a HOBBY. STOP JUDGING PEOPLE.
April 28th, 2013
I am a mom of two…the baby on the left is real…it’s pretty obvious…I’m sure some people walk around with fake babies but a diaper bag as well…
May 9th, 2013
FYI, i know the person on the left. It’s a doll. That person only buys the most realistic dolls…
May 18th, 2013
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