p.s....does annyone remember that doll from the 90's...stretch armstrong?? they had one you could put tattoos on....and if barbie is such a problem...wheres the ourtage over temporary tattoos?? even furit by the foot makes "tongue tattoos"
cont: as far as tattoos, they are becomeing the "norm" and i think its great there is a doll that represents another lifestye, i played with barbies and grew up with a regular self immage, its not a dolls fault we have poor self immages, i never got upset cuz i didnt grow up to look like mr potatoe head...and i knwo several males who dont blame gi joe for their negative self immage...just sayn...its up to the parents to instill posativity and teach the difference between whats real and whats not
i am a soldier and i have tattoos, it would be hypocritical of me to tell my kids they couldnt play with guns, or they they couldnt play with a a tattooed barbe, guns and tattoos dont hurt people and there are several posative jobs where a gun is required ie soldier, or police office which is what my son wants to be when he grows up, HOWEVER it is up to the parent to teach what is appropriate when playng "copes and robbers" or "army" type games..
Guns. Simple. Toys can make a child feel as if its ok to 'shot' thinks and as my son said after a trip to anothers house 'make things dead.' I am personally not ok with this. He is 5. I know at some point I won't be able to stop hium, but while I have control he won't have guns.
On the Barbie doll front. It is awesome. It is not for kids, its a just a laugh. No malicious intent.
@mamanatural That's so cool. I would go to church if we could find one that had a more diverse crowd. It seems like the people who preach about not judging are the most judgmental lol
I'm just gonna be honest here; I grew up playing with Barbie. I'm a black young woman with brown eyes and thick thighs. I grew into a woman that couldn't be comfortable in my own skin no matter how much I tried because of the image that was given to me as a child. Barbie is not the norm so we probably shouldn't be giving that idea to our 1 years olds.
When my little 3 month old boy is old enough to play with more toys I don't plan on letting him play with toy guns, and also I am going to try and limit the plastic toys also. Beyond that I don't really even know what kind of toys are out there for little boys being a FTM! Love your show btw!!
A couple years back in Vermont a man was found guilty for molesting a girl for several years of her life. He was sentenced to six months in jail, SIX MONTHS!!!!!!!!!!! I haven't cared for Vermont or it's states economy since. as far as toys, I have never been a fan of Barbie either with or with out tats. I do not mind toys but I infinitely prefer a book or the great outdoors, and so do my girls.
I care more that Barbie is teaching and reinforcing artificial identities and memes rather than the fact that one of the memes might be of any particular subculture. I think children overly attracted to such toys is a sign of identity-seeking. I'd rather ramp up on the activities and other creative outlets and freedom for my child to truly create an identity of its own.
Can i get one of those barbies? lol, but in all seriousness people just get pissed off about anything. I mean she has always been big-breasted and wearing skimpy clothes. I think that is way worse than a tatto.
I would never in a million year allow my children to play with BRATZ DOLLS!!!! especially the 'baby' ones. They are the most inappropriate dressed and I cannot stand them!!!
I could not believe the tattooed Barbie caused such a ruckus! The ones who are so outspoken about it are probably the same people who think tattooed people are trouble makers...which we know isn't true.Have you ever heard of personal expression peeps? I mean come on?! I am actually not CRAZY about Barbie.I wouldn't buy one for my daughter but if someone were to give us one I would probably be fine with it :)
I wouldn't let my child play violent video games. He's a boy so I know he's eventually want to play video games and ones like Mario Brothers are fine but I'd like to avoid those that include stealing or shooting people.
I'm not into all this barbie stuff... I don't mind my daughter playing with little strawberry shortcakes or things of that nature, so long as its modest and not ALL she cares about. You can't protect them from everything, but why let them at such young ages be bombarded with things like Barbies, Bratz dolls and things of that nature?!!
I try to limit the amount of time my daughter (age 6 1/2) spends watching TV, and playing on the computer/video game. Luckily she rather play with her baby dolls or play teacher, she not into all the tech stuff, she has an amazing imagination :)
I'm very particular about what toys are welcomed into our home. Yes, Peyton has Barbies, but the Barbies we have our clothed in age appropriate attire {no tatoos here}. Video games are also a big subject in our house with our 13yro. This world is going to expose my kids to all the questionable..even evil out there, but I don't have to give it to them or welcome it in our home.
You have really pretty hair what do you use to make it so shiny? I am pregnant with my first, but I am not much on video games and such. That is probably what I would restrict from my children.
I don't have my own children yet. When I do I don't think I will restrict them from playing with Barbies. I don't think I will buy any for them but if friends and family get them that is okay. I do not agree with the bodily ideals that Barbie promotes but I did play with Barbies all the time when I was little. I don't think she impacted my body image. I think you simply have to tell your kids that she is a doll and she is not at all proportionate to real women in any way!
Also we are waiting on the arrival of my 5 child. Braylen Ismael . My due date is Nov 27th but he could come at anytime ive had almost all of my children preterm and he has almost made it full term. I have had preterm labor which they have stopped several time but the Dr. says since ive been having contractions off and on for 3 months that next week he will allow me to make the choice of being induced.Im considering it because ive been in alot of pain.I plan on filming his birth as well.
i dont let my 2 yr old play with yo gabba gabba toys or watch their show i think they look like sex toys. also i was wondering what is your take on when a child is old enough to decide what their sexuality is. i have a 13 yr old daughter and im not sure if she is going through a phase or if its something she has her mind set too she doesnt like boys she likes girls. and she is very firm on it and isnt quiet about it. just wondering what would you do in this situation.
I think that the bratz dolls send the wrong image to little girls, way too much make up, bigger boobs and no nose?? But over all I dont mind if my son wants to play with dolls or GI joes..
I personally loved barbies as a child and in no way do I think Barbie had anything to do with my insecurities growing. I never bought the blonde dolls either I always was more drawn to the brunettes. ;) Im not sure how I feel about buying the breast feeding doll, not because I dont support breast feeding but because I think the sucking noises are a bit to much but hey if my son or daughter wants to breast feed a normal doll, I say go for it. please enter me I love maple syrup!
I'm pregnant with a baby girl due in January and I can't wait to play with all kinds of dolls with her. From Barbie to Bratz and whatever else catches our fancy that's not crazy expensive. As long as I'm there parenting and teaching healthy habits I don't see the problem.
I punched the air in triumph when i heard about vermont taking on fake syrup. I'm in northern NY, right near the border, but I'm also 7 minutes down the road from a family who has been producing maple syrup for over 5 generations. so a combination of my love for pure proper maple syrup and my undying support for locally produced items, i'm glad someone is taking a stand!
I like barbie. I think she is definitely more appropriate than a Bratz doll. I played with barbies as a child so I am probably biased but I never thought "I wanna look just like barbie." People in the media influenced my body image a lot more. Dolls are toys. Many are unrealistic but perhaps a more realistic doll would look strange as a doll. I am not worried about my children playing with barbie based on her body. I will buy appropriately clothed dolls- some are in need of some covering up.
For the qotd: I won't be letting my kids play with toy guns. When she is older(she is only 5months) she will learn proper gun control and that guns aren't toys.
I love this barbie! I'd buy it for my daughter. She will be exposed to tattoos all her life. Nana and grandpa and uncle and mommy and daddy all have them! Doesn't mean she will get one. Or that she will have poor self image from a barbie.
Oops...As if a tattoo waS the norm & it really isn't! Also, a child is not able to differentiate...tattoos on exposed areas of your body can prevent u from achieving certain things in life! Not all company owners/bosses like tattoos or individuals with tattoos representing their companies!! Anyways...I think is just a bad idea...let the kid decide as an adult...don't expose them to tattoos too early...every can regret later on in life...
I feel that a tattoo should be something u decide as an adult but I disagree with introducing it to a child...I think a toy with tattoos is too much exposure & the child can feel as if a ratio
I cannot wait until 30, 40 years from now when our children are grown and we're in nursing homes having so much more to talk about because we're comparing tattoo stories. It's a generational thing, and soon enough all of the people who are against tattooing will die off and having a tattoo will be as normal as wearing a hat.
I don't understand how people are upset about her tattoos. First of all, tattoos do not mean that the person is a drug addict. I dream of one day having a sleeve on my right arm dedicated to the love of my life (my three year old daughter.) Second of all, at least she is dressed. Even babysitter barbie has a dress shorter than some of my shirts. My angel doesn't play with barbies because I am trying to teach her to be a respectable young lady, not a half-naked bimbo.
@VictoriasWhispers Yeah, we'd be in trouble if there was any truth to.... "tattoos do not mean that the person is a drug addict." Surprised that in this day in age it's causing such a ruckus.
@VictoriasWhispers I so with U I mean it LEAST She's wereing clothes,a long black tee which falls off her sholder just a bit,a hot pink mini,lepored legges and silver high heel sandles.
I have more of an issue with the name of that strange dog then the tattoos on Barbie, although I'd be interested to know what the pictures are and represent. I don't have children yet, but I think it's incredibly important to take great care in what they're involved with--toys or otherwise.
(Aaaand comment number 3 because apparently I like to talk too much!)
I am currently pregnant with a little girl due in February and if she wants to play with Barbies when she's a little bit older, then that's fine by me!
And obviously Barbie doesn't have "normal" proportions. She's a doll. I played with Barbies constantly when I was growing up and I didn't learn to have a distorted self image or think that because I'm not super skinny like Barbie that I'm not good enough. No doll is going to have correct human proportions, because they're just TOYS! I think the media and social pressure play a much bigger role in young girls having self image problems than playing with Barbies does.
I think it's absurd that people automatically think that if someone has tattoo's then they're an awful person and will be a bad influence on kids. I don't have any tattoo's but I don't see anything wrong with ONE Barbie being made with them. There are so many Barbies these days that represent so many different types of people. It shouldn't be a big deal in my opinion. If you don't want your kid to play with it, don't buy it for them. We don't need parents "outraged" over something like this.
My son will be steered away from TV character toys or "one-hit-wonder chunks of plastic". We like open ended toys-building blocks, costumes, art supplies etc.
I have one tattoo and get dirty looks as soon as people know. I also get dirty looks when I say I want more, but then I get dirty looks when people see me walking around with three kids. They assume they're mine (I'm a nanny who's ttc) and people generally think I'm about 18 when I'm 24.
In terms of toys, I'm no a Barbie fan, I won't ban her but I will be teaching my children about reality vs pretend, safe and healthy vs not. I don't think I'll be buying any though..
in my opinion, if a parent doesn't like a toy, they don't have to purchase it for their child. just because the ad is seen on tv or another child has it, doesn't automatically mean you have to buy it. as far as tattooed barbie goes, there are many tattooed people out there (including myself). at least the tattoos are something my child could be exposed to every day, unlike the unrealistic proportions of the doll.
I don't think keeping them from toys their friends are going to show them anyways will do them any good. My mom would never let me watch Alice in Wonderland as a child, so guess what I did? That's right watched it at a friends house. Sheltering your children doesn't help them it just makes them rebel.
Thank goodness I'm having a boy! I know many would disagree with me but I feel like boy toys are much more harmless than girl toys! If a boy plays with toy guns, it's easy enough to teach him about gun safety and proper uses for guns, as well as provide balance, like reading books that emphasize sensativity. But I think that toys like Bratz dolls and Barbies really stick with a kid and have a ton of influence. What are you going to do, talk about plastic surgery together?
My husband and I also plan on being very strict about violence- violent toys, violent games, etc. Gratuitous violence concerns us much more than sex. One is natural. One is horrible.
I really don't have a problem with Barbies, just because I was such a fan of them myself! I used to stage "movies" or act out books I had read. It never made me want to be just like Barbie- they were simply props for my imagination. I know it's weird, but, while I'm totally OK with Barbies, I am NOT OK with Bratz dolls. They just look like skanks to me.
@MamaNaturalBlog anyone with tattoos is a call girl? thats pretty judgmental. I have tattoos, Im a mom and I own my own business and I dont prostitute myself.
@OffbeatMama I actually am trying to convince Mike to get a big G on his forearm for me and Griff :). No, I was talking about the Bratz dolls. IMHO, they are dressed way too provocative for their age and I won't be letting my kids play with.
I don't have any children but I wouldn't want them to play with Barbies and Bratz dolls. I played with them myself and spent 1-2 years of my life wanting to be like them, y'know. Popular, big chested, very slim and more. It was terrible. However they are a part of my childhood (I'm 11) and I have 1 Bratz doll that I love and kept in great condition and 1 Barbie doll that inspired me to do ballet. She was the one that took me out of that fantasy of being those things x
@BearLoveHugz Thanks for sharing your perspectives! Really helpful to see through your eyes :). Glad that you've outgrown desiring to be something that isn't a kind expectation for yourself. XO.
I don't let my kids play with bratz or toy guns or anything that is a safety hazard. I actually don't mind the tattooed barbie. I don't like Barbie for what she is but the tattooed version is pretty awesome. My husband and I have tattoos and my kids think that it is "normal" to have tattoos. I am actually shocked at the people against the tattooed barbie, Maybe those people need a lesson in acceptance...
Ok- Barbie wears make-up and has a very extreme body-type basically designed to stereotype women but those are fine? Pretty sure I'd rather kids play with a doll with tattoos than a doll that sexualizes women. Really, I don't think that just because Barbie is a certain way that the children that play with her will want to be exactly like her. I never wanted to look like my Barbie growing up. And really, even if they did, kids are going to see tattoos on the people around them anyway.
Since my son is just 13 months - he is still playing with very harmless toys. Having said that, there are some toys that I do feel give a poor message to children. I will definitely be picking and choosing what toys I feel are appropriate for my son. In regards to the Vermont maple syrup situation - I think that this is wonderful news! It is definitely sending the message to those companies who are making false claims, that it's not ok! It also is protecting our natural food sources!
I think the ONLY toys that I wont buy for my kids would be the Bratz Dolls and the Monster High Dolls. I personally don't like the skimpy clothing that they put the dolls in and the clothing line associated with them. I don't think it sends a good message to my daughter. I am a bit disturbed by little girls dressing like 19 year olds...call me crazy LOL
I am going to encourage my children to play outside and dramatic play with household items!!! I think it is important for children to use their imagination, which can be robbed from them because of excessive tv, video games, etc. I think there are some toys that are inappropriate, however I feel like it is myself and my husband's responsibility to engage them in other activities and toys that are developmentally appropriate for their age and our values!!!
thank you for picking me to be the winner :) haha ive never won before! to respond to this weeks question: i dont have any children yet (crossing my fingers for this month) but when i do i will not let them play with barbies. i believe barbies are teaching kids that everyone should look a certin way and not be themselves. i dont mind the tattooed barbie since its just an another form of expression. i have tattoos myself :)♥
I have no real problem with Barbie. I think it is just a doll. I could care less if she has the bust she has or none. All our Barbies have pretty appropriate outfits (race car outfits, Olympic sweat suit, etc). What I DO have a problem with are those Bratz dolls. They are horrible-promiscuous in appearance...and for goodness' sake, they have the name BRAT. And, we are very careful with "gun" play, stressing hunting for food is acceptable. So, he "hunts" and fishes.
I probably won't ever buy my daughter bratz or barbies or anything like that because I don't really like plasticy toys like that. But if she wants to play with them elsewhere then I am not going to stop her. We just wont have them in our house. I like to focus more on toys that spur creative play and imagination and learning! :)
@fluffywanderings Amen! I need to start doing some crafts with Griffin. He's still a bit too young but can't wait to co-create with him. Good to see you here! XOXO.
In our house we dont have a tv- some I guess just because it is a plain old waste of time! But also because of the influences it invites into our home. That said, we have a very diverse community and even family background and we do want our kids to be well rounded and exposed to different people and cultures.
@mamatellsall Oh, I love that you don't have a TV. Hooray! I don't watch TV so no need in my book. BUT, I do love to watch a good movie and we rent the Mad Men series and watch without commercials. It's been postponed though so haven't even watched that. The Olympics are fun too. Definitely a special occasion when it comes to watching TV but I know I'm a little weird :)>
I have a tattoo, so it's no big deal to me. I don't like Barbie or Bratz dolls any ways. I don't have a problem with guns or swords, my responsibility as a mom is to teach my kids the pros and cons about the stuff that is out there.
I am not a big fan of toy guns and swords, and definitely not video games. But I think when my son is older and can comprehend what guns represent, and is able to understand what they are used for and how violence is bad I might allow him to play with them. Pretending is good for the imagination, but a certain age and maturity is required for things like toy guns!
I don't like Barbie in general because of her unrealistic looks. I'm all about the tattoos however because they can be a beautiful thing..not just big boobs at what not. I think certain toys or games shouldn't be played at a certain age and even then not without talking about it to your child first. I like playing violent games but I know that there's consequences if I decided to go around shooting people and stealing cars haha. You can't shelter your kids but you can teach them right and wrong.
Not really something that we chose not to have our play with, but rather the opposite. Much to my family's dismay, I bought my older son a kitchen playset when he was 2. I didn't feel at all that kitchen playsets are specifically for girls. There are all sorts of male chefs, why not allow your son to pretend to be one?
There isn't anything specific that our children have asked to play with that we don't let them. As long as they have a solid foundation and are old enough to show good judgement and right from wrong, I'm not too worried.
A gallon of maple syrup would last forever ~ awesome! I tend to believe that if you shelter your children from anything without having a conversation about why you want to avoid it, your kids may just want that thing more. So if you choose to limit or avoid exposure to certain toys like guns or too-sexy dolls, it's really important to talk with your kids about the pros and cons of playing with that toy (when age-appropriate of course.)
@katulka2 Good points. And yes, a gallon is a juicy giveaway :) IMHO. We ordered one for ourselves too. Yummy. BTW, I sent off your coconut products on Tuesday (we decided to go out of town this weekend). Should receive soon!
My husband and I often discuss the effects of violent and excessive video games. We feel that some of the games we see teens and grade school children playing can have a detrimental effect on kids. Not to mention the obesity rate in children is growing rapidly and physical activity declining. We want to encourage our son to do more outdoor /physical activities instead of sitting in front of the tube shooting at things.
I love the tattoo barbie :] But i'm a tatted mama! I don't plan on letting Liam have gun toys. I think it promotes violence at such a young age. Teaching kids to "pretend" shoot and kill each other is just completely wrong, why toy guys are even still sold is crazy to me. I am all for gun rights, and learning to shoot. But learning to point and shout fake guns at people, is just a REAL life accident waiting to happen when a child gets a hold of a real one.
I don't mind Barbie as much as I dislike the Bratz dolls. My little girl is 4 months old, so I'll cross that bridge when I come to it. I think I might push baby dolls though,
@hartrose33 I know! The guns, swords, etc. don't send a good message. It's seems boys are just naturally programmed though to "shoot" at things and destroy things. LOL! Griff is a master destructor.
We don't try to "shelter" our children from toys, tv, games etc. We teach them right from wrong. So that they know not to be influenced by these items.
Same with shooting games.. Our kids know you don't go out there and shoot people. :)
I don't mind the Barbie that much, its showing different types of people.. :) But we have boys, so I don't think that doll or any doll in that matter will be coming in our homes. LOL
im pregnant with my first baby, so don't really know as of yet....what i will and/or wont let my child play with. If i don't agree with the toy and the message it sends, then i just wouldnt buy it.
I'm not a fan of Barbie either, but I have to give the tattooed barbie a thumbs up. I'd actually like it to be a kids doll because as a heavily tattooed mom, I HATE when other moms freak out when their kids see me. :) I wonder what they would think if they knew I was a baby-wearin', cloth-diaperin', breastfeedin' kind of mama. Ooooooooh, such a bad influence, huh? :)
@tnrkustoms Hahah! I totally agree with you. My bf and I have a couple tattoos and are generally into "weird" things but I plan on breastfeeding and cloth diapering too. We're still talking about babywearing though.
I agree. I would really prefer my children weren't exposed to Barbie for the same reasons you mentioned. I also don't feel the need to buy my children gender specific toys. I feels it unfairly pushes my children into gender boxes that they might not belong. Why can't a little boy play with a baby doll? Don't you think we would have better more well-rounded men if they embraced that side of themselves? And why can't girls play with tonk a trucks? Maybe they want to work in construction?
@Silvesternc Griffin loves playing with some of my make up and jewelry (OK, let's face it, he'd play with anything, but I like the idea of letting him not be influenced by what's "manly" or "feminine.")
You know, I dont really mind the Barbie so much, but I DO hate those Bratz dolls. :( They just bother me. lol. I agree, if you dont like them, just dont buy them.
I am not angry about the barbie however I can see what other parents may be worried about. I do not have a girl (yet) but if I do the one thing I will not let her play with are the brats dolls or Monster Highdolls. I think they are worse than barbies with their skimpy clothes and outrageous body proportions. I LOVE monsters and I love the concept of monster high but come on have you seen the clothing they are wearing? Is that the type of message we want to be telling our kids is okay?
The list is TOO long to name all the toys I wouldn't let my children play with. On top of that we don't even want our kids to have a great quantity of toys. All they need is a few toys that help with creativity, imagination, and some good old fashion out doors time. Toys are way too over rated. Give my kid some wooden blocks and they will be happy.
@AllThingsMothering LOL! TOTALLY! Griffin's favorite toy is my wooden citrus squeezer. I try to get Griff out every day so that he can run and be free. No outlets, cords, stairs or other stuff to worry about. Well, sometimes, some aggressive squirrels but they're manageable :).
Sry but I love tokidoki just not the doll
Ridemywave67 2 weeks ago
I think Barbie doll is more skinny than ever. That's not good
MariaGabzilla 3 months ago
p.s....does annyone remember that doll from the 90's...stretch armstrong?? they had one you could put tattoos on....and if barbie is such a problem...wheres the ourtage over temporary tattoos?? even furit by the foot makes "tongue tattoos"
ladiematrix 3 months ago
cont: as far as tattoos, they are becomeing the "norm" and i think its great there is a doll that represents another lifestye, i played with barbies and grew up with a regular self immage, its not a dolls fault we have poor self immages, i never got upset cuz i didnt grow up to look like mr potatoe head...and i knwo several males who dont blame gi joe for their negative self immage...just sayn...its up to the parents to instill posativity and teach the difference between whats real and whats not
ladiematrix 3 months ago
i am a soldier and i have tattoos, it would be hypocritical of me to tell my kids they couldnt play with guns, or they they couldnt play with a a tattooed barbe, guns and tattoos dont hurt people and there are several posative jobs where a gun is required ie soldier, or police office which is what my son wants to be when he grows up, HOWEVER it is up to the parent to teach what is appropriate when playng "copes and robbers" or "army" type games..
ladiematrix 3 months ago
I'd love to have a tatooed Barbie for my very own, she looks pretty cool!
eliasjadon 3 months ago
Guns. Simple. Toys can make a child feel as if its ok to 'shot' thinks and as my son said after a trip to anothers house 'make things dead.' I am personally not ok with this. He is 5. I know at some point I won't be able to stop hium, but while I have control he won't have guns.
On the Barbie doll front. It is awesome. It is not for kids, its a just a laugh. No malicious intent.
lumdeedums 3 months ago
@mamanatural That's so cool. I would go to church if we could find one that had a more diverse crowd. It seems like the people who preach about not judging are the most judgmental lol
tnrkustoms 3 months ago
I'm just gonna be honest here; I grew up playing with Barbie. I'm a black young woman with brown eyes and thick thighs. I grew into a woman that couldn't be comfortable in my own skin no matter how much I tried because of the image that was given to me as a child. Barbie is not the norm so we probably shouldn't be giving that idea to our 1 years olds.
ivyflower 3 months ago
When my little 3 month old boy is old enough to play with more toys I don't plan on letting him play with toy guns, and also I am going to try and limit the plastic toys also. Beyond that I don't really even know what kind of toys are out there for little boys being a FTM! Love your show btw!!
ipinkyou 3 months ago
A couple years back in Vermont a man was found guilty for molesting a girl for several years of her life. He was sentenced to six months in jail, SIX MONTHS!!!!!!!!!!! I haven't cared for Vermont or it's states economy since. as far as toys, I have never been a fan of Barbie either with or with out tats. I do not mind toys but I infinitely prefer a book or the great outdoors, and so do my girls.
phatNaturals 3 months ago
I care more that Barbie is teaching and reinforcing artificial identities and memes rather than the fact that one of the memes might be of any particular subculture. I think children overly attracted to such toys is a sign of identity-seeking. I'd rather ramp up on the activities and other creative outlets and freedom for my child to truly create an identity of its own.
SeekingShaunna 3 months ago
Can i get one of those barbies? lol, but in all seriousness people just get pissed off about anything. I mean she has always been big-breasted and wearing skimpy clothes. I think that is way worse than a tatto.
disturbedpark543 3 months ago
I would never in a million year allow my children to play with BRATZ DOLLS!!!! especially the 'baby' ones. They are the most inappropriate dressed and I cannot stand them!!!
monkeysluvdani 3 months ago 2
I could not believe the tattooed Barbie caused such a ruckus! The ones who are so outspoken about it are probably the same people who think tattooed people are trouble makers...which we know isn't true.Have you ever heard of personal expression peeps? I mean come on?! I am actually not CRAZY about Barbie.I wouldn't buy one for my daughter but if someone were to give us one I would probably be fine with it :)
crimsonkurls 3 months ago
thanks for your show, I love watching !!! Its tailored just to mamas like myself and the topics are fun, informed and inspiring :-)
importedmama 3 months ago
Interesting question! I am curious to see what the responses are!
NaturallyThriftyMom 3 months ago
I'm with you MN! I think my son (almost the same age as Griffin) should be exposed to more than less.
Just think how different every human being is!
08sarahrangel 3 months ago
I wouldn't let my child play violent video games. He's a boy so I know he's eventually want to play video games and ones like Mario Brothers are fine but I'd like to avoid those that include stealing or shooting people.
aesweety19 3 months ago
@aesweety19 completely agree! Most of those games are rated T for teen or even higher for adults! there is no reason a child should be playing them!
monkeysluvdani 3 months ago
I'm not into all this barbie stuff... I don't mind my daughter playing with little strawberry shortcakes or things of that nature, so long as its modest and not ALL she cares about. You can't protect them from everything, but why let them at such young ages be bombarded with things like Barbies, Bratz dolls and things of that nature?!!
shannybananny11 3 months ago
I try to limit the amount of time my daughter (age 6 1/2) spends watching TV, and playing on the computer/video game. Luckily she rather play with her baby dolls or play teacher, she not into all the tech stuff, she has an amazing imagination :)
ShaysMama23 3 months ago
I'm very particular about what toys are welcomed into our home. Yes, Peyton has Barbies, but the Barbies we have our clothed in age appropriate attire {no tatoos here}. Video games are also a big subject in our house with our 13yro. This world is going to expose my kids to all the questionable..even evil out there, but I don't have to give it to them or welcome it in our home.
Shannindhall 3 months ago
You have really pretty hair what do you use to make it so shiny? I am pregnant with my first, but I am not much on video games and such. That is probably what I would restrict from my children.
muslimah4ever10 3 months ago
I don't have my own children yet. When I do I don't think I will restrict them from playing with Barbies. I don't think I will buy any for them but if friends and family get them that is okay. I do not agree with the bodily ideals that Barbie promotes but I did play with Barbies all the time when I was little. I don't think she impacted my body image. I think you simply have to tell your kids that she is a doll and she is not at all proportionate to real women in any way!
Tasya89 3 months ago
I won't let my son play with guns anymore cause he pretends to shoot people
Sexygeiler 3 months ago
Also we are waiting on the arrival of my 5 child. Braylen Ismael . My due date is Nov 27th but he could come at anytime ive had almost all of my children preterm and he has almost made it full term. I have had preterm labor which they have stopped several time but the Dr. says since ive been having contractions off and on for 3 months that next week he will allow me to make the choice of being induced.Im considering it because ive been in alot of pain.I plan on filming his birth as well.
christinasegundo 3 months ago
i dont let my 2 yr old play with yo gabba gabba toys or watch their show i think they look like sex toys. also i was wondering what is your take on when a child is old enough to decide what their sexuality is. i have a 13 yr old daughter and im not sure if she is going through a phase or if its something she has her mind set too she doesnt like boys she likes girls. and she is very firm on it and isnt quiet about it. just wondering what would you do in this situation.
christinasegundo 3 months ago
I dont have kids yet but barbie is one I dont want my girls playing with...
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I think that the bratz dolls send the wrong image to little girls, way too much make up, bigger boobs and no nose?? But over all I dont mind if my son wants to play with dolls or GI joes..
SantanasMom1 3 months ago
I wouldn't want my child to play with Bratz dolls or any dolls that I couldn't change their skimpy dress to something more appropiate. lol
buttaluv10 3 months ago
I personally loved barbies as a child and in no way do I think Barbie had anything to do with my insecurities growing. I never bought the blonde dolls either I always was more drawn to the brunettes. ;) Im not sure how I feel about buying the breast feeding doll, not because I dont support breast feeding but because I think the sucking noises are a bit to much but hey if my son or daughter wants to breast feed a normal doll, I say go for it. please enter me I love maple syrup!
DanielleBabyBliss 3 months ago
I'm pregnant with a baby girl due in January and I can't wait to play with all kinds of dolls with her. From Barbie to Bratz and whatever else catches our fancy that's not crazy expensive. As long as I'm there parenting and teaching healthy habits I don't see the problem.
LYONEN5978 3 months ago
I punched the air in triumph when i heard about vermont taking on fake syrup. I'm in northern NY, right near the border, but I'm also 7 minutes down the road from a family who has been producing maple syrup for over 5 generations. so a combination of my love for pure proper maple syrup and my undying support for locally produced items, i'm glad someone is taking a stand!
StoliDassah 3 months ago
I like barbie. I think she is definitely more appropriate than a Bratz doll. I played with barbies as a child so I am probably biased but I never thought "I wanna look just like barbie." People in the media influenced my body image a lot more. Dolls are toys. Many are unrealistic but perhaps a more realistic doll would look strange as a doll. I am not worried about my children playing with barbie based on her body. I will buy appropriately clothed dolls- some are in need of some covering up.
DestineeJustina 3 months ago
For the qotd: I won't be letting my kids play with toy guns. When she is older(she is only 5months) she will learn proper gun control and that guns aren't toys.
fattiecane 3 months ago
I love this barbie! I'd buy it for my daughter. She will be exposed to tattoos all her life. Nana and grandpa and uncle and mommy and daddy all have them! Doesn't mean she will get one. Or that she will have poor self image from a barbie.
fattiecane 3 months ago
im a no toy gun in the house momma
uneeddiscushion 3 months ago
i probably wont let my daughter have too many toy bottles... she needs to breastfeed those babydolls just like her brother did!
fakecrab 3 months ago
As far as other toys...I don't think I'd like my kids to play with toy guns...***I'd LoVe to win the Maple Syrup***
CooKieChiKy 3 months ago
Oops...As if a tattoo waS the norm & it really isn't! Also, a child is not able to differentiate...tattoos on exposed areas of your body can prevent u from achieving certain things in life! Not all company owners/bosses like tattoos or individuals with tattoos representing their companies!! Anyways...I think is just a bad idea...let the kid decide as an adult...don't expose them to tattoos too early...every can regret later on in life...
CooKieChiKy 3 months ago
I love your show!
fwrightify 3 months ago
I feel that a tattoo should be something u decide as an adult but I disagree with introducing it to a child...I think a toy with tattoos is too much exposure & the child can feel as if a ratio
CooKieChiKy 3 months ago
I will probably let my children play with Barbie. I will try to get her the better ones like doctor barbie, or vet barbie. I want that syrup :)
sweetlilella1983 3 months ago
@youngs091303 AMEN!
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
I cannot wait until 30, 40 years from now when our children are grown and we're in nursing homes having so much more to talk about because we're comparing tattoo stories. It's a generational thing, and soon enough all of the people who are against tattooing will die off and having a tattoo will be as normal as wearing a hat.
mackinthedoo 3 months ago
Yum maple syrup!
Nomesay1 3 months ago
I don't understand how people are upset about her tattoos. First of all, tattoos do not mean that the person is a drug addict. I dream of one day having a sleeve on my right arm dedicated to the love of my life (my three year old daughter.) Second of all, at least she is dressed. Even babysitter barbie has a dress shorter than some of my shirts. My angel doesn't play with barbies because I am trying to teach her to be a respectable young lady, not a half-naked bimbo.
VictoriasWhispers 3 months ago
@VictoriasWhispers Yeah, we'd be in trouble if there was any truth to.... "tattoos do not mean that the person is a drug addict." Surprised that in this day in age it's causing such a ruckus.
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
@VictoriasWhispers I so with U I mean it LEAST She's wereing clothes,a long black tee which falls off her sholder just a bit,a hot pink mini,lepored legges and silver high heel sandles.
80sfreak1983 3 months ago
I have more of an issue with the name of that strange dog then the tattoos on Barbie, although I'd be interested to know what the pictures are and represent. I don't have children yet, but I think it's incredibly important to take great care in what they're involved with--toys or otherwise.
teanink 3 months ago
(Aaaand comment number 3 because apparently I like to talk too much!)
I am currently pregnant with a little girl due in February and if she wants to play with Barbies when she's a little bit older, then that's fine by me!
PearlDahhhling 3 months ago
@PearlDahhhling Aw, congrats!
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
And obviously Barbie doesn't have "normal" proportions. She's a doll. I played with Barbies constantly when I was growing up and I didn't learn to have a distorted self image or think that because I'm not super skinny like Barbie that I'm not good enough. No doll is going to have correct human proportions, because they're just TOYS! I think the media and social pressure play a much bigger role in young girls having self image problems than playing with Barbies does.
PearlDahhhling 3 months ago
I think it's absurd that people automatically think that if someone has tattoo's then they're an awful person and will be a bad influence on kids. I don't have any tattoo's but I don't see anything wrong with ONE Barbie being made with them. There are so many Barbies these days that represent so many different types of people. It shouldn't be a big deal in my opinion. If you don't want your kid to play with it, don't buy it for them. We don't need parents "outraged" over something like this.
PearlDahhhling 3 months ago
My son will be steered away from TV character toys or "one-hit-wonder chunks of plastic". We like open ended toys-building blocks, costumes, art supplies etc.
amygirl1983 3 months ago
@amygirl1983 "one-hit-wonder chunks of plastic" LOL!
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
I have one tattoo and get dirty looks as soon as people know. I also get dirty looks when I say I want more, but then I get dirty looks when people see me walking around with three kids. They assume they're mine (I'm a nanny who's ttc) and people generally think I'm about 18 when I'm 24.
In terms of toys, I'm no a Barbie fan, I won't ban her but I will be teaching my children about reality vs pretend, safe and healthy vs not. I don't think I'll be buying any though..
CreatingFamilyCode 3 months ago
in my opinion, if a parent doesn't like a toy, they don't have to purchase it for their child. just because the ad is seen on tv or another child has it, doesn't automatically mean you have to buy it. as far as tattooed barbie goes, there are many tattooed people out there (including myself). at least the tattoos are something my child could be exposed to every day, unlike the unrealistic proportions of the doll.
xlilithfire811x 3 months ago
@xlilithfire811x Great points!
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
woo! go Vermont, I love living here!
fairlightbright 3 months ago
I don't think keeping them from toys their friends are going to show them anyways will do them any good. My mom would never let me watch Alice in Wonderland as a child, so guess what I did? That's right watched it at a friends house. Sheltering your children doesn't help them it just makes them rebel.
happyhomebodies 3 months ago
Thank goodness I'm having a boy! I know many would disagree with me but I feel like boy toys are much more harmless than girl toys! If a boy plays with toy guns, it's easy enough to teach him about gun safety and proper uses for guns, as well as provide balance, like reading books that emphasize sensativity. But I think that toys like Bratz dolls and Barbies really stick with a kid and have a ton of influence. What are you going to do, talk about plastic surgery together?
BeachPeach822 3 months ago
@BeachPeach822 Sometimes it does seem boys lives are a bit "simpler" than what girls have to face.
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
I love that Barbie. I don't think I'd want my kids playing violent video games.
brittany23lc 3 months ago
yea, Bratz dolls!! worse than barbie...my 6 yr old daughter isnt even allowed to look at them. haha...
gracie2151 3 months ago
@gracie2151 LOL! I am the same way!
VictoriasWhispers 3 months ago
My husband and I also plan on being very strict about violence- violent toys, violent games, etc. Gratuitous violence concerns us much more than sex. One is natural. One is horrible.
youngliterati 3 months ago
I really don't have a problem with Barbies, just because I was such a fan of them myself! I used to stage "movies" or act out books I had read. It never made me want to be just like Barbie- they were simply props for my imagination. I know it's weird, but, while I'm totally OK with Barbies, I am NOT OK with Bratz dolls. They just look like skanks to me.
youngliterati 3 months ago
@youngliterati LOL! Yes, mini call girls...
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
@MamaNaturalBlog anyone with tattoos is a call girl? thats pretty judgmental. I have tattoos, Im a mom and I own my own business and I dont prostitute myself.
OffbeatMama 3 months ago
@OffbeatMama I actually am trying to convince Mike to get a big G on his forearm for me and Griff :). No, I was talking about the Bratz dolls. IMHO, they are dressed way too provocative for their age and I won't be letting my kids play with.
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
I don't have any children but I wouldn't want them to play with Barbies and Bratz dolls. I played with them myself and spent 1-2 years of my life wanting to be like them, y'know. Popular, big chested, very slim and more. It was terrible. However they are a part of my childhood (I'm 11) and I have 1 Bratz doll that I love and kept in great condition and 1 Barbie doll that inspired me to do ballet. She was the one that took me out of that fantasy of being those things x
BearLoveHugz 3 months ago
@BearLoveHugz Thanks for sharing your perspectives! Really helpful to see through your eyes :). Glad that you've outgrown desiring to be something that isn't a kind expectation for yourself. XO.
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
I don't let my kids play with bratz or toy guns or anything that is a safety hazard. I actually don't mind the tattooed barbie. I don't like Barbie for what she is but the tattooed version is pretty awesome. My husband and I have tattoos and my kids think that it is "normal" to have tattoos. I am actually shocked at the people against the tattooed barbie, Maybe those people need a lesson in acceptance...
Fiestafreak1978 3 months ago
@Fiestafreak1978 Yeah, tattoos are here to stay so not sure what all the fuss is about...
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
Ok- Barbie wears make-up and has a very extreme body-type basically designed to stereotype women but those are fine? Pretty sure I'd rather kids play with a doll with tattoos than a doll that sexualizes women. Really, I don't think that just because Barbie is a certain way that the children that play with her will want to be exactly like her. I never wanted to look like my Barbie growing up. And really, even if they did, kids are going to see tattoos on the people around them anyway.
RAPfrosty 3 months ago
Since my son is just 13 months - he is still playing with very harmless toys. Having said that, there are some toys that I do feel give a poor message to children. I will definitely be picking and choosing what toys I feel are appropriate for my son. In regards to the Vermont maple syrup situation - I think that this is wonderful news! It is definitely sending the message to those companies who are making false claims, that it's not ok! It also is protecting our natural food sources!
jennaw1310 3 months ago
I think the ONLY toys that I wont buy for my kids would be the Bratz Dolls and the Monster High Dolls. I personally don't like the skimpy clothing that they put the dolls in and the clothing line associated with them. I don't think it sends a good message to my daughter. I am a bit disturbed by little girls dressing like 19 year olds...call me crazy LOL
autumnsky1999 3 months ago
@autumnsky1999 I'm with you... call me crazy too :).
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
I am going to encourage my children to play outside and dramatic play with household items!!! I think it is important for children to use their imagination, which can be robbed from them because of excessive tv, video games, etc. I think there are some toys that are inappropriate, however I feel like it is myself and my husband's responsibility to engage them in other activities and toys that are developmentally appropriate for their age and our values!!!
Kristamariecurry 3 months ago
@Kristamariecurry Great POV!
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
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KRKspringboro 3 months ago
thank you for picking me to be the winner :) haha ive never won before! to respond to this weeks question: i dont have any children yet (crossing my fingers for this month) but when i do i will not let them play with barbies. i believe barbies are teaching kids that everyone should look a certin way and not be themselves. i dont mind the tattooed barbie since its just an another form of expression. i have tattoos myself :)♥
msmaya01 3 months ago
@msmaya01 Baby dust to you, Ms. Maya!!!!!!!!
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
love it!!!!!
jjccllnn170285 3 months ago
I have no real problem with Barbie. I think it is just a doll. I could care less if she has the bust she has or none. All our Barbies have pretty appropriate outfits (race car outfits, Olympic sweat suit, etc). What I DO have a problem with are those Bratz dolls. They are horrible-promiscuous in appearance...and for goodness' sake, they have the name BRAT. And, we are very careful with "gun" play, stressing hunting for food is acceptable. So, he "hunts" and fishes.
TheAppieShow 3 months ago
@TheAppieShow Yep, Bratz are scary...
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
Toy guns are a no-no
dansdigs 3 months ago
I probably won't ever buy my daughter bratz or barbies or anything like that because I don't really like plasticy toys like that. But if she wants to play with them elsewhere then I am not going to stop her. We just wont have them in our house. I like to focus more on toys that spur creative play and imagination and learning! :)
fluffywanderings 3 months ago
@fluffywanderings Amen! I need to start doing some crafts with Griffin. He's still a bit too young but can't wait to co-create with him. Good to see you here! XOXO.
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
In our house we dont have a tv- some I guess just because it is a plain old waste of time! But also because of the influences it invites into our home. That said, we have a very diverse community and even family background and we do want our kids to be well rounded and exposed to different people and cultures.
mamatellsall 3 months ago
@mamatellsall Oh, I love that you don't have a TV. Hooray! I don't watch TV so no need in my book. BUT, I do love to watch a good movie and we rent the Mad Men series and watch without commercials. It's been postponed though so haven't even watched that. The Olympics are fun too. Definitely a special occasion when it comes to watching TV but I know I'm a little weird :)>
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
i WANT that barbie haha. plump her up at the hips a bit and there we go! ;)
lizseibert2436 3 months ago
@lizseibert2436 LOL!
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
I have a tattoo, so it's no big deal to me. I don't like Barbie or Bratz dolls any ways. I don't have a problem with guns or swords, my responsibility as a mom is to teach my kids the pros and cons about the stuff that is out there.
ydontucreate 3 months ago
@ydontucreate Not a fan of Bratz either. The name itself is reason enough... LOL!
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
I am not a big fan of toy guns and swords, and definitely not video games. But I think when my son is older and can comprehend what guns represent, and is able to understand what they are used for and how violence is bad I might allow him to play with them. Pretending is good for the imagination, but a certain age and maturity is required for things like toy guns!
naomrs1 3 months ago
I don't like Barbie in general because of her unrealistic looks. I'm all about the tattoos however because they can be a beautiful thing..not just big boobs at what not. I think certain toys or games shouldn't be played at a certain age and even then not without talking about it to your child first. I like playing violent games but I know that there's consequences if I decided to go around shooting people and stealing cars haha. You can't shelter your kids but you can teach them right and wrong.
wastedtears06 3 months ago
Not really something that we chose not to have our play with, but rather the opposite. Much to my family's dismay, I bought my older son a kitchen playset when he was 2. I didn't feel at all that kitchen playsets are specifically for girls. There are all sorts of male chefs, why not allow your son to pretend to be one?
sixpence516 3 months ago
@sixpence516 Awesome!
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
There isn't anything specific that our children have asked to play with that we don't let them. As long as they have a solid foundation and are old enough to show good judgement and right from wrong, I'm not too worried.
MommaPiano 3 months ago
A gallon of maple syrup would last forever ~ awesome! I tend to believe that if you shelter your children from anything without having a conversation about why you want to avoid it, your kids may just want that thing more. So if you choose to limit or avoid exposure to certain toys like guns or too-sexy dolls, it's really important to talk with your kids about the pros and cons of playing with that toy (when age-appropriate of course.)
katulka2 3 months ago
@katulka2 Good points. And yes, a gallon is a juicy giveaway :) IMHO. We ordered one for ourselves too. Yummy. BTW, I sent off your coconut products on Tuesday (we decided to go out of town this weekend). Should receive soon!
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
I will not let my son play with toy weapons or anything that resembles a weapon. I think it glorifies violence and sends the wrong message.
Pixiedust0410 3 months ago
@Pixiedust0410 Go mama go!
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
My husband and I often discuss the effects of violent and excessive video games. We feel that some of the games we see teens and grade school children playing can have a detrimental effect on kids. Not to mention the obesity rate in children is growing rapidly and physical activity declining. We want to encourage our son to do more outdoor /physical activities instead of sitting in front of the tube shooting at things.
jcase7785 3 months ago
@jcase7785 I really hope and pray that we never have video games. I know there are worse things but there are so many BETTER things.
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
I love the tattoo barbie :] But i'm a tatted mama! I don't plan on letting Liam have gun toys. I think it promotes violence at such a young age. Teaching kids to "pretend" shoot and kill each other is just completely wrong, why toy guys are even still sold is crazy to me. I am all for gun rights, and learning to shoot. But learning to point and shout fake guns at people, is just a REAL life accident waiting to happen when a child gets a hold of a real one.
mandyeveritt 3 months ago
@mandyeveritt AMEN, sistah. The fact that toy=gun is majorly off.
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
I don't mind Barbie as much as I dislike the Bratz dolls. My little girl is 4 months old, so I'll cross that bridge when I come to it. I think I might push baby dolls though,
TeamVeen 3 months ago
@TeamVeen Yep, Bratz are scary.
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
Toy guns, I thought that was over the top, for a child to play with toy guns. I thought it promoted violence.
hartrose33 3 months ago
@hartrose33 I know! The guns, swords, etc. don't send a good message. It's seems boys are just naturally programmed though to "shoot" at things and destroy things. LOL! Griff is a master destructor.
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
We don't try to "shelter" our children from toys, tv, games etc. We teach them right from wrong. So that they know not to be influenced by these items.
Same with shooting games.. Our kids know you don't go out there and shoot people. :)
I don't mind the Barbie that much, its showing different types of people.. :) But we have boys, so I don't think that doll or any doll in that matter will be coming in our homes. LOL
MBShrewsbury 3 months ago
im pregnant with my first baby, so don't really know as of yet....what i will and/or wont let my child play with. If i don't agree with the toy and the message it sends, then i just wouldnt buy it.
doogan17 3 months ago
@doogan17 Yes, the freedom of choice is a beautiful thing.
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
I'm not a fan of Barbie either, but I have to give the tattooed barbie a thumbs up. I'd actually like it to be a kids doll because as a heavily tattooed mom, I HATE when other moms freak out when their kids see me. :) I wonder what they would think if they knew I was a baby-wearin', cloth-diaperin', breastfeedin' kind of mama. Ooooooooh, such a bad influence, huh? :)
tnrkustoms 3 months ago
@tnrkustoms Hahah! I totally agree with you. My bf and I have a couple tattoos and are generally into "weird" things but I plan on breastfeeding and cloth diapering too. We're still talking about babywearing though.
wastedtears06 3 months ago
@tnrkustoms LOVE IT! My pastor has tons of tats and that's one of the reasons I love him so much :).
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
I agree. I would really prefer my children weren't exposed to Barbie for the same reasons you mentioned. I also don't feel the need to buy my children gender specific toys. I feels it unfairly pushes my children into gender boxes that they might not belong. Why can't a little boy play with a baby doll? Don't you think we would have better more well-rounded men if they embraced that side of themselves? And why can't girls play with tonk a trucks? Maybe they want to work in construction?
Silvesternc 3 months ago
@Silvesternc Griffin loves playing with some of my make up and jewelry (OK, let's face it, he'd play with anything, but I like the idea of letting him not be influenced by what's "manly" or "feminine.")
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
You know, I dont really mind the Barbie so much, but I DO hate those Bratz dolls. :( They just bother me. lol. I agree, if you dont like them, just dont buy them.
mamaatheart 3 months ago
@mamaatheart Not a fan either. They are like little tarts. Seriously?!?! Yes, won't be buying those for my kids.
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
I am not angry about the barbie however I can see what other parents may be worried about. I do not have a girl (yet) but if I do the one thing I will not let her play with are the brats dolls or Monster Highdolls. I think they are worse than barbies with their skimpy clothes and outrageous body proportions. I LOVE monsters and I love the concept of monster high but come on have you seen the clothing they are wearing? Is that the type of message we want to be telling our kids is okay?
alilcrunchidoula 3 months ago
YES, the itsy bitsy clothing is a no-no in my book. And the Bratz dolls look like call girls :(.
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
I'm pretty open to my son playing with most things. However, he isn't allowed to play with wrestling figures.
ryari27 3 months ago
The list is TOO long to name all the toys I wouldn't let my children play with. On top of that we don't even want our kids to have a great quantity of toys. All they need is a few toys that help with creativity, imagination, and some good old fashion out doors time. Toys are way too over rated. Give my kid some wooden blocks and they will be happy.
AllThingsMothering 3 months ago
@AllThingsMothering LOL! TOTALLY! Griffin's favorite toy is my wooden citrus squeezer. I try to get Griff out every day so that he can run and be free. No outlets, cords, stairs or other stuff to worry about. Well, sometimes, some aggressive squirrels but they're manageable :).
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago
it's so ridiculous that people are angry about the barbie. if you don't like it for your kid, don't buy it for your kid. plain and simple.
thebabymuse 3 months ago 2
@thebabymuse I agree!
MamaNaturalBlog 3 months ago