Play Talk

The Play Talk Blog shares stories, play ideas, and parenting resources to support growth, creativity, and joyful learning at every stage.

Soft baby doll seated on rug with teddy bear, bottle, mini paper book and pacifier next to a TOTY award Finalist seal on right side.

November 10, 2025

Vote for Love, Stella!

Our Love, Stella Sleepy Time Peach Set has been nominated as a finalist in the Doll category for this year’s Toy Of The Year awards (TOTYs). Help us win! Cast your vote today to make our Love, Stella Sleepy Time set the 2026 Doll of the Year or People's Choice winner.

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May 31, 2018

Helping your Firstborn Prepare for the Newborn

August 15, 2017

Manhattan Toy in Target®

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March 7, 2016

Yes, You Should Buy Your Son His Very Own Doll

A boy snuggles with a wee baby stella doll and holds a magnetic pacifier.

February 1, 2016

Baby's Snuggles: The Inspiration for Snuggle Pods™

Is there anything better than baby snuggles? That’s an easy one: No, there’s not! But cuddling up with your little love is more important than just squeezing those chubby little cheeks and getting the warm and fuzzies. According to Scientific...

January 4, 2016

Meet Baby Stella®

Meet Baby Stella® Being a parent is a big job. Keeping the kids clean, happy and healthy comes with a to do list that’s longer than you could ever have imagined, and from day one, that means feeding, rocking, changing, singing,...