Reborn Dolls: Finding Comfort and Connection

Convos from the Couch by LifeStance Health · Dec 10, 2025 · 8m

In this episode, we sit down with LifeStance therapist Victoria Benfer to explore the growing trend of reborn dolls—remarkably lifelike, artist-crafted baby dolls that have captured increasing public interest. Victoria discusses the many roles these dolls play, from offering comfort to those coping with infant loss or loneliness, to supporting connection and calm for older adults in memory care settings, to serving as a creative outlet for dedicated collectors. She also addresses the importance of maintaining healthy boundaries, noting potential risks such as emotional overdependence or…