As a mom to two toddlers, I have purchased my fair share of baby dolls. Both of my daughters started showing a strong interest in playing with dolls from a young age — more than any other toy.

An curved arrow pointing right. Hyperrealistic baby dolls can cost upwards of 15,000 euros. Babyclon, a doll producer, uses medical-grade silicone, alpaca hair, and nail resin, which contribute to ...