The Love, Stella Sleepy Time dolls are the perfect size for holding, hugging, and nurturing role play to foster social and emotional development. Dolls are 100% soft with a soothing light lavender scent. The doll's bottom is lightly weighted and designed to sit unassisted - perfect for playtime! Sleepy Time doll has embroidered features, fabric hair, a plump tummy, and a cute little belly button. The set includes a signature magnetic pacifier, a magnetic bottle, a teddy bear companion, and a mini paper bedtime picture book. Clothes are removable and feature hook-and-loop closures for supporting elementary dressing skills.

Research and studies by child development experts find that doll play allows children the ability to develop and practice key social and emotional skills including nurturing, empathy, and friendship. Some researchers term this as EQ (Emotional Intelligence) which is a key component to a child's whole development.