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What Makes Hey Bestie the Best Gifts for Kids
“The cutest dolls ever. The quality, fun, and heart behind these dolls is just perfection. Please keep making more, because they are a hit!”
— Tina D
Don’t just listen to us, listen to our fans! There’s a lot to love about Hey Bestie’s toys. If you’re in need of gift ideas for kids, look no further than our bestselling collection of small fashion dolls and accessories.
Here’s what makes our kids’ toys stand out:
Hey Bestie Dolls
Always Come in Pairs
Why give one doll when you can give two? Friendship is a big deal to us at Hey Bestie, so each of our dolls come with a friend. With two, imaginative play begins at first sight, and a collection has already started. Kids can dream up all kinds of fun scenarios their two little pals would enjoy!
(Plus, it’s a great bang for your buck!)
We Celebrate Diversity
No two Besties are the same. Within each pair, you’ll find Hey Bestie dolls with different hair colors, eye colors, and skin tones! We love to embrace our differences and see the beauty in everyone. Friendship is everywhere!
So, what makes these dolls great gifts for kids? Having a diverse collection of dolls is amazing for growing minds. It not only normalizes a diverse group of friends but encourages inclusive play at school and beyond. Dolls can help kids appreciate other cultures!
At the end of the day, having a doll that really looks like you boosts confidence. Representation matters!
“My sister has two biracial daughters. One of them is lighter skin with straight hair and her other daughter has darker skin with super curly hair. These dolls made them so excited because they said they look like them.”
— Melissa H
You Can't Beat the Price
$20? In this economy? Yes!
Here you can find 2 dolls with 2 puppies and a handful of accessories for only $20. That’s awesome! Hey Bestie dolls and playsets have been carefully designed to balance quality with affordability, so you can give your kiddo (and their friends) the very best.
Pair a set of dolls with a playset, and you have a long-lasting gift for less than $50!
Hey Bestie Dolls
Let Kids Be Kids
They might drive a pink convertible and run a coffee shop, but our fashion dolls are age-appropriate to kids 3 years and up. They rock fresh faces and natural hair in the cutest hairstyles. Plus, each of our dolls wear what kids wear, like polka-dot t-shirts, overalls, and yellow sneakers!
It’s important to us that Bestieville be a dream come true for young kids while keeping grown-up, real-world pressures at bay. With our dolls, kids can just play their little hearts out!
“I get to have so much fun playing with my sisters, cousins, and my mom. We have so many adventures with the dolls. They are amazing!”
— Deneen O
Winner, winner!
Believe us, we’re not the only ones who love Hey Bestie. Our collection of 5.5-inch dolls was named both a Good Housekeeping Toy Awards winner and a Toy Insider Top Holiday Toys winner in 2025!
The Lush & Lovely Hair Salon also won an award of its own! This ultra-fun, 19-piece playset won Toy Insider’s Top Summer Toy of 2025.
Dolls Have Educational Benefits
Think that dolls are just toys? Think again.
Research has shown that dolls teach kids lots of important soft skills like empathy, communication, creativity, emotional regulation, and confidence. That’s because children see dolls as little people with thoughts and feelings—not as simple objects. Dolls are friends!
Through play, kids explore their imaginations and practice social interactions, which helps to reinforce their real-world learnings. Many will also take care of their dolls by pretending to feed them, bathe them, and nurture them when they’re “sick,” which encourages a caring personality. These are amazing kids’ toys that should be in every home!
If your kiddo doesn’t have one, consider sliding a pair of Hey Bestie dolls under the tree. Dolls are amazing gifts for girls and boys 3 years and up!
Learn more about the benefits of doll play here.
“These two dolls look just like my daughter and her best friend, so I bought them for the two girls to play with. Currently they’re a favorite.”
— Jessica A
A Hey Bestie doll is a friend forever, and a gift you can feel good about.
So, choose Hey Bestie dolls for your next kids’ birthday party, Christmas gift, or fun surprise! From their stand-out quality to their lovable little details, our toys for kids are crafted with care and priced with your budget in mind. Celebrate friendship, creativity, and play with a gift from Hey Bestie!
See you next time!
