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Best Toys 2025: Joeydolls Celebrates Our Toy Insider Feature!

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The holidays are coming fast, and we have big news to share! Joeydolls is featured in the Toy Insider 2025 Holiday Gift Guide in the beloved 0–2 category. What does that mean for you? It means the experts agree that our dolls are among the Best Toys 2025 for babies and toddlers. We’re over the moon and so thankful for this recognition!

Parents searching for the perfect holiday gift will love what this means. Let’s dive in and show you why Joeydolls is ready to bring extra joy to your family celebrations this year.

Best Toys 2025: Perfect for Every Baby

Collage featuring Toy Insider Holiday Gift Guide 2025 and Joeydolls plush dolls in cultural outfits. Text reads “Best Holiday Gifts for Ages 0–2” with Joeydolls highlighted as a top pick.

Before we dive into why this recognition matters, let’s shine the spotlight on what makes our dolls special.

  • Soft and snuggly materials that are gentle on baby’s skin

  • Culturally rich details representing Asian heritage with care

  • Inclusive mission to help kids grow up proud, kind, and empathetic

Meet Lil Joeydolls: Safe, Soft, and Full of Heart

The dolls featured on the Toy Insider 2025 Holiday Gift Guide are part of our newest Joeydolls collection - a fresh lineup designed to spark even more joy and cultural connection. It’s our way of making sure families always have something new and meaningful to share with their children.

Our adorable mini dolls that pack big heart into a small, travel-ready size. These cuddly 9-inch companions fit perfectly in little hands and backpacks, making cultural pride easy to bring along to daycare, playdates, or holiday trips.

Meet  Danbi - meaning “sweet rain” in Korean. This 9"  Korean doll wears a traditional  pink hanbok with ribbon and pastel sleeve details, inspiring little ones to celebrate culture through cuddly, inclusive play.

Korean Danbi Mini Doll

Meet  Hoa - meaning “flower” in Vietnamese. This 9" Vietnamese doll wears a vibrant red áo dài with yellow floral embroidery, celebrating tradition and belonging through joyful play.

Vietnamese Hoa Mini Doll

Meet  Mei (美) - meaning “beautiful” in Chinese. This 9" Chinese doll wears a bright red  qipao (cheongsam) with golden blossoms, celebrating tradition and joyful play in every hug.

Chinese Mei Mini Doll

Meet  Minh - our first Vietnamese boy doll. Dressed in a bold royal blue áo dài with gold embroidery and a traditional khăn đóng headpiece, Minh celebrates Vietnamese heritage and gives children a joyful way to see themselves reflected in play.

Vietnamese Minh Mini Doll

Meet Malaya - meaning “free” in Tagalog. This 9" Filipina doll wears a traditional Filipiniana dress with butterfly sleeves and embroidery, inspiring pride and joy in every cuddle.

Filipina Malaya Mini Doll

Besides our beloved core favorites - Danbi, Hoa, Mei, Minh, and Malaya - the Joeydolls family is growing even bigger! We have two more minis in our collection: Indian mini doll and Japanese mini doll. They’re available now for pre-order and arriving this October - perfect for fall snuggles and early holiday gifting!

Say hello to  Priya - meaning “beloved” in Hindi. This 9" Indian cultural doll from our Lil Joeydolls Collection wears a vibrant pink lehenga with gold embroidery and a flowing dupatta, inviting little ones to celebrate  Indian heritage through joyful, cuddly play.

Indian Priya Mini Doll

Say hello to  Aiko - meaning “beloved child” in Japanese. This 9" Japanese doll wears a traditional pink floral kimono with a delicate obi belt, inviting little ones to explore heritage and imagination through cuddly play.

Japanese Aiko Mini Doll

Whether you choose a full-size Asian-American Doll or one of the newest Lil Joeydolls, every friend is ready to fill playtime with love, inclusion, and authentic cultural celebration - at home or on the go.

Why This Toy Insider Feature Matters

Collage featuring Toy Insider Holiday Gift Guide 2025 and Joeydolls plush dolls in cultural outfits. Text reads “Best Holiday Gifts for Ages 0–2” with Joeydolls highlighted as a top pick.

The Toy Insider Holiday Gift Guide is like the Oscars of the toy world. When their experts pick a toy, parents can trust it’s fun, safe, and developmentally smart.

Being highlighted in the 0–2 category tells families that Joeydolls isn’t just adorable - it’s built for the very youngest children, from the gentle fabrics to the thoughtful cultural details. It’s such an honor to stand among the best toys 2025 in the world of early childhood play!

How Joeydolls Fits Into Family Life

We know parents want toys that do more than entertain. Joeydolls can join every part of your baby’s day!

  • Morning cuddles before breakfast

  • Playtime that builds language and empathy

  • Soothing bedtime companions

Each doll is easy to clean and designed to handle all the love a child can give. Best toys 2025 isn’t just a title - it’s a promise that these dolls will grow with your little one.

Ready to wrap up the best holiday gifts of 2025?

Give your child a gift that celebrates diversity, teaches empathy, and creates lifelong memories.

FAQs: Everything You Need to Know

Are Joeydolls safe for newborns?

Absolutely! Our dolls meet strict baby-safety standards and are soft from head to toe.

Where can I buy them?

You can find every style directly at Joeydolls.com

How do I clean the dolls?

Simply surface-wipe with mild soap and water, or hand wash gently. Air dry for best results. You can see our tutorial how to care your Joeydoll here

What makes them different from other dolls?

Our focus on Asian-American Dolls and authentic cultural details sets us apart, plus we work to combat colorism and anti-Asian racism.

Summary

Recognized as one of the Best Toys 2025

Featured in Toy Insider 2025 Holiday Gift Guide in the 0–2 category.

Every doll is soft, non-toxic, and baby-approved.

Perfect gifts for holidays, birthdays, and daily snuggles.

Join Our VIP Family!

Love what we stand for? Become part of our VIP list and be the first to hear about:

  • Early product launches

  • Special discounts

  • Heartwarming cultural stories

  • Free playtime activity ideas

It’s easy and joyful, just like our dolls!

About The Author

Samantha Ong, founder of Joeydolls holding multicultural Asian cultural dolls representing Chinese, Filipino, Korean, Japanese, Vietnamese, and Cambodian heritage

Samantha Ong

Samantha Ong is the founder of Joeydolls, a Canadian-based toy brand on a mission to celebrate Asian cultures through joyful, inclusive play. Inspired by her own experiences growing up without cultural representation, Samantha designs dolls that help children feel proud of who they are while sparking curiosity and empathy in others. Since launching in 2023, Joeydolls has empowered thousands of families to bring culture, identity, and love into their everyday lives—one cuddle at a time.

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