What happens when none of the dolls look like you? While Black dolls have since drastically expanded, there still lies a gap in representation overall, with mainstream dolls failing to reflect the diversity of the real world. This lack continues to reinforce narrow beauty standards, leaving Black girls feeling excluded, sending a subtle yet harmful message about who’s valued and celebrated.
Let’s face it - kids today are true digital nomads. It’s almost as if they were practically born swiping and scrolling. Gen Alpha, the youngest generation of everyone, might be the ultimate masters at navigating tablets and touchscreens, but behind that, they’re just kids who crave to be seen.
As parents, it's our job to provide our children with the resources they need to navigate their emotions and help build their confidence when they need it most. Here are some tips to help you support your child during stressful times so they can feel affirmed and boost their self-esteem so they can grow up strong!
Did you know doll play can help kids express their feelings as well as learn how to empathize with others and build positive relationships? Today, we live in a society that's becoming more social media dependent and with negative and limited portrayals of girls of color, this affects how they build self-love in embracing who they are. This study sheds more light on the issue.
As summer begins to wind down and back to school season begins to ramp up, this is the perfect opportunity to prioritize our children's wellbeing with these 7 tips on relaxation!
Though February is when Black History Month is acknowledged, Black legacy, heritage, and pride should be celebrated 24/7/365 and at Corage Dolls we love doing that everyday. Check out our blog to learn about 5 Things You Didn’t Know About Black History Month.
With the Holidays upon us we’re all wondering what to buy our friends, family and everyone in-between! After the crazy couple of years we’ve had, c...
What I love so much about toys is that they build your imagination, help spark creativity, and serve as a comfort and a companion. A doll is often one of the first toys a girl has and when I first saw myself reflected in one, I lite up with joy and happiness knowing that I mattered. That’s the same feeling many young girls especially girls of color have when they finally see themselves and with beautiful Black dolls there’s a rich history and legacy.
