A woman in Sydney, Australia, Sylvia Heszterterenyiova, 51, proudly calls herself a caregiver to 250 reborn dolls. These lifelike dolls, each valued up to £6,000, hold a special place in Sylvia’s heart, a passion that ignited when her daughters surprised her with a reborn doll as a birthday gift.
Reflecting on her early motherhood days, Sylvia expressed how she cherished caring for her daughters, Veronika, 32, and Sofia, 28. When her children grew older, she missed the nurturing moments. Turning 40, her daughters orchestrated a memorable birthday surprise – an unexpected reborn doll named Isabella, setting the foundation for Sylvia’s expanding reborn doll collection.
Inspired by this gift, Sylvia delved into the world of reborn dolls, eventually establishing her own company, Fairies Reborn Magic Nursery, where she crafts personalized reborns. Her daughters actively participate in caring for the dolls, treating them as real infants and embarking on outdoor adventures with them.
The joy the reborns bring to others has motivated Sylvia to create baby books for each doll, documenting their escapades with photos and mementos. Her collection has grown to 250 reborns and a total of 27,000 dolls, including porcelain, vintage, and composition varieties, displayed throughout her home.
Despite some skeptics, Sylvia finds solace in the therapeutic value of reborns, noting their positive impact on individuals, including Alzheimer’s patients. Grateful for her daughters’ introduction to reborns, Sylvia embraces her unique family expansion through these dolls, embodying a deep affection for her reborn babies and the fulfilling role they play in her life.
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