China Gen Z nurtures stuffed toys like real babies, celebrates birthdays, shows affection
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A new trend in China sees Gen Z women embracing "painless motherhood" by caring for cotton dolls as if they were real children. This includes celebrating the dolls' birthdays, buying them clothes, and taking them on outings. The trend gained widespread attention in October 2023 after a woman posted about her experience at the Haidilao hotpot chain, where staff allegedly refused to provide a baby chair or sing a birthday song for her dolls. The post sparked a national debate about whether businesses should cater to customers who treat stuffed toys like children. The practice is seen as a way for young women to experience a form of motherhood without the responsibilities of raising a real child.
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