Frequently Asked Questions

A reborn doll is a highly realistic, handcrafted art doll designed to closely resemble a real newborn baby. Every reborn is individually created by hand, making each one a unique work of art with its own personality and charm. The creation process involves painting many delicate translucent layers to build realistic skin tones, subtle veining, mottling, blushing, and other lifelike details. Each baby is then carefully assembled using premium-quality materials and individually weighted to recreate the natural feel and balance of a real newborn. Reborn dolls are cherished by collectors, artists, photographers, therapy recipients, and families around the world. Whether displayed as a collectible or lovingly cared for as part of a collection, each reborn is created with patience, skill, and attention to every detail.

A cuddle baby is a reborn doll with a beautifully hand-painted vinyl head and a soft cloth body, including soft cloth arms and legs. This makes them wonderfully soft to cuddle while still having the realistic weight and feel of a real baby when held. Cuddle babies are a great choice for collectors, children who enjoy gentle play, and therapy recipients. They are also a wonderful introduction to the reborn world for those looking for a more affordable option without compromising on the quality and artistry that goes into every hand-painted reborn.

Cuddle babies are priced from $450.00 to $750.00. Full-limb babies are priced from $850.00 to $1,500.00. Prices vary depending on the baby, kit, size, painting style and hair type.

Absolutely! Every reborn baby is individually handcrafted and hand-painted by me in Perth, Western Australia. From the very first layer of paint to the final assembly, every step is completed by hand with patience, care, and attention to detail. Each baby is painted over many translucent layers to create realistic skin tones and delicate features, before being carefully assembled, weighted, and dressed. Because every reborn is created by hand, no two babies are ever exactly alike. Each one is a unique work of art with its own individual character and charm.

Yes, 100%. Every reborn doll I create is made exclusively from authentic sculpt kits purchased directly from authorised manufacturers, trusted retailers, or the original sculptors. I have a strict zero-tolerance policy when it comes to counterfeit kits. I will never create or sell a reborn made from a counterfeit, replica, or illegally copied sculpt. By choosing an authentic reborn from Leoa's Reborn Creations, you are supporting the talented sculptors who dedicate countless hours to designing these beautiful works of art and helping preserve the integrity of the reborn community.

Yes, where applicable. If the sculpt kit includes a Certificate of Authenticity (COA), it will always be sent home with your reborn. Every baby also includes my own Artist Birth Certificate.

The majority of my babies have hand-painted hair, which I love for its realism, low maintenance, and newborn appearance. I also offer combination (combi) hair, which combines hand-painted hair with delicately rooted hair at the top of the head for added realism. From time to time, I am able to offer fully rooted hair, completed by a talented rooting artist that I work with. As this depends on her availability, I cannot guarantee this option will always be available. Please note that fully rooted hair incurs an additional charge.

I do my very best to photograph each baby as accurately as possible. Photos are taken in different lighting conditions, including both indoor and natural outdoor light, to best represent your baby's true skin tone and details. Please keep in mind that colours may vary slightly depending on your screen or device settings, but I always strive to provide a true representation of each reborn.

Each reborn is painted using professional-quality Genesis Heat Set Paints, a premium medium widely respected within the reborn community for its durability, depth, and incredibly realistic results. Unlike air-dry paints, Genesis Heat Set Paints are cured in a specialised oven after each layer, allowing me to build delicate translucent skin tones, natural mottling, blushing, veining, and other lifelike details over many layers. This process creates beautiful depth while ensuring the paint is permanently set before the next layer is applied. Once the painting process is complete, each baby is carefully sealed with a combination of Matte, Satin and Thinning Medium varnishes. This protective finish helps preserve the artwork while creating a realistic skin texture and subtle variations in sheen, just like real newborn skin. The varnish also adds durability and helps protect the painted surface during normal handling. Every reborn is individually painted over many hours with patience, precision, and attention to detail, making each baby a unique work of art.

Yes. Each baby is carefully weighted using premium-quality glass beads and filled with super-soft Polyfill to create a soft, cuddly, and wonderfully realistic feel. Every reborn is individually weighted to resemble the natural weight and balance of a real newborn, making each cuddle feel even more natural and comforting. If you have a personal preference, I can also customise the weight to be slightly lighter or heavier upon request.

Every reborn comes with a detailed care instruction sheet, which explains how to care for your baby to keep it looking beautiful for years to come. If you ever have any questions after your adoption, I'm always happy to help.

No. Reborn dolls are collectible works of art and are not designed to be bathed or submerged in water. They have a soft cloth body filled with premium glass beads and Polyfill, which can absorb water and become damaged. To keep your reborn looking its best, simply wipe the vinyl parts (such as the head, arms, and legs) gently with a soft, slightly damp cloth if cleaning is ever needed.

Yes, reborn dolls can be enjoyed by children who are old enough to understand the importance of gentle care and handling. Although reborn dolls are collectible works of art rather than traditional toys, many of my babies are lovingly adopted by children who enjoy caring for them just like a real baby. Gentle cuddles, changing clothes, feeding with pretend accessories, pram walks, and supervised play are all perfectly suitable. However, reborn dolls are delicately handcrafted and contain small parts, including glass beads and magnets (where applicable). For this reason, they are not recommended for rough play or for young children under the age of 6 years. Adult supervision is always recommended for younger children. With proper care and gentle handling, your reborn can be treasured and enjoyed for many years.

Many of my babies include a strong magnet for a magnetic dummy. Please keep magnets away from pacemakers, hearing aids, and other sensitive medical devices.

Yes! I am happy to accept custom orders when my order book is open. My custom babies are created primarily as artist's choice, allowing me the creative freedom to bring each baby to life using my own inspiration, artistic vision, and attention to detail. This ensures that every baby remains unique and receives the same level of care and creativity that defines my work. I'm happy to accommodate a few personal preferences, such as hair colour, eye colour (for awake babies), or gender where possible. However, rather than replicating another artist's work or following highly detailed specifications, I create each baby as an individual work of art, thoughtfully brought to life with care, creativity, and attention to every detail.

Yes. If your chosen sculpt is suitable, you are welcome to choose whether you would like your baby presented as a boy or a girl. If you'd prefer, I can also surprise you with my artistic choice.

Yes, but only if I have the authentic kit available in my own stock. To ensure the authenticity and quality of every reborn I create, I do not paint customer-supplied kits, including sold-out or discontinued kits. As these kits can no longer be replaced, I would not feel comfortable accepting one provided by a customer due to the risk of accidental damage during the painting process.

Each baby requires many hours of detailed work over several days. Custom orders generally take between 4–8 weeks, depending on my current workload.

Yes. A non-refundable deposit of AUD $200.00 is required to secure your custom order. If you choose to pay through a payment plan, the remaining balance must be paid in full before your baby is shipped. Your reborn will only be dispatched once full payment has been received.

Yes. Flexible payment plans are available. Please contact me before purchasing so we can arrange a plan that suits you.

Yes. Babies can be reserved with a non-refundable deposit. Once your deposit has been received, your baby will be marked as Reserved and will no longer be available for purchase. The remaining balance must be paid in full before your baby is shipped.

I am based in Perth, Western Australia.

Yes! I happily post within Australia and to every country Australia Post delivers to. Postage is calculated at checkout from Australia Post's rates, by the weight of your parcel and the destination — just enter your address and the shop works it out. Reborn babies travel with tracking, signature on delivery and full insurance.

Postage is charged by the weight of your parcel and where it's going, at Australia Post's published rates plus a little for packaging. Everything in one order posts together, so a kit and five dummies are charged as one parcel, not two. Within Australia, up to 12 dummies post for $11.50 and a reborn baby for $26.00–$30.50 with signature on delivery, plus insurance. You'll see the exact figure at checkout before you pay.

Yes. Australia Post covers the first $100 of every parcel at no charge. Orders over AUD $300 are insured for their full value: a "Shipping Insurance" line is added to your cart automatically, at Australia Post's rate of $2.50 for each $100 of value after the first $100 — $22.50 on a $950 baby. It can't be removed, so every baby travels fully insured, with tracking and signature on delivery.

Yes — if your address is in Western Australia, choose "Local pickup" at checkout and there's no postage to pay. Pickup is by appointment in Pearsall: once your order is through, I'll message you to arrange a day and time. If your order included shipping insurance, I refund it in full once you've collected.

Every baby is carefully wrapped and presented. I take great care in packaging every adoption to ensure your baby arrives safely and ready to be welcomed into its new home. Your reborn will arrive with a beautifully presented box opening, which may include:

• A Certificate of Authenticity (COA), where applicable
• An Artist Birth Certificate
• A care instruction sheet
• A magnetic dummy (if compatible with your baby)
• A blanket
• A nappy (diaper)
• A soft toy or comfort item
• A few special surprises to make your adoption even more memorable

Please note that the contents of each box opening may vary depending on the individual baby and current availability.

Delivery times vary depending on your location and the shipping service selected. Tracking details will always be provided once your baby/order has been dispatched.

Not always. Different artists place magnets in different directions. If your dummy doesn't attach correctly, it may simply require the opposite magnetic polarity. I can help you choose the correct option.

Yes. My magnetic dummies are made from genuine baby dummies that are carefully modified by hand specifically for reborn dolls. Each dummy is carefully modified by hand to securely fit the magnet while maintaining its original look and quality. Before being packaged, every magnetic dummy is individually checked to ensure it is ready for your reborn baby.

Yes. I only sell authentic reborn kits from authorised manufacturers.

No. Blank kits are unpainted and are intended for artists to paint and assemble themselves.

Not at the moment. While I don't currently offer reborn painting classes, it's something I'm hoping to introduce in the future. Please keep an eye on my website or social media for any updates.

As each reborn doll is individually handcrafted and made with great care, all sales are final and non-refundable. This includes custom orders, change of mind, or personal preference after your baby has been completed or received. Please choose your baby carefully and feel free to contact me if you have any questions before making your purchase. I'm always happy to help.

Please contact me within 48 hours of delivery and include photographs of the packaging and the damage so I can assist you as quickly as possible.