'People don't get it': inside the world of hyper-realistic baby doll collecting

Why these lifelike baby dolls can cost thousands of dollars

Baby Born My Real Baby Doll Annabell - Blue Eyes: Realistic Soft-Bodied Baby Doll Ages 3 & Up, Sound Effects, Drinks & Wets, Mouth Moves, Cries Real Tears, Eyes Open & Close, Pacifier

Alive Baby Doll Clothes and Accessories - 12 Sets Girl Doll Clothes Dress for 12 13 14 15 16 Inch Doll, Baby Doll Clothes - Doll Outfits Accessories w/Hairpin & Underwear for Doll Gift

The New York Doll Collection Baby Doll Feeding & Caring Accessory Set in Zippered Carrying Case