Please note this doll talks! Don't say we didn't warn you...this baby ellie friends talking baby is a very cute doll, perfectly sized for cuddles and dressing up but also a fantastically fortunate way to entertain your own little babbler whilst your busy doing the housework, catching up on work, trying to have a grown up conversation with an actual adult or just generally attempting to keep your sanity in tact for 5 minutes.the baby ellie friends 40cm talking baby doll, with 6 sounds, is part of a super cute collection exclusive to hamleys and designed to help develop a child's early nurturing skills and encourage a kind and caring attitude. It's also a brilliant way of involving your child in role play activities to foster confidence, imagination and motor skills.requires 3 x lr44 batteries included.