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Doll in sexy underwear prompts call for boycott Parents fear toy ‘grooms’ girls for predators DIANe STRANDbeRG dstrandberg@tricitynews.com
Dominic Tulai demonstrates his Rubik’s Cube skills while spinning a hula hoop in the driveway of his Port Moody home. The 13-year-old recently attempted to set a world record for the odd combination of skills. See the full story on page 33. mario bartel/the tri-CitY NeWS
The Na Na Na Surprise Doll that wears X-rated fishnet stockings, panties and bra, and comes with its own bedroom, shouldn’t be bought for young girls, Tri-City parents, politicians and community groups warn. The alarm comes after a Port Coquitlam mother posted on Facebook in shock that the Na Na Na Surprise dolls she bought for her daughter’s birth-
day were clothed in sexy lingerie, fishnet stockings and garters when the toys were removed from the packaging. “All the girls are getting them at school, so my daughter was begging me for it for her birthday. I googled it, saw a pic and didn’t think much of it,” said Araminta Applewood, who is now contacting stores to have the toy removed for fear it is “grooming” girls for predators. Her concerns are supported by groups fighting to stop the sexual exploitation of children, including Carol Todd, mother of Amanda Todd. see
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