Grandpa Knits Dolls With Vitiligo for Kids Suffering #grandpa #dolls #doll #kid #suffering #vitiligo

A Brazilian grandfather named João Stanganelli, who himself has vitiligo, crochets dolls with vitiligo for children with the same condition.

He does this to help boost their self-esteem and make them feel seen and valued. His creations are unique, inclusive, and represent various conditions, including vitiligo, wheelchairs, hearing aids, and more.

João initially started crocheting dolls for his granddaughter, wanting her to have something to remember him by. After learning to crochet, he decided to make dolls with vitiligo to help children with the condition feel more comfortable in their skin.

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