For little ones
A soft friend, a familiar face, and an invitation to feel proud of who they are.
Our story · A wish that became a little friend
I created the doll I needed as a child.
Growing up in a small town with little diversity, I longed for a connection to my Asian roots. Sometimes, that longing was as simple as searching a toy aisle for a face that felt familiar.
I could find dolls that looked like my classmates. I couldn't find one that looked like me.
That small absence stayed with me. Years later, it became the reason I started Poco Pals.
“Every child deserves to feel seen in the things they love.”
Turning a feeling into something you can hold
A little doll.
A deeply personal mission.
As a child, I quietly wondered why the dolls around me rarely reflected my heritage. I wanted something familiar to hold on to: a small reminder that my features, my culture, and my story belonged, too.
As I grew older, that feeling became a purpose. I wanted to create the kind of comforting companion I had wished for, so more children could grow up with a little more recognition and a little more pride.
Poco Pals began with that hope. Nini is our first step.
Eight months of care
Meet Nini. Made
with meaning.
Countless sketches, reworked designs, and eight months of refining brought Nini to life.
Nini (妮妮) is an affectionate Chinese way of referring to a little girl. To me, it carries the warmth and familiarity I wanted this doll to offer.
Her gentle smile and clothing details draw inspiration from Asian heritage. She is a starting point for curiosity, connection, and imaginative play.
Get to know Nini →Belonging has no age limit
Different hands.
The same heartfelt meaning.
For families
A gentle way to start conversations about culture, identity, and the stories we pass down.
For the child within
A comforting reminder for those of us who once wished for a doll like this, too.
This is just the beginning
More stories to tell.
More children to see.
My hope is to grow Poco Pals to reflect more of the richness and diversity of Asian cultures. Nini is the beginning of that journey, and your support helps make the next chapter possible.
Thank you for being here, for believing in this mission, and for helping create a world where more children feel celebrated just as they are.
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