A surprising find in the aisles of BIG W sparked an intense debate among shoppers and parents over what's appropriate for kids.

The retailer's 'Deddy Bears' range has eight zombie-like characters wrapped in a black body bag, with an accompanying autopsy report detailing their bizarre cause of death.

For example, one of the characters apparently dies from a 'wooden stake through the heart'.

Many have taken to social media to express their concerns over the toys, with one shopper saying she 'felt disturbed' while browsing for toddler and preschool toys. 'Includes body bag and autopsy report. But don’t worry, they’re also super soft,' she noted.

Deddy Bears Body Bag Collection Plush - Vambear and Bundle, $25. Credit: BIG W

Other outraged shoppers called the toys 'the stuff nightmares are made of' and argued they are in 'bad taste' and entirely 'unnecessary for children'.

On the other hand, some consumers believed that these toys, although unconventional, would be received positively by children.

A spokesperson for BIG W said the Deddy Bears are intended for an 'older audience' and will be available for a limited time only.

Deddy Bears Body Bag Collection Plush - Spekter, $25. Credit: BIG W

However, many people have come to the defence of the unique playthings, with one parent saying: 'This is what’s wrong with the world. Too many upset so easily and think everything is inappropriate.'

Another BIG W shopper added: 'This generation is in huge trouble with all these precious parents. World’s gone soft.'

While it might sound like an interesting novelty idea for some, several experts have warned of the dangers behind the toys.

Child psychologist Deidre Brandner explained that such toys have the potential to cross the line, resulting in young children encountering ideas and concepts that surpass their cognitive and emotional development.

Deddy Bears Body Bag Collection Plush - Bones, $25. Credit: BIG W

'It can be very confronting for children when toys they love become infused with a sinister element,' she said. 'Toys that take inspiration from horror films take away the notion that they’re designed solely for children.'

Justin Khoury, CEO of Unbound Minds Psychology, agreed that the increasing prevalence of anxiety among children is a cause for concern.

He said: 'Unexpectedly encountering the concepts of being burned alive or succumbing to flesh rot by reading a mock autopsy report in the toy section of a discount department store is not conducive to the healthy emotional development of a young child.'

Key Takeaways

• A new children's toy sold at BIG W resembling a corpse in a body bag, part of the ‘Deddy Bears range, has drawn criticism from some parents who find them 'confronting' and inappropriate for children.
  
• The playthings, which include an autopsy report detailing their causes of death, have incited polarising reactions on social media, balancing between accusations of undue sensitivity and valid child protection concerns.
  
• Following the criticism, BIG W explained the toys were part of their early Halloween range and intended for an older audience, predicting a limited stock lifespan due to impending sales.
  
• Child psychologists warn against exposing young children to toys incorporating dark themes, arguing that it may overshadow the nurturing purposes of play and could prematurely introduce children to menacing ideas that outpace their cognitive and emotional development capabilities.
  

What about you, members? Do you think these toys are appropriate or inappropriate for children? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

 

[Jest]

A surprising find in the aisles of BIG W sparked an intense debate among shoppers and parents over what's appropriate for kids.

The retailer's 'Deddy Bears' range has eight zombie-like characters wrapped in a black body bag, with an accompanying autopsy report detailing their bizarre cause of death.

For example, one of the characters apparently dies from a 'wooden stake through the heart'.

Many have taken to social media to express their concerns over the toys, with one shopper saying she 'felt disturbed' while browsing for toddler and preschool toys. 'Includes body bag and autopsy report. But don’t worry, they’re also super soft,' she noted.

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Deddy Bears Body Bag Collection Plush - Vambear and Bundle, $25. Credit: BIG W

Other outraged shoppers called the toys 'the stuff nightmares are made of' and argued they are in 'bad taste' and entirely 'unnecessary for children'.

On the other hand, some consumers believed that these toys, although unconventional, would be received positively by children.

A spokesperson for BIG W said the Deddy Bears are intended for an 'older audience' and will be available for a limited time only.

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Deddy Bears Body Bag Collection Plush - Spekter, $25. Credit: BIG W

However, many people have come to the defence of the unique playthings, with one parent saying: 'This is what’s wrong with the world. Too many upset so easily and think everything is inappropriate.'

Another BIG W shopper added: 'This generation is in huge trouble with all these precious parents. World’s gone soft.'

While it might sound like an interesting novelty idea for some, several experts have warned of the dangers behind the toys.

Child psychologist Deidre Brandner explained that such toys have the potential to cross the line, resulting in young children encountering ideas and concepts that surpass their cognitive and emotional development.

View attachment 28186

Deddy Bears Body Bag Collection Plush - Bones, $25. Credit: BIG W

'It can be very confronting for children when toys they love become infused with a sinister element,' she said. 'Toys that take inspiration from horror films take away the notion that they’re designed solely for children.'

Justin Khoury, CEO of Unbound Minds Psychology, agreed that the increasing prevalence of anxiety among children is a cause for concern.

He said: 'Unexpectedly encountering the concepts of being burned alive or succumbing to flesh rot by reading a mock autopsy report in the toy section of a discount department store is not conducive to the healthy emotional development of a young child.'

Key Takeaways

• A new children's toy sold at BIG W resembling a corpse in a body bag, part of the ‘Deddy Bears range, has drawn criticism from some parents who find them 'confronting' and inappropriate for children.
• The playthings, which include an autopsy report detailing their causes of death, have incited polarising reactions on social media, balancing between accusations of undue sensitivity and valid child protection concerns.
• Following the criticism, BIG W explained the toys were part of their early Halloween range and intended for an older audience, predicting a limited stock lifespan due to impending sales.
• Child psychologists warn against exposing young children to toys incorporating dark themes, arguing that it may overshadow the nurturing purposes of play and could prematurely introduce children to menacing ideas that outpace their cognitive and emotional development capabilities.

What about you, members? Do you think these toys are appropriate or inappropriate for children? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

they want them to know all about sex so why not death.

 

[Annna]

Parents use brains, don't buy them and the product fails. Out of stores. Not rocket science.

 

[PepeLePew]

Kids of today spend hrs & hrs playing games on electronic devices that involve mayhem, murder, killings, death by guns/knives/fire/car crashes/bombings etc etc, so seriously how on earth do parents find this toy offensive when they allow and approve of their children playing these games.
I for one would prefer to see my grandsons play with one of these bears than spend every spare moment at home playing killing games on their P.C's, phones, Playstations.
When they stay at my house all electronic devices are banned and they either use the playground equipment downstairs or we play board/card games upstairs. T.V. viewing is also limited to shows approved by me. No youtube allowed.

 

[Chris lacker verbatium]

A surprising find in the aisles of BIG W sparked an intense debate among shoppers and parents over what's appropriate for kids.

The retailer's 'Deddy Bears' range has eight zombie-like characters wrapped in a black body bag, with an accompanying autopsy report detailing their bizarre cause of death.

For example, one of the characters apparently dies from a 'wooden stake through the heart'.

Many have taken to social media to express their concerns over the toys, with one shopper saying she 'felt disturbed' while browsing for toddler and preschool toys. 'Includes body bag and autopsy report. But don’t worry, they’re also super soft,' she noted.

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Deddy Bears Body Bag Collection Plush - Vambear and Bundle, $25. Credit: BIG W

Other outraged shoppers called the toys 'the stuff nightmares are made of' and argued they are in 'bad taste' and entirely 'unnecessary for children'.

On the other hand, some consumers believed that these toys, although unconventional, would be received positively by children.

A spokesperson for BIG W said the Deddy Bears are intended for an 'older audience' and will be available for a limited time only.

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Deddy Bears Body Bag Collection Plush - Spekter, $25. Credit: BIG W

However, many people have come to the defence of the unique playthings, with one parent saying: 'This is what’s wrong with the world. Too many upset so easily and think everything is inappropriate.'

Another BIG W shopper added: 'This generation is in huge trouble with all these precious parents. World’s gone soft.'

While it might sound like an interesting novelty idea for some, several experts have warned of the dangers behind the toys.

Child psychologist Deidre Brandner explained that such toys have the potential to cross the line, resulting in young children encountering ideas and concepts that surpass their cognitive and emotional development.

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Deddy Bears Body Bag Collection Plush - Bones, $25. Credit: BIG W

'It can be very confronting for children when toys they love become infused with a sinister element,' she said. 'Toys that take inspiration from horror films take away the notion that they’re designed solely for children.'

Justin Khoury, CEO of Unbound Minds Psychology, agreed that the increasing prevalence of anxiety among children is a cause for concern.

He said: 'Unexpectedly encountering the concepts of being burned alive or succumbing to flesh rot by reading a mock autopsy report in the toy section of a discount department store is not conducive to the healthy emotional development of a young child.'

Key Takeaways

• A new children's toy sold at BIG W resembling a corpse in a body bag, part of the ‘Deddy Bears range, has drawn criticism from some parents who find them 'confronting' and inappropriate for children.
• The playthings, which include an autopsy report detailing their causes of death, have incited polarising reactions on social media, balancing between accusations of undue sensitivity and valid child protection concerns.
• Following the criticism, BIG W explained the toys were part of their early Halloween range and intended for an older audience, predicting a limited stock lifespan due to impending sales.
• Child psychologists warn against exposing young children to toys incorporating dark themes, arguing that it may overshadow the nurturing purposes of play and could prematurely introduce children to menacing ideas that outpace their cognitive and emotional development capabilities.

What about you, members? Do you think these toys are appropriate or inappropriate for children? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

Too many helicopter parents wrapping children up in cotton wool...

 

[NotNats]

A surprising find in the aisles of BIG W sparked an intense debate among shoppers and parents over what's appropriate for kids.

The retailer's 'Deddy Bears' range has eight zombie-like characters wrapped in a black body bag, with an accompanying autopsy report detailing their bizarre cause of death.

For example, one of the characters apparently dies from a 'wooden stake through the heart'.

Many have taken to social media to express their concerns over the toys, with one shopper saying she 'felt disturbed' while browsing for toddler and preschool toys. 'Includes body bag and autopsy report. But don’t worry, they’re also super soft,' she noted.

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Deddy Bears Body Bag Collection Plush - Vambear and Bundle, $25. Credit: BIG W

Other outraged shoppers called the toys 'the stuff nightmares are made of' and argued they are in 'bad taste' and entirely 'unnecessary for children'.

On the other hand, some consumers believed that these toys, although unconventional, would be received positively by children.

A spokesperson for BIG W said the Deddy Bears are intended for an 'older audience' and will be available for a limited time only.

View attachment 28184

Deddy Bears Body Bag Collection Plush - Spekter, $25. Credit: BIG W

However, many people have come to the defence of the unique playthings, with one parent saying: 'This is what’s wrong with the world. Too many upset so easily and think everything is inappropriate.'

Another BIG W shopper added: 'This generation is in huge trouble with all these precious parents. World’s gone soft.'

While it might sound like an interesting novelty idea for some, several experts have warned of the dangers behind the toys.

Child psychologist Deidre Brandner explained that such toys have the potential to cross the line, resulting in young children encountering ideas and concepts that surpass their cognitive and emotional development.

View attachment 28186

Deddy Bears Body Bag Collection Plush - Bones, $25. Credit: BIG W

'It can be very confronting for children when toys they love become infused with a sinister element,' she said. 'Toys that take inspiration from horror films take away the notion that they’re designed solely for children.'

Justin Khoury, CEO of Unbound Minds Psychology, agreed that the increasing prevalence of anxiety among children is a cause for concern.

He said: 'Unexpectedly encountering the concepts of being burned alive or succumbing to flesh rot by reading a mock autopsy report in the toy section of a discount department store is not conducive to the healthy emotional development of a young child.'

Key Takeaways

• A new children's toy sold at BIG W resembling a corpse in a body bag, part of the ‘Deddy Bears range, has drawn criticism from some parents who find them 'confronting' and inappropriate for children.
• The playthings, which include an autopsy report detailing their causes of death, have incited polarising reactions on social media, balancing between accusations of undue sensitivity and valid child protection concerns.
• Following the criticism, BIG W explained the toys were part of their early Halloween range and intended for an older audience, predicting a limited stock lifespan due to impending sales.
• Child psychologists warn against exposing young children to toys incorporating dark themes, arguing that it may overshadow the nurturing purposes of play and could prematurely introduce children to menacing ideas that outpace their cognitive and emotional development capabilities.

What about you, members? Do you think these toys are appropriate or inappropriate for children? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

OMG - I think these are so much fun - what is so wrong with them - kids watch death & mayhem all the time on TV & the web and this is stuff for "G", "PG" context. They also read about it or overhear it nearly every day. To me it's a great way for them to ask questions and if we as parents / teachers & guardians of their young minds answer their questions (to a level of their basic understanding) this would help lessen anxiety for them when someone close to them becomes sick or dies. My Children, Grandchildren & soon to be Great Grandchildren have all lost someone close to them and we have always been open about what is happening or has happened. Depending on their age group will depend how in depth we explain things.

 

[NotNats]

I think they're inappropriate.
The people making them are sicko's.

Then plain and simple - DONT BUY THEM.

 

[Veggiepatch]

Does anyone complain about one of the most "popular" and violent fiction books in mankind's history?

The Bible.

 

[Veggiepatch]

Don't get me started on the LGBT Alphabet Soup gang attempting to railroad numerous Melbourne primary school's play nights and pantomimes with presentations by damn dragqueens!

Next thing Snow White will be a lesbian and the Seven Dwarves will be butchy dykes having their evil way with her.

I suppose some porn studio will jump onto this idea....

 

[maxesmum]

I like them! And I also remember zombie dolls were the rage when I was a tween. No one squealed about those and I turned out ok and so did my peers and they were exactly the same. Certificates of death,everything. So they’re not new at all.

 

[Ricci]

Don't parents realise that they have a choice? There is no obligation to buy these items if you think they are inappropriate for your kids. Personally I know my son would have loved these as when he was young he wanted to be a doctor and do autopsies, he even did some forensic units at Uni. My daughter, not so much, she was totally disinterested in that sort of thing so I wouldn't have wasted my money.

 

[Janet g]

It’s simple, don’t buy them

My thoughts exactly

 

[Zemo]

Welcome to the nanny world we now live in what next are we going to ban people wake up and ask your grandparents what they had to play with and weather they played inside all the time or out doors hell let kids be kids and learn about things as they grow up, you don't see movies like dirty harry and a lot more like it ask you grandparents about it
so the kid has a teddy to play with no he's not going to grow up and be a some one who goes around slicing and dicing others it is how they are taught all my kids grow up in a normal way of life saw some movies, played out side like most kids then and no they did not grow up to be mass murders or anything like that and my grandkids are just as normal as what my self and my kids are grow up people a lot of you have missed out on a lot of life in general so very sad bet this gets a lot of dislikes but so be it face reality and grow up its only a toy

Well, the world can't be all bad -- you found the comma on your keyboard ...

 

[Ricki]

This toy would be ideal for the child considering a career in forensics.

Seriously, a "normal" child is exposed to a plethora of dubious media currently. Take a look at the movies aimed at children. Gratuitous violence abounds, even extending to Disney and Pixar, etc. The evening news is a neon light flashing images of war, shootings and stabbings.

And now people are complaining about what just may be an educational tool.

Exactly, I have a granddaughter who's presently working in a morgue and is looking at forensics in the future. She says she would have loved those when she was younger and she's not a sicko as some would insinuate . I wanted to make dead people look nice with make-up and clothes when I was young and I was told girls don't do that. Why do people think we're sicko's?

 

[Monks]

Well, the world can't be all bad -- you found the comma on your keyboard ...

as I said it would attract some attention nice of you Zemo to notice

 

[Tygie]

A surprising find in the aisles of BIG W sparked an intense debate among shoppers and parents over what's appropriate for kids.

The retailer's 'Deddy Bears' range has eight zombie-like characters wrapped in a black body bag, with an accompanying autopsy report detailing their bizarre cause of death.

For example, one of the characters apparently dies from a 'wooden stake through the heart'.

Many have taken to social media to express their concerns over the toys, with one shopper saying she 'felt disturbed' while browsing for toddler and preschool toys. 'Includes body bag and autopsy report. But don’t worry, they’re also super soft,' she noted.

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Deddy Bears Body Bag Collection Plush - Vambear and Bundle, $25. Credit: BIG W

Other outraged shoppers called the toys 'the stuff nightmares are made of' and argued they are in 'bad taste' and entirely 'unnecessary for children'.

On the other hand, some consumers believed that these toys, although unconventional, would be received positively by children.

A spokesperson for BIG W said the Deddy Bears are intended for an 'older audience' and will be available for a limited time only.

View attachment 28184

Deddy Bears Body Bag Collection Plush - Spekter, $25. Credit: BIG W

However, many people have come to the defence of the unique playthings, with one parent saying: 'This is what’s wrong with the world. Too many upset so easily and think everything is inappropriate.'

Another BIG W shopper added: 'This generation is in huge trouble with all these precious parents. World’s gone soft.'

While it might sound like an interesting novelty idea for some, several experts have warned of the dangers behind the toys.

Child psychologist Deidre Brandner explained that such toys have the potential to cross the line, resulting in young children encountering ideas and concepts that surpass their cognitive and emotional development.

View attachment 28186

Deddy Bears Body Bag Collection Plush - Bones, $25. Credit: BIG W

'It can be very confronting for children when toys they love become infused with a sinister element,' she said. 'Toys that take inspiration from horror films take away the notion that they’re designed solely for children.'

Justin Khoury, CEO of Unbound Minds Psychology, agreed that the increasing prevalence of anxiety among children is a cause for concern.

He said: 'Unexpectedly encountering the concepts of being burned alive or succumbing to flesh rot by reading a mock autopsy report in the toy section of a discount department store is not conducive to the healthy emotional development of a young child.'

Key Takeaways

• A new children's toy sold at BIG W resembling a corpse in a body bag, part of the ‘Deddy Bears range, has drawn criticism from some parents who find them 'confronting' and inappropriate for children.
• The playthings, which include an autopsy report detailing their causes of death, have incited polarising reactions on social media, balancing between accusations of undue sensitivity and valid child protection concerns.
• Following the criticism, BIG W explained the toys were part of their early Halloween range and intended for an older audience, predicting a limited stock lifespan due to impending sales.
• Child psychologists warn against exposing young children to toys incorporating dark themes, arguing that it may overshadow the nurturing purposes of play and could prematurely introduce children to menacing ideas that outpace their cognitive and emotional development capabilities.

What about you, members? Do you think these toys are appropriate or inappropriate for children? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

LOL - grow a sense of humour people - they are gross and kids love gross stuff - it's nothing they don't see on tv anyway. If you don't like it then don't buy it, simple.

 

[Macarj]

Yeah well that is really on the dark side isn’t it !!!

I'm sure many 10 year old boys would love them and maybe some girls as well

 

[Macarj]

This toy would be ideal for the child considering a career in forensics.

Seriously, a "normal" child is exposed to a plethora of dubious media currently. Take a look at the movies aimed at children. Gratuitous violence abounds, even extending to Disney and Pixar, etc. The evening news is a neon light flashing images of war, shootings and stabbings.

And now people are complaining about what just may be an educational tool.

I really loved the old violent cartoons like Bugs Bunny, Yosemite Sam, Roadrunner I could go on and on. I didn't turn out to be a wacko

 

[relljube]

This is benign compared to the outrageous propaganda being forced on our children in schools ..
They're all gonna die from climate change.
Boys can be girls and girls can be boys and both of them cam be cats or dogs or whatever, when ever they want.
We are all trespassers in the country we are born in.
If you are white, then you are an evil oppressor
it goes on and on and on..
And Justin Khoury, CEO of Minds Psychology says ..
the increasing prevalence of anxiety among children is a cause for concern.
'Unexpectedly encountering the concepts of being burned alive or succumbing to flesh rot by reading a mock autopsy report in the toy section of a discount department store is not conducive to the healthy emotional development of a young child.'
I think he should be looking at the REAL issues.

Well said - the rubbish we are teaching kids these days beggars belief - oh sorry we can't call them kids, that may be identity bias - what the hell do we call them? How about "poor little buggers who are being led up the garden path!"

 

[Beubonicjo2]

A surprising find in the aisles of BIG W sparked an intense debate among shoppers and parents over what's appropriate for kids.

The retailer's 'Deddy Bears' range has eight zombie-like characters wrapped in a black body bag, with an accompanying autopsy report detailing their bizarre cause of death.

For example, one of the characters apparently dies from a 'wooden stake through the heart'.

Many have taken to social media to express their concerns over the toys, with one shopper saying she 'felt disturbed' while browsing for toddler and preschool toys. 'Includes body bag and autopsy report. But don’t worry, they’re also super soft,' she noted.

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Deddy Bears Body Bag Collection Plush - Vambear and Bundle, $25. Credit: BIG W

Other outraged shoppers called the toys 'the stuff nightmares are made of' and argued they are in 'bad taste' and entirely 'unnecessary for children'.

On the other hand, some consumers believed that these toys, although unconventional, would be received positively by children.

A spokesperson for BIG W said the Deddy Bears are intended for an 'older audience' and will be available for a limited time only.

View attachment 28184

Deddy Bears Body Bag Collection Plush - Spekter, $25. Credit: BIG W

However, many people have come to the defence of the unique playthings, with one parent saying: 'This is what’s wrong with the world. Too many upset so easily and think everything is inappropriate.'

Another BIG W shopper added: 'This generation is in huge trouble with all these precious parents. World’s gone soft.'

While it might sound like an interesting novelty idea for some, several experts have warned of the dangers behind the toys.

Child psychologist Deidre Brandner explained that such toys have the potential to cross the line, resulting in young children encountering ideas and concepts that surpass their cognitive and emotional development.

View attachment 28186

Deddy Bears Body Bag Collection Plush - Bones, $25. Credit: BIG W

'It can be very confronting for children when toys they love become infused with a sinister element,' she said. 'Toys that take inspiration from horror films take away the notion that they’re designed solely for children.'

Justin Khoury, CEO of Unbound Minds Psychology, agreed that the increasing prevalence of anxiety among children is a cause for concern.

He said: 'Unexpectedly encountering the concepts of being burned alive or succumbing to flesh rot by reading a mock autopsy report in the toy section of a discount department store is not conducive to the healthy emotional development of a young child.'

Key Takeaways

• A new children's toy sold at BIG W resembling a corpse in a body bag, part of the ‘Deddy Bears range, has drawn criticism from some parents who find them 'confronting' and inappropriate for children.
• The playthings, which include an autopsy report detailing their causes of death, have incited polarising reactions on social media, balancing between accusations of undue sensitivity and valid child protection concerns.
• Following the criticism, BIG W explained the toys were part of their early Halloween range and intended for an older audience, predicting a limited stock lifespan due to impending sales.
• Child psychologists warn against exposing young children to toys incorporating dark themes, arguing that it may overshadow the nurturing purposes of play and could prematurely introduce children to menacing ideas that outpace their cognitive and emotional development capabilities.

What about you, members? Do you think these toys are appropriate or inappropriate for children? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

I agree with the psychologists on this. I am anything but a "precious parent", there is enough ugliness in our world and young children, under ten, do not need this additional 'dark side foisted on them. It's a shame we are so slavishly following the declining American societal behaviour.

 

[Littleboy8]

I think they're inappropriate.
The people making them are sicko's.

Then it means the people buying them are also sickos