Emilie St-Hilaire

Emilie St-Hilaire is a researcher and doctoral candidate in Humanities at Concordia University, known for her work on the symbolic and therapeutic effects of synthetic relationships, particularly in the context of 'reborn dolls.' Her research, published in the American Journal of Play, highlights how online communities surrounding these dolls serve as vital emotional support networks for many women, revealing deeper societal implications related to motherhood and emotional well-being.