Yes, it’s definitely recommended. The doll came home two weeks early. My wife was the one who convinced me to buy it. Her idea was to bring some adventure to the bedroom. I think she was more excited than I was when I opened the box. I have to say, wow, this is a great addition to our playtime. It’s a little heavy, but it will get easier to adapt and enjoy as time goes on. I’ll be buying it again in the future. I just need to get used to this thing.