In a bizarre turn of events, a 22-year-old woman from Scotland, identified as Kira Cousins, has been accused of orchestrating an elaborate deception involving a fake pregnancy. She reportedly went to great lengths, including wearing a prosthetic baby bump, sharing fabricated ultrasound photos and videos, and even holding a gender reveal party. Following this, she announced the birth of a daughter named Bonnie-Leigh Joyce, claiming the baby weighed over five pounds.
The deceit continued as Kira allegedly shared details of hospital appointments, telling friends and family that the baby had been diagnosed with a heart defect during pregnancy. This led loved ones to purchase essential baby items, such as a pram and car seat, accumulating to an estimated £1,000.
The elaborate charade unraveled when Kira’s mother discovered the lifelike reborn doll in her daughter’s room. Further revelations came from screenshots of messages where Kira allegedly informed the baby’s father that the child had passed away.
Kira has since admitted to the deception in a statement posted on TikTok, explaining that her mother found the doll. She acknowledged that her family and the baby’s father were unaware of the truth and expressed that they were not pleased with her actions. Friends have described Kira as a ‘serial liar,’ with some recalling inconsistencies in her behavior, such as the ‘baby’ never crying and Kira’s reluctance to let others hold her, often citing hospital visits as an excuse.
Reborn dolls, known for their hyper-realistic appearance, can range in price from £30 to £2,000, depending on their features and craftsmanship.