My Hero: Updates and Press

Where We Share our Story, Mission, & Vision

UMBO My Hero Dolls Featured in Military Families Magazine

We’re incredibly honored to share that UMBO My Hero Dolls is featured in the March/April 2025 issue of Military Families Magazine. It was such a joy speaking with Abby Ammons...

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‘My Hero’ dolls designed by Rancho Bernardo couple connect military parents and children

When Matt Miller deployed with the Navy in January 2020, he and his wife, Jaclyn, wanted a way for him to bond with their newborn son. Their solution — using...

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Announcing Our First-Ever MY HERO Doll Giveaway!

We are thrilled to announce the inaugural MY HERO Doll Giveaway, taking place on April 5, 2025, in San Diego, California, in honor of Month of the Military Child. This special...

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Bringing Comfort and Connection: Mike's Doll Project

At My Hero, we’ve always believed that our dolls are more than toys. My Hero Dolls are a way to keep loved ones connected, even in the hardest times. Recently,...

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My Hero Partners with Red Tag Digital Media

Friends and Family Jaclyn Miller and I have some incredible news to share this Christmas. My Hero and UMBO Innovations LLC has officially teamed up with Russ Renbarger, CEO and Owner...

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My Hero Dolls Join Walmart: MY HERO’s Journey to Wally World

In the meantime, we began seeing interest from Walmart through our RangeMe account. The platform allows vendors to track who’s viewing their products, and we noticed Walmart checking us out...

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My Hero Dolls Have Landed on Coronado Island – Proudly Partnering with Bay Books Coronado

We’re excited to announce our partnership with Bay Books Coronado, a treasured independent bookstore in the heart of Coronado at 1007 Orange Avenue. For over 30 years, Bay Books has...

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Connecting Through Kindness: Our Hero Dolls at San Diego Fleet Week

San Diego Fleet Week has always held a special place in our hearts. As a military family, Jaclyn and I were eager to share our My Hero Dolls with the...

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