Leading diabetes organization Breakthrough T1D partnered with Mattel on Barbie to ensure the devices were medically accurate, saying, "A life with type 1 diabetes can be full, vibrant, and empowering”

Krista Berger, Senior Vice President of Barbie and Global Head of Dolls at Mattel, emphasised the doll’s potential impact. "Barbie helps shape children's early perceptions of the world," Berger said. "By including a doll with type 1 diabetes, we’re ensuring that more children see themselves represented in the toys they play with."