In 2019, Mattel released a Barbie in a wheelchair and a Barbie with a prosthetic limb. Other dolls in the Fashionistas line include a Barbie with Down syndrome, a Barbie with hearing aids, a bald Barbie, a Barbie with a skin condition and Barbies with different hair types and body shapes.

Barbie is expanding its representation with the launch of a doll that has type 1 diabetes, outfitting the toy with medical devices such as a wearable insulin pump that are regular sights for people with the condition.

Mattel announced the release of the first-ever Barbie doll with type 1 diabetes, complete with a continuous glucose monitor and an insulin pump in Barbie’s signature pink. “Introducing a Barbie doll with type 1 diabetes marks an important step in our commitment to inclusivity and representation,