Down Syndrome Barbie Doll

Down Syndrome Barbie Doll. Meaningful symbols are incorporated throughout her outfit, like butterflies -- which are a symbol of Down syndrome -- and the blue and yellow color palette, which represents Down syndrome. The doll, which the company says is the first Barbie with Down syndrome, wears pink ankle foot orthoses to support her feet and ankles, and dons several other accessories that promote Down.

On April 25, 2023, Barbie® introduced its first doll with Down syndrome, a step to further increasing disability representation in the toy aisle The doll is part of the Fashionista line and is available, alongside other dolls from the line, in stores.

The doll is part of the Fashionista line and is available, alongside other dolls from the line, in stores. Barbie has introduced its first doll representing a person with Down syndrome Choose from Same Day Delivery, Drive Up or Order Pickup

. The Barbie doll with Down syndrome allows more children to see themselves in Barbie as well as the world around them, which can help foster a sense of inclusivity According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 6,000 babies are born in the U.S

. Mattel worked with the National Down Syndrome Society to create the Barbie, which is part of the toy company's 2023 Fashionistas line aimed at increasing diversity and inclusion The doll is part of the Fashionista line and is available, alongside other dolls from the line, in stores.