Mattel just released the first Barbie Doll with Down Syndrome!
For a limited time, hurry on over to Amazon or Target.com and snag the Barbie Fashionista Doll #208 with Down Syndrome for just $6.39 (regularly $10.99).
Barbie Fashionista Doll #208 with Down Syndrome
Just $6.39 on Amazon or Target.com
Barbie created this important doll in collaboration with The National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS). In fact, model Ellie Goldstein posed with the doll this summer on Good Morning America and said, “It looks like me, and it’s beautiful, and I love it to pieces.” 🥰
This doll has several meaningful symbols incorporated into her outfit including her pink pendant arrow necklace (the three arrows symbolize the third 21st chromosome that individuals with Down Syndrome have). The arrows purposefully point outwards to represent rising up and moving forward.
The butterflies on her dress are a symbol of Down Syndrome and the colors blue and yellow represent Down Syndrome Awareness. The doll has a shorter stature and almond-shaped eyes both of which are common in those with Down Syndrome. She’s also rocking pink ankle foot orthoses to provide stability.
The doll is a fantastic addition to the Fashionistas Barbie line which is a diverse collection of dolls that represent various valuable members of our communities. This fun and meaningful toy is a wonderful way to celebrate those with Down Syndrome and it’s already a hit with Barbie fans!
Check out some of the feedback Mattel has received:
“Thank you barbie for creating a Down syndrome doll. I’m a mother to a 6-year-old boy with Down Syndrome but I’m buying this doll for my 1-year-old daughter (keeping it in the box until she’s of age) so she can play with it. I cannot wait to tell my family and friends about this doll. Hope it’s your best-selling doll yet!”
“Happy tears. I didn’t think I would be crying about a Barbie when I woke up this morning, but here we are. My daughter with [Down Syndrome} isn’t quite old enough to play with a Barbie, but I ordered two for her (we all know the first one gets destroyed) and one for her cousin. I am so happy she will know what it’s like to have a doll that looks like her! Inclusion and representation mean the world to us.”
