Representation matters!! New Barbie with Down syndrome hits the shelves so more people can see themselves in the toys they use barbie EllieGoldstein Downsyndrome
In a big win for representation, Mattel is releasing a new Barbie doll with Down syndrome that is designed to give children with a variety of disabilities a toy that better represents them. ADVERTISEMENT
The doll is designed with features that portray some of the physical characteristics of a person with Down syndrome. These include a longer torso, shorter frame, rounder face, smaller ears, flatter nasal bridge, and slightly slanted almond-shaped eyes. Barbie’s palms even feature a single line, which is a trait often seen in people with Down syndrome.
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