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This new doll “enables more children to see themselves reflected in Barbie,” Mattel wrote

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 days ago

i will never truly feel represented until Barbie gets a colostomy bag.

[–] [email protected] 13 points 2 days ago (1 children)

This is WOKE! CANCEL BARBIE!

-Republicans with Children who have Diabetes!

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[–] [email protected] 88 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Barbie has actually had quite a number of diversity variants over the years, this isn't all that unusual for them:

https://shop.mattel.com/pages/barbie-diversity-evolution

[–] [email protected] 16 points 2 days ago (2 children)

Paleontologist Barbie is pretty cool.

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[–] [email protected] 20 points 2 days ago (5 children)

TL;DR (I only have a minute right now), does this change ANYTHING about the doll except a little note on the box she comes in?

[–] [email protected] 39 points 2 days ago

Her foot falls off if you don't take proper care of her.

[–] [email protected] 25 points 2 days ago

There are several permanent modifications made to the mold of the doll that separate it from non-diabetic dolls; and insulin pump and glucose monitor are depicted and they don't appear to be easily detachable.

[–] [email protected] 32 points 2 days ago

From the article:

The new Barbie wears continuous glucose monitor (CGM), a device that tracks blood sugar levels, on her arm — while holding a phone displaying an accompanying app. She also has an insulin pump attached to her waist. And the doll carries a blue purse that can be used to carry other essential supplies or snacks on the go.

The Barbie’s outfit is blue, too — with polka dots on a matching top and skirt set. Mattel says that this color and design are nods to symbols for diabetes awareness.

[–] [email protected] 65 points 2 days ago (3 children)

The doll is wearing an insulin pump

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[–] [email protected] 21 points 2 days ago

I thought it was going to be like a Tamagotchi where you had to give it a jab and make sure it has offspring, else the family line ends.

[–] [email protected] -2 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago)

Someone go resurrect Wilfurd Brimly! I don't have enough Worther's original candies to do the ritual!

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