Mattel has introduced its first Barbie with Type 1 diabetes, as part of wider efforts from the toy maker to increase inclusivity among its dolls. Mattel says it partnered with Type 1 diabetes advocates to ensure that the design of the doll “truly captures the community.

Fashion for some will always come first but by introducing the first Barbie doll with type 1 diabetes, Mattel are showing, once again, that the world of child's play can be a space for the true representation of different social groups.