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Mattel's New Autistic Barbie Doll: Inclusive Play
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Mattel introduces its first autistic Barbie doll, featuring thoughtful details like off-center eyes for avoiding eye contact, bendable limbs for stimming, and communication aids. This addition to the Fashionistas line, following a doll with type one diabetes, aims to reflect real-world diversity and help more kids see themselves in Barbie. Mattel has expanded its inclusive range to include dolls with disabilities such as blindness, wheelchair use, Down syndrome, prosthetics, vitiligo, and hearing aids. The company collaborated with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network to ensure authenticity. Neurodivergent author Ellie Middleton hopes this doll will challenge stereotypes and encourage girls to embrace their differences. Checkout Solipillow.com
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