Say Hello to the First Barbie with Type 1 Diabetes!

Say Hello to the First Barbie with Type 1 Diabetes – Stylish, Smart, and Totally Empowering!

Barbie just added a new doll to her Fashionistas lineup—and this one is making history. For the first time ever, kids can meet a Barbie who lives with type 1 diabetes. And let’s just say… she’s not only stylish, she’s seriously inspiring.

Created in collaboration with Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF), this new Barbie celebrates the type 1 diabetes community while staying true to what Barbie does best—fashion, fun, and fearless representation.

So, what makes this doll so special (besides her contagious confidence and impeccable wardrobe)?

💙 She’s Fashion-Forward and T1D-Aware

This Barbie is dressed in a trendy polka dot top and matching skirt—design choices that aren’t just cute, but meaningful. The blue color and circular patterns are symbols widely recognized in diabetes awareness circles. It's fashion with a purpose.

💉 She Wears a CGM and Insulin Pump with Pride

Just like many kids and adults living with T1D, Barbie uses a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) and an insulin pump to manage her blood sugar. And check out the adorable detail: heart-shaped Barbie-pink medical tape to keep her CGM in place. It’s a small but powerful way to show that medical devices are nothing to hide—they’re tools that help her stay strong and healthy.

📱 She's Got Tech on Her Side

Her smartphone? It’s synced to her CGM, of course. Barbie can track her glucose levels on the go, making her ready for anything—from a spontaneous adventure with friends to a night out in her chunky heels. Because let’s be real: nothing can hold this girl back.

🎒 She Comes Prepared

In true Barbie fashion, her pastel blue purse is both stylish and practical—perfect for stashing essentials when she’s out and about.

This newest Fashionista isn’t just a toy—it’s a conversation starter, a confidence booster, and a way for kids with T1D to see themselves reflected in the world of play.

Whether your child lives with diabetes, knows someone who does, or simply loves dolls that represent real-life experiences, this Barbie is a beautiful way to show that managing your health and being fabulous are not mutually exclusive.

Let’s hear it for representation, storytelling, and yes—even heart-shaped medical tape. 💖

Available now as part of the Barbie Fashionistas collection (each sold separately, of course—Barbie’s got a lot of stylish friends). Because every kid deserves to see themselves in the world of play.

The T1D Barbie Doll is sold out at the moment but you can sign up on the Walmart website to be notified when she's back in stock HERE. You can also purchase it HERE on Amazon when it's back in stock.