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Inclusive Barbie Dolls Will Have Wheelchairs and Prosthetic Limbs

Brendan O'Loughlin
Brendan O'Loughlin

04:17 13 Feb 2019


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The makers of Barbie have unveiled a new line of inclusive dolls.

Mattel is introducing a doll in a wheelchair, and another with a prosthetic limb.

The new Barbies will be released in June to celebrate 60 years of the iconic toy.

Inclusive Barbie Dolls

Other new dolls will have a smaller bust, less defined waist and sculpted arms.

Mattel will also sell a wheelchair ramp.

The company explained it wants to include the dolls to "elevate the conversation around physical disabilities".

Mattel worked with UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital on getting the look of the toy wheelchair accurate.

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