Mattel Finally Announces Bald Barbie–Could A Body-Positive Barbie Be Far Behind?

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Barbie, who turned 53 this month, has often been*criticized*for being a poor role model for girls. In her pink and sparkly world, "math is hard," and all that matters is looking cute. In recent years, though, Barbie's maker, Mattel, has been trying to turn it around by offering more career choices and empowering scenarios for the iconic doll--except they've never gone as far as to change her anatomy to something more realistic. But this week the toy giant confirmed a long-time rumor*that they'll finally answer consumer's pleas: they're working up a*bald Barbie doll, who they'll distribute to children's hospitals. Could a realistic, body-positive Barbie be next? More »Post from: Blisstree
 
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