The Type 1 diabetes community just got its own icon ā and sheās wearing a pink insulin pump and CGM with a pink heart-shaped overlay patch. Weāre in love! š
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If youāve somehow missed it, Mattel has officially launched a Type 1 Diabetes Barbie doll ā a powerful step forward for visibility, inclusion, and education. For children living with Type 1, this doll is more than a toy ā itās a mirror, a companion, and a symbol that says: youāre not alone.
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š©· Breaking Stigma One Doll at a Time
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Type 1 diabetes is still so misunderstood. People joke about ātoo much sugarā or confuse it with Type 2. But those of us in the community know the truth: Type 1 is an autoimmune disease ā not a lifestyle condition. Itās not caused by sweets! (Grrrā¦)
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This doll gives us a chance to start real conversations ā with classmates, friends, and family ā about CGMs, insulin pumps, and what it really means to live with Type 1. Representation like this turns stigma into understanding. And thatās a conversation worth having.
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Itās 2025 ā you'd think more people would understand this by now. But frustratingly, jokes about diabetes still happen, and few grasp the emotional weight that comes with the condition. Youād never see other disabilities used as punchlines ā but with diabetes, it still happens. Weāve got work to do.
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Thatās why this moment matters so much. The Type 1 community ā of all ages ā hasĀ embraced this doll. This is a BIG deal to us.
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š©· Supermodels Are Embracing It Too
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Lila Moss ā daughter of Kate Moss and a fashion icon in her own right ā has used her platform to raise Type 1 awareness after being diagnosed in childhood. She proudly wears her insulin pump and CGM on the runway and has started important conversations around the world.
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And now? Lila Moss has her very own Type 1 diabetes doll too ā dressed in an elegant black gown with trendy boots and visible CGM. Stylish and strong.
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š Dress Up Like the Type 1 Barbie with Our New Patch Collection
To celebrate, weāre launching something adorably empowering - our brand-new line of heart shaped overlay patches inspired by the dollās CGM heart patch.Ā
- š©· Cute Heart Patch ā An adorable mini-heart print every fan will love
- š©· Malibu Heart Patch ā That bubblegum-pink style just like the doll wears
- š©· Sweet Heart Patch ā A retro sweet print on a classic heart shape = sweetheart
- š©·Aqua Heart Patch - A playful twist on the classic polka dot
- š©·Neon Heart - Bold, bright , and ready to steal the spotlight this season
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Each patch is both functional and fashionable ā the perfect way to dress up your CGM or insulin pump. Now you can match your doll for full cuteness overload.
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Own your diagnosis with style ā and have fun doing it. šāļø
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š WIN a Type 1 Barbie! š
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Theyāre flying off shelves and selling out everywhere ā but weāve gotĀ one to give away! Every purchase of a heart patch from SmileSensors gives you automatic entry into our Type 1 Barbie Doll Giveaway.
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Buy any Malibu Heart, Cute Heart, or Sweet Heart, Aqua Heart and Neon Heart patch
šøFlaunt your flair! Snap a pic of your heart-shaped CGM or insulin pump patch andĀ tag #LoveSmileSensors
šļø Your name goes into the (very pink) hat
š Winner announced at the end of August!
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This is your chance to own a piece of Type 1 history ā and rock your look while doing it.
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š Letās Grow the Type 1 Community ā Together
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The more we talk, share,Ā andĀ celebrate life with Type 1, the stronger our community becomes. Help us spread awareness by joining the conversation, sharing the giveaway, and wearing your patches with pride. Weāre here to smash stigma, educate with love, and remind every person with Type 1 - child or adult - that they are nothing short of amazing.Ā
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Stay sweet, stay strong,
The SmileSensors Team š
