Barbie just released the first-ever Black Barbie with Down syndrome. The first Barbie with Down syndrome was created last year, but for the new addition, Mattel got input from a focus group of ...

A blind Barbie doll and Black Barbie doll with Down syndrome have just hit the shelves as part of Mattel's efforts to make the iconic doll more reflective of the world's diversity.

Black Barbie with Down syndrome: Release date, price The Black Barbie with Down syndrome is also available beginning Tuesday online at the Mattel shop and in major retailers for $10.99.

The newest doll will come with a braided hair texture, pink eyeglasses and clothes with meaningful symbols to represent Down syndrome awareness. Black Barbie with Down syndrome will retail for $10.99.