One favorite Barbie theme has always been careers. This collection consists of one of the very first career Barbie dolls from the 60s: Registered Nurse. Each reproduction doll comes with accessories pertaining to her career.

1961 Registered Nurse Barbie first appeared in 1961, just two years after Barbie was introduced at the New York Toy Fair. The doll showcases Barbie dressed in a then-contemporary nursing outfit.

Since 1959, Barbie's purpose has been to inspire the limitless potential in every girl. We have always known that a small doll can make a big impact. Today we bring power to our purpose, not only as a global icon, but as an advocate for real social and environmental change.

She is from (fictional) Willows, Wisconsin, where she attended high school. Barbie's official birthday is March 9, 1959, the day she was unveiled to the toy industry during New York Toy Fair. Barbie first appeared in her iconic black-and-white striped swimsuit. Barbie was joined by Ken in 1961.

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Hari Nef The star studded cast includes many ambitious Barbie dolls such as physicist Barbie (Emma Mackey), weird Barbie (Kate McKinnon), President Barbie (Issa Rae), Mermaid Barbie (Dua Lipa) and, of course, Hari Nef as Doctor Barbie.

I later learned that in 1989 Barbie's proportions were altered including a breast reduction. Barbie has been evolving all along, but until now it's been incremental (#TheDollEvolves).

“Pregnant Barbie” is actually Margaret Hadley Sherwood, or Midge, as her friends call her. Midge was created to be a less glam, more relatable Barbie, per Buzzfeed News. The doll was launched in 1963 as Barbie's bestie. She had freckles and red hair, and she wore less makeup than Barbie did.

Since ancient times, dolls have played a central role in magic and religious rituals and have been used as representations of deities. Dolls have also traditionally been toys for children. Dolls are also collected by adults, for their nostalgic value, beauty, historical importance or financial value.

Psychologists and others have been studying what has been alternately called the Barbie Effect, or Barbie Syndrome, for more than 50 years, which postulates that the elevated status of the Barbie doll negatively influences how young girls see themselves and their potential.

When children create imaginary worlds and role play with dolls like Barbie, it prompts them to talk about thoughts about others' emotions and feelings. This can have positive long-lasting effects on children, building social and emotional processing social skills like empathy.

From nurturing creativity and imagination to fostering social skills and problem-solving abilities, Barbie play contributes to a child's holistic development. As children embark on imaginary adventures with Barbie, they build a strong foundation for growth, self-expression, and future success.

Fans had no way of knowing that Barbie had an even more adult side: She was closely related to a German novelty toy. Barbie had a sister - Bild-Lilli, a racy doll marketed to men.

Valeria Lukyanova Known as the human Barbie, Valeria Lukyanova shot to fame because of her slender body and striking doll-like features. She became an instant role model for girls all over the globe who had always wanted to look like a Barbie doll.

Mattel Inc. Doctor Barbie first took the Hippocratic oath in 1973, at a time when women were fighting back against a century of barriers to medical careers. She wore a cinched teal dress made of vaguely scrub-like material and a surgical mask.

Personality. Like all other Barbie's, she is extremely cheery and enjoys every single day in Barbieland. She is the Doctor of Barbieland and is the first point of call for when the Barbie's need any medical assistance, and is thus, a highly respected member of the community.