No, Barbie has never been officially portrayed as a mom in the main Barbie line of dolls.
While Barbie has held countless roles throughout her history, from astronaut to teacher, motherhood isn't one of them. The Barbie brand has focused on empowering girls to imagine themselves in various careers and roles, and depicting Barbie as a mother hasn't been a primary focus.
Here's a breakdown:
- Focus on Career and Independence: Barbie has traditionally been presented as an independent woman with diverse career paths.
- Skipper and Other Siblings: The Barbie line includes Barbie's younger sister, Skipper, and other siblings, representing family relationships differently. Barbie typically takes on a big sister/babysitter role with her siblings.
- Midge's Pregnancy (Controversial): While Barbie herself was never a mom, her friend Midge was sold as "Pregnant Midge" in 2002, which caused some controversy and was later discontinued. Midge's pregnancy was depicted through a removable belly with a baby inside. This wasn't directly related to Barbie being a mother, but it brought the topic of motherhood into the Barbie universe through a friend character.
In conclusion, while the Barbie franchise has explored aspects of family and childcare through Barbie's siblings and Midge's pregnancy, Barbie herself has never officially been a mom.
