Baby feet and baby shoes facts

Baby Feet Facts

• Most people would agree that bare feet is best for the babies, up until they start standing and walking.
• Baby feet grow quickly during the first years, possibly going through 3 or 4 sizes. During the second year the baby feet may go through 2 or 3 sizes.
• Baby feet put forth a lot of energy, when standing and balancing. This causes baby feet to get very hot and their feet can sweat up to twice the amount of adult feet.
• Babies may appear to be flat footed and this is normal. A layer of fat fills out the arches. This layer will usually disappear by the end of the toddler years.

Baby Shoes Facts

Baby experts agree, that baby shoes should have
• Uppers that are made with a breathable material.
• Soles that are flat, flexible and non-slip.
• Roomy toe boxes to allow the toes to jiggle freely.
Things to consider when buying baby shoes -
• Select the size with an extra ½" between the big toe and the end of the shoe.
• Consider both the width and girth (thickness) of the feet, when determining the width of shoes
• Closure preferences vary. Velcro fasteners are the easiest for parents, with no undone laces to trip over. If laces are preferred, they should be double knotted or secured with lace locks.
• There is no consensus on the value of the traditional leather high tops. Some experts believe this type of baby shoe, may actually restrict the baby's ankle movements.