Baby Shoes - 6 Criteria To Buy The Best For Your Baby
Brooke Hayles
Dressing your baby in a stylish outfit isn't complete without baby
shoes. However, you need to be aware of some health facts before you
rush out and buy those cute shoes in the boutique baby store.
To begin with, baby shoes are only necessary once your baby starts to
walk. In fact, 6 weeks after they start to walk is the best time to
start putting on the first shoes. This is because the bones in a baby's
feet are soft and easily misshapen.
To emphasis this point, remember the old Eastern tradition of binding
the baby's feet so that they never grew bigger, even as an adult? This
shows how easily the bones can be crushed until the feet have grown.
Shoes that are too small can cause skin irritations and even ingrown
toenails. To measure that the baby shoe fits correctly, place the width
of your thumb between the largest toe and the edge of the shoe. This is
the same as half an inch longer than the longest toe. If it fits, the
shoe is OK to buy.
Buying too large a size of baby shoe isn't good either. Your baby is
already learning how to walk, imagine trying in a shoe that's too big!
Check by watching to see if the heel slips off when your baby is
standing on tip-toe. If it does, go down a size.
What about the material of the shoe? Some brands make cute imitation
adult shoes but they can be damaging for your baby's feet. The baby
shoe needs to be flexible - does it fold into the palm of your hand?
A good test of flexibility. The shoe needs to be made of porous
material like leather, suede, cloth or canvas to prevent uncomfortable
sweating. The sole should be made of non-slippery material such as
leather, suede or for real grip, try the grooved rubber soles. These
really prevent the wobbles turning into an accident.
What about the shape of the shoe? Remember, you are trying to ensure
that your baby shoes allow your baby the freedom to learn how to walk.
Shape is important. Try to buy shoes that are oval or square to match
the natural shape of the foot. Baby shoes that are high-tops will stay
on longer than low-cut styles but ensure that the ankle can move
freely.
And what about closures? Try to buy Velcro or elastic closures for easy
'putting-on'. Laces can cause accidents if your baby trips over them.
Once you have these criteria matched, you can choose any designs from
novelty animal baby shoes to the traditional look. And don't just
choose from baby shops or department stores. Have a look online to find
unique brands and styles.
Summary:
Dressing your baby in a stylish outfit isn't complete without baby
shoes. However, you need to be aware of some health facts before you
rush out and buy those cute shoes in the boutique baby store.
Brooke Hayles
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