What should you look for when buying first step shoes?
Your mini-me's first shoes are super important! Why? Because the feet need the very best support! Especially in the beginning phase but of course also afterwards. So make sure you pay extra attention to this so that your child does not suffer from foot problems later on. But what exactly should you pay attention to when buying the first step shoes? A frequently asked question and that is why we would like to tell you more about it in our blog.
Why are first step shoes important?
A baby's very first shoes are very important, but why exactly? In the first year of life, a baby's feet consist mainly of cartilage, which makes the feet more flexible than, for example, our own feet. This sounds very logical, because a baby's feet are always so nice and soft.
This cartilage slowly changes into bone and that is exactly why it is important that the first-step shoes are good. A baby's feet grow and develop quickly, which means that the chance of deformation is greater at that time. With good first-step shoes you can prevent children from suffering from foot problems later in life.
First step shoes
The 'first steps' shoes are specially designed for children who pull themselves up, stand up and take a step here and there. They also provide the right protection and support for your child's feet. The shoes also have a flexible and lightweight sole and the footbed is removable.
How do you determine your child's shoe size?
Of course, it is also very important that you buy the right shoe size for your child. Are you not sure what size your child needs? On the site you can download a printable measuring system with which you can easily determine the right size in advance.
This way you can be sure that you choose the right size and you avoid bad purchases. Ideal, right? There is also a printed measuring system included in the shoe box, so you can also compare the foot with the size on the spot to be sure that the shoe fits well.
Tips for buying your first pair of shoes
Looking for the first and best shoes for your child and could you use some tips? Then pay particular attention to the following points:
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Make sure you start purchasing shoes in time.
As soon as your baby starts to pull themselves up even a little or walk on their hands, it is important that they wear first-step shoes for the best support. -
Wear socks when measuring the feet.
Very important! In the shoes they also wear socks so don't forget this when measuring the feet. This prevents you from choosing the wrong size! -
Apply the thumb trick.
The thumb trick, what exactly is that? This allows you to check whether the shoes really fit well. You place your thumb between the back of the shoe and the heel. Does this work? Then the shoes fit well! - On the site we have a printable measuring system with which you can easily check the right size in advance. This way you know for sure that you choose the right size and you avoid bad purchases. Ideal, right?
- There is also a printed measuring system included in the shoe box of the first step shoe, so you can compare the foot with the size on the spot to be sure that the shoe fits properly.
- Has your child been wearing the shoes for a while? You can easily remove the footbed from the shoe to place it against the foot. This way you can check in between whether the size is still right or whether it is time for a new pair of shoes!
