First Pair of Baby Shoes

When should you buy the first pair of baby shoes?make sure they provide you with a size chart that
As your baby is beginning to take his/her first steps,not only includes your baby's age, but the
it is time to buy their first pair of baby walking shoes.measurement of your baby's feet in inches.
Some families will have their baby walk barefoot,Should you purchase Velcro or laces? It is a matter
which is ok as long as you are in a safe place whereof preference as there are pluses and minuses to
they cannot hurt their sweet little feet. But they willboth. Velcro is fast and easy to put on and take off,
need shoes for the times you take them out of thewhereas laces need to be tied and harder to keep
house.tied. As a plus laced up shoes make it harder for
When buying shoes and/or sneakers, make sure theyyour baby to take off, and will stay on longer than
are soft and flexible for comfort. In addition theVelcro shoes.
bottom of the shoe should not be smooth. It shouldMake sure you check your baby's shoes at least
have some sort of non-slip surface for traction.once a month for the size. Babies grow at different
There is no need for high top baby shoes for anklerates. You want your baby to walk comfortably in a
support. However, if you like high top shoes makeshoe that is not too big or too small. If you see that
sure they are not too tight on the ankles. The mostthe shoe is worn, torn or has any damage it is time
important thing is for the baby's shoe to beto replace it. Damaged shoes can lead to bruised or
comfortable and of a material that allows the feet toblistered feet, even tripping. Babies have a hard
stay cool.enough time learning to walk. Be sure to keep them
To select the correct size shoe for your baby askin shoes that fit, and are in good condition.
for assistance at the shoe store. If purchasing onlineGood luck and keep the little feet healthy!