During a child's toddler years - between age 1 and 3 - they'll learn how to explore their surroundings on foot.

When to Buy Toddler Shoes

As soon as your child is able to walk freely both indoors and out, it's time to buy toddler shoes. Choose shoes that have a firm heel counter to improve stability while walking, protecting the ankles. Flexibility is also important to allow for different movements like pivots and turns. Non toxic breathable materials will keep your child's feet healthy ...

The bones in your infant's feet are soft. They won't harden fully until your child is approximately 5 years old. The first 5 years of life are therefore a critical time for foot development.

Bare feet stage

Before your infant takes their first steps, bare feet, socks and soft booties are appropriate. If you like the aesthetics of shoes, or want your infant to wear them to help keep their socks on, choose comfortable breathable footwear that will keep their feet warm and dry.

During the br...

Most children learn how to walk between the ages of 9 and 15 months. During this critical and exciting time, appropriate footwear is important. The best shoes for first walkers offer a combination of support, flexibility, comfort, breathability and antibacterial properties. They should also be sized correctly for your child's feet.

Support

High quality infant hard bottom walking shoes are a must for proper support.

The muscles and ligaments in a child's feet and legs develop rapidly, but...