Child shoes
Children outgrow their shoes very quickly and it is important that the have correctly fitting shoes which give them support where they require it.Growth rates
Those under the age of 16-18 months grow more than half a foot size every two months. Toddlers from the ages of 16 to 24 months grow an average of half a foot size every three months. When they are 24 to 36 months old they grow approximately half a foot size every four months. Over the age of 3 years of age, they increase half a foot size every four to six months.Measure for Childrens Shoes
One of the most important points to remember is to have your children's feet measured when buying shoes, since what might seem comfortable to them for a minute or two in the store is very different from what will be comfortable after a day of playing. Feet should be measured while standing, and always have both feet measured. Since one foot is usually larger than the other, buy shoes to accommodate the larger of the two feet. Try to go to a shop where the staff are competent at measuring for childrens shoes.Buy the correct size
It is tempting to buy shoes that are too big, considering that children grow out of them so quickly, but you should never buy shoes that are more than one size too large for your child. Shoes that are too big can cause a child to trip and develop foot problems while trying to walk in shoes that are too large.Shoe type
Look for shoes made from breathable materials, such such as canvas or leather. In addition to being more durable, they will help to keep the child's foot cooler and dryer, helping to prevent blisters, discomfort, and smelly shoes. Avoid backless or slip-on shoes.Look for a textured sole, as this will provide grip and help prevent your child from easily slipping on slick surfaces. Soles should be sturdy and thick enough to protect the feet from pain and injury, but the sole also needs to be flexible too so that it will bend with the foot.
Checking your Childs shoes
3 Tips for checking you childs shoe size, to see if they need a new pair.- There should be a thumb width between the end of the shoe and the end of the longest toe
- You should be able to pinch the upper of the shoe between the thumb and forefinger (this may depend on the nature of the material)
- Does the shoe fit snugly around the heel and instep? How stable is the shoe when trying to 'pull off' the shoe?
Problems caused by badly fitting shoes
Poorly fitting children's shoes can cause a number of problems in adults such as hammer toes, ingrown toenails, foot corns, calluses and bunions. Given the high level of pain and discomfort that these problems can cause, it is obviously logical to attempt to prevent these problems by ensuring that the child's shoe is fitted appropriately. Foot problems in children are usually preventable.
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