If The Shoe Fits: 5 Tips to Finding The Right Shoes For Growing Kids

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One of the most challenging things with children is finding the right clothes to fit them. From the moment they’re born, kids are constantly growing, and it’s our jobs as parents to ensure that they have room to grow, which means ensuring that they have the right fitting clothes to keep up with their growth. 

 

While you can easily replace clothes, shoes, boots, and other types of footwear may be a little different. So, how do you keep up with their growing feet? Do you buy shoes with room to spare and hope they will grow into it, or do you buy them to fit? 

 

Whether you’re looking for the news Adidas trainers or a pair of Blundstone Boots, here are five tips for finding the right shoes for growing children.  

 

Keep Track of Their Growth

We know how important it is to have the right size shoe for both adults and children. However, it can be difficult to remember what size shoe your child’s was last year because children are constantly growing.

 

The shoes you bought for your child several months ago might not fit them now. To prevent unnecessary running around town looking for the perfect pair, you should keep track of their shoe size. You can do it by measuring their feet every six months.

 

Check Fit of Shoes While Shopping

Many children grow very fast. It is good to have a shoe that is easy to take off and put on. You want to be sure that the shoe will not cause any harm to your children’s feet. The best way to check this is by walking with your child for a few minutes and seeing if the shoes are comfortable for them.

 

If they have a narrow foot, you might want to buy shoes with a firm heel counter because it will help give their foot more support. 

 

Don’t Buy Shoes That Are Too Big 

Parents are often faced with the dilemma of buying new shoes for their growing child or buying ones that are a size or two bigger, so they don’t have to worry about it for a while.

 

However, this is not the best option. There are many potential dangers to buying larger-size shoes for growing children, including heel slippage, foot pain, and even permanent foot damage due to too much room in the shoe.

 

Buy More Than One Pair

It is important to keep in mind that children’s feet grow in stages and for this reason, it is a good idea to buy more than one pair of shoes while shopping. The foot will grow out of the current shoe and need a larger shoe soon. So, buying in bulk will save parents time and money in the long run.

 

Think About Function Over Style 

There’s a lot of variety and many options to choose from when it comes to picking children’s shoe styles. The right shoes for your child will depend on their specific needs and the type of environment they will be spending time in. 

 

While some parents may opt for fashion over function, that’s not always the best decision for growing children who need a shoe that will allow them to move freely and comfortably in all situations.