| If you are a parent then you know how fast | | | | You want to go to a store that has people skilled |
| children can outgrow their clothes and shoes. A | | | | in how to measure for children's shoes. You will |
| toddler can grow at an amazing rate, sometimes | | | | want the shoe to fit well without being either too |
| going up a whole foot size in as little as three | | | | snug or too loose. A shoe that is too loose can |
| months! Because children grow and change at | | | | flop at the heel or get caught at the toe and |
| such a fast rate it is important to get their feet | | | | cause the child to fall. |
| measured on a regular basis. | | | | Remember, children are very active! A good rule |
| You don't want their shoes to become too small | | | | of thumb is to have about a half an inch of room |
| and tight as this could cause problems for them in | | | | at the toe. This way the shoe will at least last for |
| walking. Check their feet from time to time to | | | | a little while before you need to go again. Of |
| make sure they aren't getting blisters or red | | | | course what type and style of shoe is best for |
| spots from wearing a tight shoe. | | | | your child is entirely up to you. |
| For the very young it is actually very beneficial to | | | | When deciding to go with Velcro or lace-up, keep |
| the development of their feet to let them go | | | | in mind the dexterity of the child who will be |
| barefoot. It helps them utilize the muscles in their | | | | wearing the shoe. Some shoes and boots are only |
| foot for better development in walking and | | | | carried as seasonal items such as the Wellington, |
| running. When you are ready to purchase shoes | | | | so in that case you may want to purchase a bit |
| for your child, take your time and shop around. | | | | bigger for the coming season. |