Clues in picking your new shoe?

Am I picking the right shoe for my little one?

There are a lot of shoes available in the market. It comes in different styles,colors,leather or rubber types, so how do you know which one is good for your little one...

Other than style, buy for comfort and function". Shoes should not only look good, but also help your child feel good and move around well.

Select materials that breathe. closed shoes with upper made of synthetics or plastics can irritate young delicate skin especially in warm weather. "Leather and canvas are good for the feet,". They are flexible,soft,yet durable materials that let air in but keep moisture out, keeping feet cool and dry.

Rubber is the best material for the soles. It is flexible, durable, and has a good gripping surface." Skid-free rubber soles are recommended to avoid accidents in slippery areas," Another good for soles is polyurethane.

Ensure an appropriate fit. "Shoes or sandals that are too long can cause tripping and those that are too short leave little toes vulnerable to dirt and grime,",Moreover , feet without socks are even more vulnerable to blisters from ill-fitting shoes.

Select shoes or sandals that come in a choice of widths for different types of feet," You can also get shoes with adjustable front fastening so as not to constrict the feet.

Pick shoes with good last design and which follow the shape of your child's feet so he/she will feel comfortable in them.

"Get shoes and sandals with arch support," to distribute weight over a wider area.

Arch supports also help the flat-footed.