How to choose baby shoes? The harm of children's shoes being too big

Many parents think that when children are in the growth and development stage, they should buy clothes and shoes one size larger so that the baby can wear them for a long time. In fact, this idea is wrong. Inappropriate clothes and shoes are not only uncomfortable for babies to wear, but also harmful to their physical development.

1. The soles should be flexible and elastic. The soles should be light, flexible and elastic. For babies who can walk with support, the soles can be slightly hard. It is best if the front 1/3 of the shoe is flexible, and the back 2/3 is slightly hard and not easy to bend. This can effectively support the baby's feet and exercise balance.

2 The toe should not be too soft. The upper (especially the head) should not be too soft, otherwise it will be difficult to resist the impact of hard objects on the toes. Babies have the habit of kicking things when they walk. Too soft uppers are neither strong nor safe. However, the upper at the instep should be softer to facilitate the bending of the foot.

3 The back should wrap the ankle. The back should support and wrap the ankle to reduce the movement of the foot in the shoe. 70% of infants and young children's feet are cartilage, which makes their feet extremely unstable, sensitive and fragile. They have poor ability to maintain balance and stability. If the back of the shoe is too soft, it will swing from side to side, especially when walking fast, which can easily cause damage to the ankle joint and ligaments, and may also develop an incorrect walking posture.

4 When trying on shoes for the right size, let the baby put on the shoes and stand on the ground with the whole foot on the ground. Let the baby's toes touch the front of the shoes, and the back can fit an adult's finger. Make the baby's feet loose in the shoes for easy movement. If the shoes are too big, it will be inconvenient to move around, and the shoes will easily fall off, which is not conducive to movement training. Shoes that are too small are not conducive to the development of the baby's feet. It may even cause deformed development of the feet and affect the baby's movement training.

1. Develop bad walking habits. Wearing big shoes can easily make children develop bad walking habits. Shoes that are too big will not fit the feet, so when children walk, they either do not lift their feet to pull the shoes, or they lean forward, stick out their buttocks, and walk with the shoes hanging on their heels, which looks very ugly and will become a habit over time.

2 Accidents are prone to occur. Large shoes do not fit well and can easily cause accidents. Children are usually restless and like to run around. Not only are their shoes easy to slip off, they may also trip them.

3. Low practicality. It is very unlikely that large shoes will be worn again the next year. Generally, children wear a pair of shoes for about 3 months and need to change shoes when the season changes. If you buy large shoes and they are too big for you this year, they may be too small for you next year. Children are very active and wear out their shoes. A pair of shoes will be worn out after one season.

4. Affecting foot development. Ill-fitting shoes will affect foot development. Children are in the growth period, and the development of their feet is closely related to shoes. Ill-fitting shoes may cause foot diseases and permanent deformities. Moreover, feet are not only used for walking and exercise, but also affect the development of the brain, spine, circulatory system, digestive system, etc.

It is best to choose shoes that are one finger larger than the size of the shoes for your baby. When choosing shoes, you should pay special attention to the following: first, let the baby stand with his feet fully extended, with his toes against the shoe head, and the remaining space behind the heel just enough for an adult's finger. Remember to remind the baby to relax his feet when trying on shoes, and it is best to stand, so that it can be more accurate.

Generally speaking, babies under 2 years old will increase their shoes by half a size every six months. It is best for mothers to check whether their baby's shoes fit well every three months. Mothers just need to pay more attention to their baby's walking posture. If the baby can walk easily on the ground, then mothers should check whether the baby's shoes are worn out. If so, it is time to change the baby's shoes to avoid falls.