We tried the Pediped shoes and loved them: here’s why
As a parent, two of the biggest milestones we celebrate in our child’s life is when they sleep through the night and when they take their first steps.
While I believe the best footwear for my son is bare feet, it’s not always practical. Finding the best shoes for new walkers wasn’t as easy as I thought. I didn’t realize that there was so much to consider when buying baby shoes, and most of the shoes for boys I found had hard soles, with no flex. They weren't comfortable or recommended by our pediatrician.
Here are some things I learned when researching baby/kid shoes:
Sensory. When babies are learning to walk, it’s important for their shoes to be designed so they can feel and grip the floor, encouraging gait development.
Comfort. Check to see if the shoe flexes easily by bending the shoe at the ball.
Materials and design. It’s important for your baby shoes to use breathable and flexible materials. You don’t want your child’s feet to sweat, so try to avoid shoes that have a hard sole, are stiff, and are not made from breathable fabrics (plastics are not).
Recently we tried the Pediped Originals. My son is 20 months and has been walking for the past eight months, but I needed the best shoes for new walkers, as he’s still learning to walk confidently and his feet are still developing.
The quality is amazing. I wish I could put them in your hands! The shoe is soft, breathable, and flexible - great for physical development. My favorite part of the shoe is the leather sole. It’s sturdy, yet bendable, and I don’t have to worry about throwing them away once he’s done; I could definitely get another kid in these shoes!
The shoes are also very stylish and come in so many different colors! The options are endless.
Other reasons I like Pediped:
Approved by APMA
Breathable
Mimic barefoot walking (healthy foot development)
Flexible leather sole
Non-slip sole
Machine Washable (grip ‘n’ go and FLEX styles)
Eco-friendly materials
Approved by the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), PediPed is committed to developing shoes focused on healthy foot development, while upholding quality, comfort and design.
Pediped footwear system has developed three styles focused on your child’s development:
Originals. Sized for ages 0-24 months.
Made to closely mimic barefoot walking, these shoes are created with high quality leather with soft and flexible soles. Recommended by pediatricians and podiatrists.
grip ‘n’ go. Sized for 4-7 (kids).
Includes the same features as the Originals, the grip ‘n’ go style also features “G2 Technology.” G2 Technology includes a soft rubber sole, rounded edges to mimic the shape of a child’s foot, heel stability, and a soft toe box to help encourage floor grip. These are a great shoe to transition to when your child is walking 20-30 steps on their own without guidance support.
FLEX. Sized for 6 (kids)-6 (youth).
Provides cushioned arch support with a flexible, soft rubber sole. These shoes ensure healthy foot development and comfort for confident walkers who’ve developed a natural stride.
Where to Buy: Pediped shoes are available for purchase directly from their website, pediped.com, retail stores, or Amazon.
For more information on Pediped, be sure to visit https://www.pediped.com/why-pediped.