Tip & How-To about Clothing Accessories
10 Tips for Parents wishing to buy their children shoes: 1: Keep toenails trimmed straight across and not too short.
2: Keep bedclothes loose and non-restricting.
3: If your baby or toddler wears a baby-gro, ensure that it is big enough around the feet to allow full movement of the toes.
4: Buy socks made from natural materials that allow the skin to breathe. Avoid stretch socks.
5: Ensure that socks and tights fit well and check that the toe seams are not causing toes to rub.
6: Don't force your child to walk; they will walk when they are ready. Instead try and enjoy each special stage of development while it lasts!
7: While indoors and in a safe environment encourage your child to walk barefoot, this helps the foot to develop and strengthen.
8: Always choose shoes that are soft and flexible and made from natural materials that allow the skin to 'breathe'. An ideal shoe should also have adjustable fastening for a better fit.
9: Polish your child's shoes, this way they will look better and last longer.
10: Ensure baby's feet are exercised by encouraging baby to kick and stretch
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