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Our team of experts answers parents' frequently asked questions about their babies' first steps, learning to walk, and the type of footwear they require for healthy growth and development.
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Toe Walking Kids, do parents have reasons to worry?
Toe walking or walking on tiptoes is not uncommon amongst children. Toe walking is the unnatural walking gait wherein the heel does not contact the floor. This is very common to babies or toddlers who
Asked 3 months ago
Flat Feet Condition: Care, Support and Treatment
Flat foot condition is the very low or absence of arches on the instep of the feet. Normal feet should show the middle inner part of the soles slightly raised when standing. The condition is also refe
Asked 3 months ago
Spina Bifida Conditions and Symptoms Every Parent Should Know
Spina Bifida is a neural tube defect that occurs during the first month of life. The embryo grows a structure that will later develop into the spine and the entire nervous system. This is called the n
Asked 3 months ago
Growth Spurts and Shoe Sizes: How Fast Do Kids' Feet Grow?
Kids' feet go through multiple developmental stages. Find out where your little one is at now.
Asked 4 months ago
Do Babies Need to Wear Socks?
Discover the benefits and risks of babies wearing socks, and learn when it's appropriate for your little one to start wearing them.
Asked 4 months ago
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