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Find all you need to know about babies taking their first steps and their healthy growth and development into toddlers who are confident on their feet and always on the move.
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A toddler dragging his foot as he plays.
Foot development

September 16, 2025

Toddler Dragging Leg When Walking: What's Normal and What's Not?Many toddlers drag their feet occasionally. This is normal. However, persistent dragging that doesn't improve with rest or comes with other developmental delays may signal underlying conditions that n
A toddler with healthy foot development trying to stand up and take their first steps.
Foot development

September 15, 2025

Toddler Foot Development: How to Nurture Healthy Growth From Day OneToddler foot development is vital for healthy walking and posture. This guide covers key milestones, the importance of barefoot time, and how to choose the right footwear to support natural child foot
A baby sitting on carpet showing normal baby foot development milestones.
Foot development

July 3, 2025

Baby Foot Development Milestones: What to Expect at Each StageBaby feet develop rapidly in the first year, from soft cartilage to weight-bearing structures. Learn key milestones, when to worry about development, and how to support healthy foot growth through pro
a group of people running down a street
Foot development

June 9, 2025

The Importance of Play to your Child’s Holistic DevelopmentChildren’s active play has significantly decreased over the last few years. Unlike before, when raucous, sweaty and energetic kids outside were common to see, today playtime is spent engaging in more
A pair of baby shoes sitting on top of a measuring tape.
Foot development

April 24, 2025

How to Tell If Your Baby's Shoes Are Too Small: 5 SignsAre those adorable shoes doing more harm than good? We break down what to watch for and how to ensure the right fit.
a person is running through the leaves in a park
Foot development

March 15, 2025

7 Best Ergonomic Shoes for Toddlers: Supporting Every StepWhen tiny feet take big leaps, ergonomic shoes ensure healthy development and boundless exploration
A close up of a person wearing yellow tennis shoes.
Foot development

March 12, 2025

8 Best Toddler Shoes for Optimal Foot DevelopmentUnlock confident walking: Find the perfect toddler shoes to support their developmental journey
A little girl standing on top of a lush green forest.
Foot development

February 19, 2025

Are Barefoot Shoes Really Good for Growing Toddlers?The great shoe debate: Are barefoot shoes the key to healthy toddler feet, or a step in the wrong direction?
A close up of a toddler's feet while they're wearing Crocs.
Foot development

February 4, 2025

Are Crocs Good for Growing Toddlers? A Podiatrists ReviewCrocs: comfy, colourful, and everywhere toddlers roam. But are these popular shoes actually good for their developing feet? A podiatrist weighs in

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