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On the Move

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 sitting down and removing shoes that are too big on his feet.
Foot health

November 4, 2025

What Happens to Toddler Feet in Shoes That Are Too Big?Shoes that are too big cause immediate problems like falls, blisters, and altered walking patterns in toddlers. Long-term, oversized footwear can lead to flat feet, permanent toe deformities, and chro
A podiatrist checking a baby's foot that is turning out.
Foot health

October 28, 2025

Common Reasons a Baby's Foot Turns Out and What Parents Should KnowOut-toeing, when a baby's foot turns outward during walking, is common and often resolves naturally as muscles strengthen and bones develop. Most cases resolve naturally, though some require monitorin
A podiatrist checking a baby's foot for overlapping toes.
Foot health

October 15, 2025

How to Fix Overlapping Toes in Babies & ToddlersOverlapping toes in babies can often be corrected at home using gentle taping and stretching when started early. Research shows 94% success with treatment begun within the first 10 days, and most case
A tddler holding on to his foot in pain after wearing tight shoes.
Foot health

September 15, 2025

What Happens When Toddlers Wear Small Shoes? 6 Risks of a Tight FitToddlers wearing shoes that are too small face both immediate and long-term risks, from blisters and gait problems to permanent foot deformities. Proper shoe fitting is essential for their healthy foo
A little boy holding a stinky shoe.
Foot health

September 12, 2025

Why Do My Baby's Feet Smell? Podiatrist-Backed AnswersBaby foot odor is caused by sweat and bacteria thriving in warm, moist environments, often worsened by tight shoes and synthetic materials that trap moisture. Prevention includes proper foot hygiene,
A woman doing stretching exercises on a child's foot to alleviate pain.
Foot health

June 10, 2025

Orthopaedic Shoes for ToddlersFull disclosure: your child's feet grow the fastest during their first three years. Therefore, failing to invest in supportive footwear can result in various problems, from heel pain to foot defects.
a child sitting on top of a wooden box
Foot health

June 10, 2025

10 Important Child Feet Care Points Every Parent Should KnowProper care and maintenance of your child’s feet are important. It hugely contributes to your child’s health, happiness and success in life. Fit and strong feet means unrestricted mobility, better pos
a woman and a child walking in the grass
Foot health

June 10, 2025

Gait Abnormalities in Children: Types, Causes and TreatmentAfter initially learning how to crawl and pull themselves up using your furniture, your baby started walking. You're ecstatic and couldn't be prouder that they've reached this first milestone. However
A kid doing exercises to strengthen feet and ankles.
Foot health

March 25, 2025

8 Effective Exercises to Strengthen Your Child's Feet and AnklesA comprehensive guide to strengthening your child's feet and ankles, featuring 8 effective exercises that promote stability, mobility, and injury prevention.

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