Allowing young children to go barefoot offers a wealth of benefits. Experts, including podiatrists and academics, suggest that walking barefoot helps improve posture, foot strength, and proprioception. However, it’s not always practical or safe to let our little ones run around without the protection of shoes.
That’s why choosing the right shoes - and ensuring the proper fit - is so essential for healthy foot development.
Turtl Play Shoes have been designed to support natural foot growth while providing many of the same benefits of going barefoot.
Studies in the UK show that nearly three-quarters of people experience foot problems at some point in their lives, highlighting the importance of maintaining your child’s foot health. Many forefoot issues are not purely genetic; they often develop as a result of wearing poorly designed shoes.
When babies take their first steps, both indoors and outdoors, their tiny feet need protection from the elements while still allowing for natural movement. It’s crucial to get the right shoe size—never compromise on fit. A toddler’s nerve endings are still developing, so they may not always be able to communicate when they feel pain or discomfort from shoes that don’t fit properly. Because children grow so quickly at this stage, it's important to check their shoe size every 6-8 weeks to ensure their toes aren’t being squeezed or hurt.
Letting your little ones run around the home or outdoors in their Play Shoes provides peace of mind. Not only are their feet protected, but they’re also supported in their healthy development.
