Surprise! Baby doesn't need shoes. Amazing, isn't it? That's because shoes primarily serve to protect feet from the ground. A baby who isn't walking doesn't need that protection. Even if little shoes are cute :)
In store, we often find ourselves advising parents to… not buy anything for their baby! Yes, yes, even though we are a children's shoe store in Montreal.
The ideal solution? Leave your baby barefoot at home or in socks.
This is to facilitate his movements, motor skills and exploration of the world:
- Baby's foot needs to move freely
- The toes must grip, feel, explore
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Muscles develop best without constraint.
For daycare, outings, or winter
Your baby isn't walking yet and the daycare requires baby shoes, or you find the floor too cold for their feet? Ultra-soft booties are the best option. How do you choose them? Opt for a model that:
✔️ Bends in all directions
✔️ Is very flexible, without a rigid sole
✔️ Stays securely on the foot without compressing it
Try it out: if the slipper doesn't bend easily in your hand… forget it! Again, this slipper is there to protect their little feet. Basically, baby should be able to move as if they weren't wearing anything on their feet.
Our best-sellers, the favorites of new parents
At Chaussures Piétine, we offer ultra-soft slippers suitable for babies who are not yet walking or who are crawling.
Our Froddo pre-walker slippers Or those from Petit Nord are a sure bet for your treasures. Or even our soft shoes from Ricosta.
- 100% leather
- Ultra flexible
- Easy to put on
- Adjustable Velcro
- Non-slip sole
Here we explain the difference between two favorite brands.
We even have several lined models for extra warmth. Looking for a sportier look? Pediped's soft slippers are just as suitable for babies.
And for winter, our Reima booties without soles are perfect for babies.
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