I remember someone once told me that babies learning to walk, ideally should do so barefoot. Now that works at home…on carpet…without dangers or obstacles. But I also believe babies and tots learning how to walk require sufficient support. Soft, leather shoes are as close to walking barefoot as you can get.
Last year, I introduced you to Pediped Footwear. The company “uses the latest technology, plus the highest quality materials and craftsmanship to create shoes for children that are designed to care for their feet from crawling, to those amazing first steps and into the toddler years.” Their shoes were awarded the Seal of Acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical Association because they promote healthy foot development.
We received an adorable pair of addison – stripes shoes for our baby girl. These Mary Jane-style shoes feature a velcro closure, a soft, supportive, non-slip leather sole, and a fabric upper. They’re extremely flexible and when you push down on the inside of the shoe, you feel the cushion. My experience with Pediped shoes is that they’re durable and last a long time. My son had a pair and he wore them until he outgrew them (but another child could still get wear out of them).
Pediped offers three lines: Originals, Flex, and Couture collections. Our baby girl will start in the Originals line, since it supports the growth and development of her tiny feet. The shoes are soft and flexible to allow for growth. The company also designs the shoes to resemble the natural shape of a baby’s foot (which tends to be more wide than narrow).
One of the things I found interesting about how children learn to walk is that they shuffle (initially). I would have thought that a shoe with grip, to prevent slipping, would be important. The opposite is true. Shoes with rubber soles or grip force children to alter their natural stride, predisposing them to tripping. The Originals line features a durable, slip-resistant leather sole. According to the site, the shoes are roomy so a baby’s foot can move and grip. The flexibility of the shoe allows the child to feel the floor (and thus prevent slipping and tripping). The shoes are lightweight and breathable.
Many baby shoes on the market are designed simply to look pretty. This is not the case with Pediped Footwear. I appreciate the science and technology behind the craftsmanship of these shoes. The site even has a detailed sizing guide to ensure your child is wearing the correct shoe. I know from my experience with my son, that the shoes are comfortable (he is old enough to take off shoes that don’t fit right). Lastly, the shoes are fashionable and stylish. I don’t think there is a shoe on their site that I wouldn’t want to put on either of my children’s feet.
Pediped just announced the launch of their new tights and socks collection. They’re available in six styles and made with the same comfort, quality, and style the company is known for. I haven’t had a chance to see them in person yet, but as our little girl gets older, I’ll definitely be looking into getting a pair.
Now through February 5th, the company is hosting Purchases with Purpose, a fundraiser to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Select styles of the company’s Originals and Flex lines are marked down up to 40 percent. Half of the sales from this promotion will be donated to the Foundation to help grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions.
I did not receive compensation for this post. I received a product, courtesy of the company, in order to facilitate my review.
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Those are sooooo cute!
You should buy pediped shoes if you agree with their standard company practice of maliciously attacking other small family owned and primarily mom owned businesses. They do it regularly. Apparently, they and their lawyers do not like anything that might be remotely construed as legitimate competition for their global company.
http://www.tabberone.com/Trademarks/HallOfShame/Apparel/pediped/pediped.shtml
And then they can spend your money on $25,000 handbags to brag about. 🙁
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