Have you given much thought to the type of shoes
you purchase for your baby? The reality is that things have changed
dramatically since the time you were an infant. In fact, it was only
about 20 years ago that experts believed it was best for children to
wear stiff shoes that provided a great deal of support while learning
to walk. As a result, babies had their feet routinely stuffed into high
top, stiff shoes that restricted their feet greatly.
It's All About the Rocking Motion
More recent research, however, has demonstrated
that strong, high top shoes may not be as beneficial as we once
thought. In a recent study conducted by the Connecticut Children's
Medical Center, researchers concluded that babies learn to walk by
using the same rocking heel-toe motion used by adults when walking.
This was contrary to the previous belief that babies walked in a
flat-footed stomping motion. Therefore, shoes with stiff, flat bottoms
certainly are not in the best interest of a baby's developing foot.
The Ankles Have It All
The research conducted at the Connecticut
Children's Medical Center also found that baby ankles are much stronger
than once believed. In the past, shoe manufacturer's assumed baby
ankles were weak and wobbly. Therefore, they need high top shoes that
would provide them with extra support. Researchers found, however, that
baby ankles are actually quite strong and stable from the beginning.
Ultimately, the researchers concluded that walking barefooted is
actually best when it comes to the development of a baby's foot.
Getting the Best of Both Worlds
Of course, most parents are not interested in
letting their children walk around barefooted all the time. After all,
walking around barefooted leaves your baby's feet exposed to germs,
dirt and grime. Therefore, when purchasing shoes for your baby, be
certain to look for those that are made of quality leather in order to
provide protection while also having a soft, flexible sole that allows
your baby's feet to grow and develop properly.
Shooshoos baby shoes
are the best for little growing feet!
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About the Author
Shooshoos baby shoes started in
Cape Town, South Africa in 1996 and have grown into a worldwide brand
with sales in over 20 countries and growing fast! We are committed to
providing our customers with the best baby shoes for your children. We
use the highest quality materials available and have a wide range of
beautiful designs for boys and girls up to the age of 2 years. All our
leathers are 100% safe and non toxic. We have won 2 iParenting Media
Awards and have been selected by Mothercare International (550 Stores
worldwide) as a leading leather baby shoe brand.
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