Big Toe Overlapping the Second Toe – Extra Depth and Rounder Toe-Boxes!

Are you having a hard time finding shoes for your child that has the big toe overlapping the second toe? The most common reason why the big toe overlaps the second toe is from wearing shoes that are too short or too narrow. Another reason why your kids’ toes might be overlapping each other is genetics, which normally includes Morton’s toe – unusually long second toe and stiff tendons.

The most common mistake that I see parents make when trying to resolve this issue is to buy larger shoes to allow extra space for the child’s toes. This usually ends in compromising your child’s stability and creating foot issues due to the excessive foot movement inside the shoes.

Key Shoe Features for Kids with Overlapping Toes

1️⃣ Extra Depth: This feature allows your kid’s feet to fit deeply inside the shoes and prevent the big toe from rubbing against the other toes or the side of the shoes. Let me show you the difference between a shoe that provides extra depth and one that doesn’t:

2️⃣ Rounder Toe-Boxes: This feature helps prevent your kids’ toes from overlapping one another or rubbing against the side of the shoes. Let me show you the difference between a pair of shoes that provides a rounder toe-box versus one that doesn’t:

I have helped several children that were dealing with this issue find the correct pair of shoes to reduce or fully eliminate the pain. The key is to find a pair of shoes that comes with a rounder toe-box and extra depth.

The Importance of Being Proactive – Avoid Foot Issues!

When your kids’ toes overlap or rub against each other they are more likely to develop blisters, calluses, or corns. Some other issues include the formation of ingrown toenails and even hammer toes. Something so simple such as providing your child with the correct pair of shoes will prevent all these issues from happening.

Child developed a blister on his small toe from wearing narrow shoes.
A child's foot with hammertoes.

How to Retrieve Your Child’s Exact Foot Length and Shape

I created a virtual shoe fitting service that will help you retrieve your child’s shoe size from home. In that article I help parents determine their child’s exact foot size and whether the child has narrow, medium, wide, or extra wide feet. I also will be able to tell you whether your child has a high instep or not.

I only recommend shoes that I have fitted before, as that is the only way for me to know what type of features the shoes provide, the quality that the shoes are made of, and also how they fit. Disclosure: Some links in this post may be affiliate links and we may receive a small commission (at no extra cost to you) when you click our links and make purchases. 

Best Shoes for Kids with Their Big Toe Overlapping the Second Toe

Below you can find a selection of the best shoes for kids that are dealing with their big toe overlapping the second toe. These shoes are available in medium (M), wide (W), and extra wide (XW) widths.

Best Socks to Prevent Toes from Overlapping – Seamless!

Socks act as a barrier between your kids’ feet and the shoes, preventing the formation and buildup of bacteria inside the shoes. In addition, there is a particular type of sock that can prevent your kids’ toes from overlapping or rubbing against one another.

Have you ever heard of seamless socks? These types of socks are great because they won’t constrict toe movement and allow your kids’ toes to freely move. These are the type of socks I recommend for children who have wide or extra wide feet and they are also great for those children that feel every lump and bump.

Get a Personalized Suggestion

Do not hesitate to contact me directly at my e-mail if you have any further questions or if you need a different pair of shoes for your child. My e-mail address is:

fittingchildrensshoes@gmail.com

Have you found a particular shoe that has worked well in preventing your kids’ toes from overlapping one another? Please share your findings below so other families can benefit from your experiences.