Last updated: August 2026 | By Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter Is your child walking with their feet pointing outward instead of straight ahead? If their out-toeing is linked to flat feet, certain orthotics can help improve their foot posture and walking gait. As a shoe fitter specializing in children’s shoes and orthotics, I […]
Last updated: August 2026 | By Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter Has your child been prescribed AFOs, only for you to struggle finding shoes that fit over them? Are you ending up buying shoes that are way too big just to accommodate the braces? If you’re needing shoes more than a size and a […]
Last updated: August 2026 | By Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter Have you noticed your child’s feet pointing inward instead of straight ahead? Pigeon toe, medically known as in-toeing, is a common condition that causes a child’s toes to turn inward, and it can involve one or both feet. Some children outgrow this on […]
Last updated: August 2026 | By Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter As a dedicated children’s shoe fitter with years of experience, I’ve helped hundreds of families find the right footwear to address toe walking. After receiving many inquiries from parents in the UK, I’ve researched the best shoes available locally that can help discourage […]
Last updated: August 2026 | By Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter When parents notice their toddlers walking on their toes, they wonder if it’s a phase or a sign of something more serious. Toe walking is relatively common among toddlers, and understanding when it’s normal versus when it might need attention is crucial for […]
Last updated: August 2026 | By Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter Saucony is a trusted and affordable brand for children’s footwear, offering comfort, support, and durability. While not all styles are created equal, some Saucony kids’ shoes provide better structure and fit than others, especially for children with wide or hard-to-fit feet. In this […]
Last updated: August 2026 | By Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter Ikiki shoes are quickly becoming a go-to solution for parents of toe-walking toddlers, combining fun and function. These lightweight shoes feature a built-in squeaker in the heel that cleverly encourages a heel-to-toe walking pattern. Every time a child steps correctly, the squeak reinforces […]
Last updated: August 2026 | By Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter Pigeon toes, also known as in-toeing, occur when a child’s feet turn inward instead of pointing straight ahead. While many kids naturally outgrow this condition, the right corrective shoes can help guide growing feet into proper alignment, improve posture, and boost walking comfort […]
Last updated: August 2026 | By Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter Has your medical professional advised you to get a pair of shoes to help treat and prevent your child’s toe walking, but didn’t specify which brands or styles to get? I’ve created several anti-toe-walking shoe resources that have helped many families address this […]
Last updated: August 2026 | By Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter Is your child with flat feet asking for a cute, stylish pair of sandals? You might worry that fashionable sandals won’t provide the support their feet need — but not all sandals are created equal. Some stylish sandals offer excellent structure and stability, […]