Is your child dealing with ankle pain during soccer practice or games? Ankle sprains are the most common injury in youth soccer, and kids are especially prone to them given the sport’s fast direction changes, running on uneven surfaces, sudden speed changes, and landing from jumps. As a certified children’s shoe fitter, here’s what actually […]
Last updated: June 2026 | By Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter | Est. reading time: 10 minutes Quick Answer: The best kids’ sandals with ankle support are Betti and Pedro by Memo, which combine a firm thermoplastic heel counter with a closed, higher back to stabilize the ankle and improve alignment. In over 10 […]
By Juan Valenzuela | Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter with 10+ Years of Experience Last updated: June 2026 If your toddler’s ankles roll inward when they walk, or if a pediatrician, physical therapist, or occupational therapist has recommended supportive footwear, you’re in the right place. Toddler ankles are still developing — and the right walking shoes […]
By Juan Valenzuela | Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter with 10+ Years of Experience | Last updated: June 2026 If your child’s ankles visibly roll inward when they stand or walk, the right shoes can make an immediate and meaningful difference. Rolled ankles in children are one of the most common conditions I see in fittings […]
Last updated: June 2026 | By Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter If your child has been complaining about heel pain, you should take it seriously — and act quickly. Heel pain in children is not something to wait out. Left untreated, it can lead to difficulty walking, compensatory gait changes, and the need for […]
Is your toddler struggling with a foot condition that’s affecting their walking and posture? Foot issues like flat feet, low muscle tone, and overpronation are common in toddlers and often require supportive footwear to help improve foot posture and gait. In this guide, I’ll share the best corrective shoes for toddlers, based on my years […]