Last updated: September 28, 2026 · By Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter Has your child’s doctor, a family member, or a friend recommended New Balance for your toddler? Maybe your toddler has wide or extra wide feet and most shoes feel tight. “What are the best New Balance shoes for toddlers?” is one of […]
Last updated: September 28, 2026 · By Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter Over the years, I’ve heard from countless families looking for help with flat feet, weak ankles, or overpronation. Many are told by a doctor or therapist to buy “supportive New Balance shoes,” but no one tells them which model. The truth is, […]
Last updated: August 2026 | By Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter Many parents struggle with how quickly their kids wear out shoes and start to feel it’s not worth buying quality pairs. Often, the problem isn’t the kids — it’s poorly made shoes. Some brands consistently deliver durable, high-quality footwear that stands up to […]
Last updated: August 2026 | By Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter If you’re looking for comfortable, functional, and fun shoes for your child, Tsukihoshi is a standout brand. Known for machine-washable designs, antibacterial insoles, and vibrant colors, Tsukihoshi shoes are especially ideal for kids with wide or extra wide feet and high insteps. With […]
Last Updated: August 2026 | Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter Do you have a preference for the shoe brand Tsukihoshi, and are wondering whether their shoes can accommodate your child’s orthotics? Tsukihoshi has become a favorite among pedorthists looking to modify shoes for customized orthotics and AFOs. That said, not all Tsukihoshi shoes work […]
Last Updated: August 2026 | Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter Struggling to find the right shoes for your toddler’s wide feet? You’re not alone. With so many brands and styles out there, choosing the right fit can feel overwhelming. In this guide, I’ll share the best shoe brands for toddlers with wide feet — […]
Last Updated: August 2026 | Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter Searching for the best New Balance shoes for kids with wide or extra wide feet? New Balance is a go-to brand for wide-width footwear, but not every style is built to properly support a wider foot or a high instep. With years of experience […]
Last updated: June 2026 | By Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter With hundreds of children’s shoe brands on the market, choosing the right one for your child can feel overwhelming. As a certified children’s shoe fitter with over 10 years of experience, I have tested hundreds of shoe styles across dozens of brands — […]
Last updated: May 2026 | By Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter If your child has been diagnosed with flat feet, one of the first questions you are probably asking is: what shoe brand should I be looking for? It is one of the most common questions I get from families at the store — […]
Last updated: May 2026 | By Juan Valenzuela, Certified Children’s Shoe Fitter If your child has wide or extra wide feet, you have probably already discovered that most mainstream shoe brands are designed for medium-width feet. Walking into a shoe store without knowing which brands carry wider widths is a frustrating experience — and buying […]