I work for a specialized children’s shoe store where we provide regular shoe fittings but also focus on helping families of children with foot conditions. I have noticed throughout the years that toe walking isn’t unusual in toddlers who are learning how to walk. Typically, children begin walking at around 12 months of age, and […]
Do you have a child who is complaining about foot pain? There might be several reasons why your children complain about foot pain, but one thing is clear, pain is not normal, and when children experience pain, their bodies are telling us that there is a problem. Let me show you the top 3 most […]
Several families from the United Kingdom have contacted me wanting to know which are the best kids’ shoes for toe walking. Some of these families are told that their child will eventually outgrow the habit of toe walking, but they are still worried and want to do everything in their power to help treat and […]
Has your medical professional recommended a pair of high-top shoes to prevent your child from walking on his/her toes? Were you told to get a pair of high-top shoes, but your child’s medical professional didn’t specify which models you should buy? There is a large selection of high-top shoes for kids, and some of them […]
I have been contacted by several parents and physical/occupational therapists with one common question: What are the best sandals to wear in the summer for children who walk with their tip-toes? The correct types of sandals can make a world of difference in treating and preventing your child’s tip-toe walking condition. I will show you […]
Have you taken your child to your medical professional and were told that your child’s toe walking will eventually stop? Please note that early intervention in children who toe walk is key to prevent this condition from getting worse. This is quite a complex issue, but my goal is to explain it in a simple way and […]
Have you noticed your child walking on his or her toes lately? Has your child been falling more often? Several complications might arise when children are over two years old and continue toe walking. I have found that certain shoes can help prevent children from getting on their toes and promote the habit of walking the correct way: […]
Do you have a child who has been toe walking lately? Did you take your child to your medical professional and were told that your child will eventually outgrow this condition? Waiting for your child’s toe walking condition to correct on its own can only lead to the condition getting worse. Let me show you […]
Has your medical professional told you that your child will eventually outgrow toe walking but your child continues to toe walk? It is true that some children simply outgrow this condition, but waiting for your child’s toe walking to resolve on its own might lead to the condition getting worse. After writing a resource that […]
Do you have a child who has been diagnosed with idiopathic toe walking and your medical professional recommends buying a pair of orthopedic shoes? Maybe your medical professional told you that your child’s toe walking will “resolve on its own” and it’s you the one who wants to be proactive and take early action? Toe […]