I review toddler shoes based on my vast experience in fitting children’s shoes for the last 10 years. I currently work for a specialized children’s shoe store that focuses on children with foot and leg problems.
Please take a look at the description that describes how each particular shoe style fits (short, long) to increase the chances that you order the correct shoe size. As a standard rule of thumb, I recommend 3/16 of an inch or 0.4 centimeters of space between your toddler’s longest toe and the end of the shoes.
How to Order the Correct Shoe Size Online
If you are unsure of what your toddler’s foot size is take a look at an article I created where I describe how to figure out your toddler’s foot size from home:
How to Measure Your Kids’ Foot – 2 Simple Steps to Determine Foot Length and Foot Width
All of the boots described below are supportive, lightweight, and flexible. Check on the description whether the boots are waterproof and appropriate to be worn in the snow.
Without further ado, let’s take a look at a selection of the best toddler boots in medium widths.
- Fits narrow and medium feet
- Constructed with a breathable textile lining and an OrthoLite® comfort foam insoles provide moisture transport, antimicrobial function, and long-term cushioning
- Water-friendly
- Double hook-and-loop closure for easy on and off
- Good traction
- Order this boot half a size larger than your child’s current foot size
- Fits medium, wide and extra wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
- Waterproof
- Made with 3mm Neo-Tech insulation to keep warm in cold weather. Comfort rated 14 degrees F/-10
- Hook/loop strap and sturdy handles makes these winter boots easy for little kids to get on and off
- Machine washable
- Excellent traction
- Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
- Fits medium, wide, and extra wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
- Waterproof
- Made with 3mm Neo-Tech insulation to keep warm in cold weather. Comfort rated 14 degrees F/-10
- Hook/loop strap and sturdy handles makes these winter boots easy for little kids to get on and off
- Machine washable
- Excellent traction
- Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
- Fits medium and wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
- This boot can be used on cold and rainy days
- Water-repellent synthetic and mesh upper
- Comfort Collar helps prevent irritation and hugs the ankle for a superior fit
- Primaloft insulation for warmth
- Lightweight EVA midsole provides flexible cushioning and absorbs impact
- Excellent traction
- Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
- Fits medium and wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
- This boot can be used on cold and rainy days
- Water-repellent synthetic and mesh upper
- Comfort Collar helps prevent irritation and hugs the ankle for a superior fit
- Primaloft insulation for warmth
- Lightweight EVA midsole provides flexible cushioning and absorbs impact
- Excellent traction
- Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
- Fits medium, wide, and extra wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
- This boot can be used in cold days, rain, and snow
- Waterproof
- KEEN.Warm® insulation rating of -40°F/-40°C
- Double velcro closure for easy on and off
- Removable PU insole for long-lasting comfort
- Fleece lining for warmth
- Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
- Fits medium and wide feet
- Seam sealed waterpoof construction to keep feet dry
- 200g insulation on the footbed
- Removable insoles
- Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
- Available in medium and wide widths
- This is a casual boot that can be worn in cold days
- Not waterproof and not water friendly
- Seamless construction cradle their natural shape
- Double velcro closure for easy on and off
- Easy on-and-off with an oversized opening and adjustable double hook and loop closure
- Flex grooves in outsole for maximum flexibility
- APMA approved
- Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
- Available in medium and wide widths
- This is a casual boot that can be worn in cold days
- Not waterproof and not water friendly
- Memory foam footbed delivers enhanced comfort
- Fleece lining for warmth
- Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
- Fits medium and wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
- Full-grain leather
- Lace-up vamp
- Padded puffy collar
- EVA foam footbed
- Waterproof
- Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
- Fits medium and wide feet
- Waterproof
- Seam-sealed, waterproof membrane construction, resistant to 10,000mb pressure/4 hours
- Awarded the Seal of Acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)
- Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
- Fits medium, wide, and extra wide feet
- Fixed foam insulation
- Waterproof DriDefense membrane satin nylon upper with PU overlays.
- Removable insoles
- Adjustable dual hook-and-loop straps
- Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
- Fits medium, wide, and extra wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
- This is a hiking boot/snow boot that can be worn for long periods of time
- Insulated so it can be worn in the snow
- Waterproof
- Double velcro closure
- Awarded the Seal of Acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)
- Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
- Fits medium and wide feet
- Waterproof
- Seam-sealed, waterproof membrane construction, resistant to 10,000mb pressure/4 hours
- Awarded the Seal of Acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)
- Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
- Fits medium, wide, and extra wide feet (accommodates high insteps)
- Leather upper
- Waterproof
- WARM insulation helps keep feet warm in temperatures down to -4F / -20C, but still allows feet to breathe
- Removable PU insole for long-lasting comfort
- Fleece lining for warmth
- Order this boot a whole size larger than your child’s current foot size
- Available in medium and wide widths
- This is a casual boot that can be worn in cold and rainy days
- Water-friendly
- Wide toe-box and an outsole with rounded edges
- Flex grooves in outsole for maximum flexibility
- Reinforced protected toe
- Order this boot half a size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
- Available in medium and wide widths
- This is a casual boot that can be worn in cold and rainy days
- Water-friendly
- Wide toe-box and an outsole with rounded edges
- Flex grooves in outsole for maximum flexibility
- Reinforced protected toe
- Velcro closure
- Order this boot a whole size larger than your toddler’s current foot size
Parents need to understand that not all children can wear all type of shoes, since they are limited to their particular foot shape —narrow, medium, wide, extra wide— and instep height also plays a key role. The winter boots described in this article are all capable of accommodating the shape of a toddler with medium feet. You can also check in the shoe description whether the boot is capable of accommodating high insteps.
If you need any other type of shoes such as everyday sneakers, summer sandals, dress shoes, or sport shoes, you can find them all in a tool I created which lets you filter by the type of shoes you need. This tool is extremely effective since it will show you shoes in different widths such as narrow, medium, wide, and extra wide. I also tell you exactly how each shoe style fits (short, long, narrow, or wide) and will let you filter by the instep of your child’s foot. You can even find shoes that will accommodate an orthotic. Go to the link below:
I was completely disappointed when I saw you advertised cowboy boots in wide widths but had absolutely none on your website.
Hello Kim,
Sorry for the confusion. There are no shoe companies that manufacture cowboy boots in wide widths, but certain models fit wider than others even though they might not be labeled as wide or extra wide. You might want to take a look at this resource: What Are the Best Cowboy Boots for Toddlers with Wide Feet? – These Styles Have Round Toe-Boxes!