PODIATRIST STATES THAT SNEAKERS ARE BETTER FOR TOTS THAN BOOTS
posted: Apr. 29, 2014.
Podiatrist Dr. Steven Tillett states, "until now, your baby got by just fine with socks and soft shoes or no shoes at all -- both good options for optimal growth. Now that she has moved into toddlerhood, she’ll need something sturdier for walking, climbing, and everything that comes with exploring her new skills. Sneakers are good because they generally don't constrain the foot and allow for proper development. Sneakers are usually constructed out of canvas and pliable leather, allowing the shoe to mold to a child's foot for a good fit."