I love baby and toddler shoes. I think they are among the most adorable things on the planet.
When I walk by the baby shoes in any department store or shoe store I just have to stop and look at them. I imagine what they would look like on my little one’s feet: miniature tennis shoes, sandals, flip flops, and more.
However, reality hits when I actually try to fit the cute shoes on my baby’s feet. You see, all of my babies have had exceptionally fat little feet. Yet I know that my babies are not unique in this.
Baby feet tend to be “fat” which is what makes them so darn cute. It also makes those cute shoes in the department store a no-go.
That’s why I am so delighted to tell you about Pediped Shoes. Not only are they made to fit those fat little baby feet, they are designed to support growing feet in every way.
My Experience with Pediped Shoes
I chose to review the “Jones” in color blue and size 6-12 months. I picked this size because it was the size that my 6 month old was getting ready to grow into. He is now 7 months old and they fit him perfectly.
The first thing I noticed about these shoes it the quality in which they were made. You can just tell by looking at them and by their construction that they are very well made.
Even though I am certain that my son will be scuffing them on the ground and getting them dirty, I have no worries about them wearing out too quickly.
While I really like the construction of soft-sole baby shoes for non-mobile babies, I really like the design of these shoes for a more mobile baby (one who is crawling or beginning to walk), simply because they offer a bit more protection from the ground while still offering flexibility.
They are fairly easy to get on and off of my baby’s feet. While still not as easy as soft-sole baby shoes, they are definitely much better than other more traditional baby shoes for ease of wear.
The Benefits of Pediped Shoes
Finding shoes for babies is no simple task. Many of the baby shoes that I’ve tried on my little one’s feet just do not fit well. They are either too narrow for my baby’s feet, or they are too rigid on the bottom for me to feel comfortable allowing them to stay on their feet for long.
Baby feet need flexibility to grow. On the other hand, toddlers who are just learning to walk need something that can grip the ground beneath them and offer some protection from the elements.
I found all of these benefits in Pediped Shoes:
- Slip Resistant – Pediped infant shoes are made with a slip resistant leather sole that gives added security from slippery surfaces.
- Flexible and Supportive – They are flexible, allowing your baby to “feel” the ground beneath them, while still providing plenty of support and protection from the ground and other elements.
- Durable – Pediped shoes are sturdy enough to withstand the activity of beginning walkers, unlike cloth shoes or soft-sole shoes that can wear down in certain spots fairly quickly.
I would definitely recommend Pediped Shoes to anyone who is looking for a supportive yet flexible shoe for their baby or toddler who is beginning to crawl and walk. These shoes can offer the protection needed while still allowing plenty of room for your baby’s growing feet.
Pediped is a sponsor for our June Giveaway Splash and provided free product in exchange for this review. I was not required to write a positive review and all of the opinions expressed are my own.
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