I started wearing barefoot and minimalist hiking shoes several years ago, and as I learned more about the benefits of barefoot shoes, I began buying barefoot toddler shoes for my son. Wearing shoes that are flat, flexible and wide is just as important for toddlers and kids as it is for babies! But once they start hitting those toddler sizes, many major shoe brands introduce stiff soles and narrow toe boxes. When your baby starts walking literally everywhere and you need to put a little protection on their feet, there are quite a few companies making cute soft leather barefoot baby shoes and moccasins. Plus, being barefoot means more sensory messages are being sent to a growing child’s brain that is learning all about their new and ever-changing environment. Learning to walk while barefoot helps grow stronger muscles in the foot and doesn’t interfere with the natural, healthy walking and running gait. Most parents, doctors and experts would agree, barefoot is best for babies learning to walk.
This allows a child to naturally develop strong, healthy feet! The best barefoot shoes for kids have thin, flexible soles and a wide toe-box.
