Shoes for kids come in all kinds of cute styles with fancy designs and charming adornments. It can be easy to make shoes purchases for children based on how cute the shoe, especially young children.
While it is not necessary to spend a lot of money on a childs shoe considering how fast they are likely to outgrow them, it is still important to purchase a shoes with supportive qualities.
Feet are actually designed to walk on the soft surfaces nature provided. Man made surfaces are harsh on big feet and little feet alike. A shoe should be designed to protect against the effects of these hard and unnatural surfaces. Just because a shoe is adorable doesnt mean it is a good pick for a small childs tender foot.
When purchasing a shoe for a small child, several factors of the shoe should be taken into consideration. Ample cushioning will help to provide impact protection from the hard surfaces we spend our lives walking on. A shoe with too little cushioning will not provide adequate protection or shock absorption.
Childrens shoes need to provide a good arch support, allowing the foot to naturally conform to the sole of the shoe. Too much arch support can be...