Shoes with hard bottoms limit flexibility and can create problems as the baby learns to walk. When possible, babies and toddlers should be
allowed to walk barefoot. For times when baby’s feet need protection, soft soled shoes are the way to go. They provide flexibility and allow
the baby to feel the surface beneath their feet, similar to being barefoot. All of the wiggling, kicking and other move
ments your baby does with his feet help him develop the foot muscles that he needs for walking. Tight, hard-soled shoes limit the amount of movement in your child's feet. Soft-soled shoes with plenty of space in them allow your baby to
move his feet to avoid interruptions in development. Traditional shoes with hard soles are heavy and might make it more difficult for your baby to lift them and walk.The thin soles allow your
baby's toes to grip the floor as he would if he went barefoot, making it easier for him to walk. Soft-sole shoes might also help him better
develop his sense of balance and coordination.
