Buying shoes for young children is a minefield for any parent, but buying shoes for toddler boys may be a real balancing act - you want to ensure that the shoes are comfortable, breathable and supportive to help healthy feet grow, but you also want the shoes to be strong enough to meet the needs of curious and active young boys!

Things to consider when buying children's shoes

A pair of casual comfortable baby shoes must fit- Make sure you take your child for professional measurement and then install it. Before buying shoes, encourage your children to run around the store and keep their feet warm before measuring. This will cause their feet to expand, so that they can more accurately evaluate the fitness and growth space. If you shop online, some better websites will provide free suggestions and authoritative measurement and installation guides, in case you really want to avoid the trouble of taking your child in the street or shopping center!

Support - Shoes or boots must provide good support for feet, ankles and legs. At this stage of development, the whole body is growing at an amazing rate. Wearing shoes with poor support now may cause future foot and back problems.

Comfortable shoes need to be comfortable, the upper material is soft, and the sole is flexible, which will not limit the movement or muscle development of the foot. Try to choose a style with padded lining, especially around the ankle and padded insole.

Breathable - shoes made of leather upper and lining are most suitable for children's hot feet, because they can let cold air in and let hot and humid air escape. This creates the best possible environment for long feet and reduces the risk of shoe odor and bacterial infection. Shoes with fabric lining are also suitable for feet, but I will try to avoid using shoes made of synthetic upper and lining, because these shoes are not breathable and moisture cannot be discharged.

Flexibility - The sole must be quite flexible, especially for the first time walking, because it will help the development of foot muscles. Adjustment - young children's shoes must have enough strap adjustment to ensure that the shoes are safely and reliably placed on the feet. Make sure that the belt is not too tight because it will limit growth. Return to Velcro fastener is the ideal choice for toddler boys, because it is easier and faster to wear and take off shoes!

Rugged and durable - as I mentioned in the introduction, toddler shoes need to be able to withstand the use of rugged and durable. Look for models with strong soles and large "bumpers" at the front. This external protection not only provides an additional protective layer for the feet, but also can prevent children from damaging and scratching their shoes when using their toes as brakes on scooters or bicycles.

In addition to the above, make sure your children's shoes are both interesting and attractive! We often let children wear dark gray or black shoes. On the contrary, let them wear interesting and colorful shoes and enjoy the fact that they are young, smart and active boys!

Online shopping - This can save the trouble of shopping, because you can avoid queuing, and when you stroll in the crowded shops, the children are often not as patient as you! If you decide to buy shoes online, you can take a look at our baby canvas shoes, designed for barefoot freedom. The small and flexible sole allows the small toe to feel the floor under the foot, so as to obtain additional balance and stable pace. The light and flexible materials only provide the necessary support for the growing feet and let them embark on the great adventure of life.