Barefoot shoes fit your feet, your feet don't have to adapt to your shoes. This is why it is essential to determine the right model and the right size.
The level of difficulty is directly proportional to the indomitableness of your little one 🤣... so courage mums and dads! Pencil in hand and follow the instructions :
- barefoot child standing on a sheet of paper
- pencil perpendicular to the sheet
- draw a mark behind the heel and in front of the longest toe
- draw a mark on each side of the foot, at the widest point (metatarsus or toes)
- draw the two lines, length and width
- repeat on both feet and take the longest one as a reference
Add at least 1/1.5 cm to your length in cm (variable: consider whether they are sandals or winter boots, and therefore whether they should be worn barefoot or with thick socks), you will have the exact number to look for on the manufacturers' size chart . The margin is essential to leave the right space that will facilitate movement, comfort and growth.
❗If you are not sure, try to take the measurements a couple of times, if you want also by placing your kid's heels well against a wall.
❗It is always better to be barefoot and above all standing straight, so that the foot takes up all the real support space.
....BUT ALSO THE SHAPE!
The second step is to understand what type of foot the child has: width, volume of the foot and ankle, which can also vary during growth. This is why a simple visual assessment is worth it, you will easily understand if he has a chubby or skinny foot, thin or robust ankle. The important thing is to take this into account by reading the manufacturers' instructions when choosing.
⚠️ WATCH THE CALENDAR ⚠️
Remember to remeasure their feet every 2/3 months, as children grow quickly and sometimes unevenly. Always leave enough space for the foot and pay attention if there is only 0.5 cm of margin left: it's time to change size!
Do you still have doubts? ✉️⬇️