Monday, November 3, 2008

Stylin' Shoes for Adorable Feet

When the temperatures started to drop I realized my baby's wardrobe was missing a critical staple...shoes! So, what to get? I did some research (as I do before buying anything, even diaper cream) and read that the best shoes for a little tyke like mine are something with a soft, flexible sole. Softer shoes let baby's foot develop naturally. They also make it easier for them to balance and "grip" the floor. My cousin mentioned a good source for soft-soled crib shoes that she found held up beautifully. Minitoes! (Minitoes is an Etsy vendor as well) These are handmade, soft-soled shoes available in an unbelievable selection of styles of colors. Now, you can find similar shoes in major department stores, but take my word for it, they won't hold up like the Minitoes. I have bought such shoes and they literally fell apart. Meanwhile, his Minitoes are still holding strong! The soft leather material is totally flexible and keep his little feet warm. He has no trouble getting around on these shoes, even on our hardwood floors. And perhaps best of all, they NEVER fall off! Never ever, I promise. You're sure to find a number of styles to love here. My only problem was choosing a pair! So I got them in brown too!