I have a bunion and have heard they can be genetic, but also due to poorly fitting shoes. So should I buy wide width shoes for my son so I don't take the chance. He doesn't appear to have one at 16 months but his feet are really wide.
2007-08-08 04:32:31 · 4 answers · asked by crymeariver 5 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
The most important thing for proper foot growth is for your little one to go without shoes most of the time. This will allow his little bones and muscles to develop properly.
When he does wear shoes, fit is of the utmost importance. Do not buy shoes that are too small OR too big. They need to fit well in length as well as width. Shoes that are too small can cause problems such as hammer toe, and shoes that are too large can cause blisters. Support is important too, especially since most babies have flat feet until their arch shows up sometime between 2 and 3 years old.
2007-08-08 04:50:41 · answer #1 · answered by Shannon 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The most important thing is to buy shoes that fit well. If the wide shoes fit then buy them, but if they are too wide that's not good for your son and he is more likely to get blisters from shoes that don't fit. I've never heard of a child getting a bunion, ususally you get them when you are older.
2007-08-08 04:43:00 · answer #2 · answered by kat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as his shoes are professionally fitted every time, there shouldn't be a problem. The fitters will make sure the width is adequate.
2007-08-08 04:45:08 · answer #3 · answered by helly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is better to be safe than sorry. I would buy the wide as long they aren't too loose.
2007-08-08 04:39:52 · answer #4 · answered by Okay.... 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋