Ive seen a lovely little pair of pink converse which i'd love to get my baby. She is only six months old so is not walking yet but likes to stand up a lot, with a little help. Do you think it is silly to put shoes on her yet? Obviously she wouldn't wear them all the time, only when we go out, but I don't want to hurt her feet.
2007-11-29 01:17:39 · 34 answers · asked by Serry's mum 5 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Yes, put shoes on her! Our daughter has the same shoes you are talking about and many other pairs LOL.
My Mom told me to put shoes on her from the get-go when we are out of the house. She didn't put shoes one me at all when I was a baby until I was over one year old and had been walking for awhile ... I was miserable! And I walked funny for about 2 months until I got used to shoes. So she told me that I have to get the baby used to shoes right away!
We started her out wearing shoes immediately, we have a few pairs of the Robeez shoes and booties and a pair of Converse Chuck Taylors (for Daddy). She has no problem with wearing them in the car or stroller or baby carrier.
2007-11-29 03:20:58 · answer #1 · answered by Alberta Mama 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
My son is six months old this week and he has yet to wear shoes. I got over 20 pair at the baby shower and donated all but a couple pair that were cute. Babies that age have no use for shoes and hard soles are bad for babies, they need to be able to feel the ground. For special occasions, sure, put them on for looks but other than that I find shoes for babies utterly useless.
2007-11-29 01:47:04 · answer #2 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a 3 month old little girl and I've given her a few pairs of shoes. One thing you might want to consider is the type of shoe you get there are types of shoes that mold to the baby's feet and have a cushion with them that dosent stunt the growth of your baby's feet. I just buy my child regular shoes but make sure their not tight fitting (get them with wiggle room). Though, at this age there mostly just for looks when she goes out to the store, also now that its winter it also helps to keep her socks on her feet and gives them that extra warmth. I believe it would be perfectly fine if you buy her those shoes.
2007-11-29 01:44:16 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think just soft almost sock-like shoes for kids that aren't walking yet and then a good pair of shoes when they do to shape the feet properly, otherwise they can end up with flat feet and walk with their feet turned in or out
2007-11-29 01:22:18 · answer #4 · answered by fancypants 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't need proper shoes for babies until they are walking outside apparently.But our baby started walking with holding our hand at around 9 months, she also crawled a lot so we got her the first shoes for crawlers & walkers.They helped her a lot-so when your baby is ready i definately recommend you go to clarks.
But before she could walk we put shoes & boots on her feet, it didn't hurt as they were only on for short periods, mostly for show & she didn't walk in them.Just press your thumb down at the toe part , as long as you can get your thumb in theres plenty of room.
2007-11-30 09:06:20 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a son who will be 6 months tomorrow (yay!) and I purchased several pairs of shoes for him. They're really just to make him look cute when we go out, and since they were purchased on sale, I have no problems with it. I felt bad one day when we were at the mall and I could see his little sock covered feet sticking out of his stroller. So we purchased our first pair that day. A few days later, I went to darlingshoes.com, where they were having a sale, and purchased 6 pairs of shoes for about $12 total (not including s&h), which will last him throughout his first year of life.
It's not silly, and it wont' hurt her feet, but when she learns to start walking, it's best to keep her feet bare when you're indoors. Also stick to soft soled shoes instead of the sneakers with thick rubber soles.
2007-11-29 01:26:23 · answer #6 · answered by Astragalo 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I only put shoes on my 7 1/2 month old when we go outside now that it is cold. When I get to the daycare, I take them off so he is comfy for rolling around. He doesn't crawl or anything yet, but outside I don't want his feet to get clod from the wind in between his socks.
2007-11-29 01:45:55 · answer #7 · answered by RearFace@18mo. 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The best thing to do is to get some advice from Clarks or somewhere - they will tell you what is best. When my daughter was a similar age she just wore those fabric shoes - no hard edges, like little trainers or slippers or whatever they are. Keeps their feet warm and doesn't restrict growing. They grow so quick at this age you're right to be careful!
2007-11-29 01:21:37 · answer #8 · answered by JoJi 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋
It's true that you shouldn't put snug hard soled shoes when they are infants, however... you won't be putting them on her all of the time. If it is just a few hours while you go out every now and then, it will be just fine. Just don't put shoes on her while she is at home... it is better for learning to walk to only wear socks or something similar.
2007-11-29 01:29:56 · answer #9 · answered by Holy Macaroni! 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
It's not necessary at her age but you know what they are really cute so why not! I have an 8 month old and she has been wearing cute shoes that match her dress every Sunday they are just for looks and it doesn't hurt her so why not! Have fun with them they grow up way too fast
2007-11-29 01:49:06 · answer #10 · answered by kimberly b 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋