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Why choose barefoot footwear for my children?

Why choose barefoot footwear for my children? Barefoot footwear, also known as “minimalist footwear, respectful footwear, or zero drop footwear”, is a type of respectful shoe that mimics the sensation of walking barefoot, providing minimal cushioning and support. Unlike traditional shoes, which have a raised heel and a lot of cushioning and support, minimalist or barefoot shoes have a low heel and allow the feet to work naturally, without restrictions. Another important point to consider is that minimalist or barefoot Read more…

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Tips for Cleaning and Keeping the Insoles of your Barefoot Shoes in Good Condition

Tips for Cleaning and Keeping the Insoles of your Barefoot Shoes in Good Condition The insoles of your barefoot shoes are a fundamental part to ensure comfort and durability with every step you take. However, over time and with constant use, it’s natural for them to accumulate dirt and bad odor. That’s why in this article we will provide you with some useful tips to clean and maintain your insoles in optimal conditions, thus ensuring a more hygienic and comfortable Read more…

How much does a baby’s foot grow?

Babies’ feet are not fully formed when they are born but develop with growth. In the first months of life, the sole of the foot is surrounded by a layer of fat, which does not reveal the shape of the foot or the plantar arch. Each bone in the foot ossifies at a different age, for example, the calcaneus has its ossification nucleus at birth, however, the…

Respectful Baby Shoes and First Steps.

RESPECTFUL BABY SHOES AND FIRST STEPS. Crawling or walking are maturation processes, and there’s little point in trying to speed them up. Except in isolated cases, we have no reason to doubt that the child will walk on their own without the help of any shoe. If we use shoes with reinforcements to support the body’s weight, we are limiting the development of the muscles of babies’ feet and ankles. Do we put wristbands on them when they start crawling? Read more…

HOW DO OUR BABIES’ FEET EVOLVE?

Both the feet and legs undergo a natural evolution in the early years of life. Let’s see how it is: Both the feet and legs undergo a natural evolution in the early years of life. Let’s see how it is: During growth, each bone in the foot ossifies at a different age. The calcaneus has its ossification nucleus at birth, however, others like the talus do not finish ossifying until 10-11 in girls and 12-13 in boys. You have all the information in: “Babies’ feet: care, evolution, and footwear” From their first steps until they are 2 years old, the usual position of the legs is…

How to measure your little one’s foot

To choose the right size for your little one, in addition to the length, the width is also important so that their toes can move freely. For this: 1st Place a sheet of paper on the floor and have your little one stand on it. 2nd Draw the outline of the feet by holding the pencil at a 90º angle. 3rd Measure the length (from the longest toe to the heel) and the width….

Does my little one have “Fin” foot?

Have you ever heard of fin foot? Yes, I know, another thing to consider when buying respectful shoes, but it’s better to know to choose the ones that best fit their cute feet.

Have you ever bought the right size for your little one’s feet but they flop when walking? That’s because…

Types of Feet

When we delve into the world of barefoot footwear, we start reading terms that sound like “Chinese” to us and we find ourselves overwhelmed with so much information. With this post, I want to help you know what type of feet your little one has, so it’s easier for you to buy children’s footwear, well, and for adults too! You have probably heard of wide, medium, and narrow feet, but how do you know? The first thing that…

Transition to barefoot footwear

Transition to barefoot footwear Not strengthening your feet when switching to minimalist shoes is like wearing a cast for years and then not doing physiotherapy when you take it off. If you’re looking for the path to foot health, you need to think about more than just wearing barefoot shoes; you also need to strengthen the foot muscles. It’s important to remember that transitioning to barefoot footwear should be gradual and careful. Starting to wear barefoot shoes abruptly can increase Read more…