When it comes to first steps, one of the most frequently asked questions is: "When should I buy my first shoes?" The answer, surprising to many, is that shoes aren't necessary until the child begins to walk on his or her own. During the crawling phase, the baby's feet need to be able to explore the world freely. Feeling the ground, building strength, and improving balance: all of this happens naturally only when the child is barefoot.
Walking barefoot is a real workout. Every surface stimulates the foot, strengthens the muscles, and helps develop proprioception, the ability to sense the ground and maintain balance. Putting on shoes too early limits these stimuli and risks slowing down the path to safe walking.
The right time to buy your child's first shoes is when they take their first independent steps, both indoors and outdoors, and need protection from the ground. Shoes should be a lightweight and discreet ally, not a constraint. A healthy first shoe should be soft, flexible, and lightweight, with a thin sole and a wide toe box that allows for free movement of the toes. Materials are also crucial: natural leather, breathable linings, and comfortable insoles ensure comfort all day long.
To accompany your baby with gentleness and protection, Walkey offers models designed specifically for this unique phase: flexible, lightweight, soft and safe, designed to respect the natural rhythm of each step.
