Baby Girl Sandals

Which baby girl sandals are best for first steps?

For babies taking their first steps, it is very important to choose the right children’s sandals on summer days. We always wonder whether we need open, high-top, velcro or buckle sandals, white, navy, flexible, with non-slip soles. Here’s a little tip: you should measure your baby’s feet in centimetres to find the right size – not too large, not too small. It is also advisable to choose slightly high-top children’s sandals with a soft elastomer sole. In fact, her feet need support so that she doesn’t twist her ankle. For baby girl sandals, it is preferable to opt for white sandals that go with all clothing in all colours. Also, from the age of 2, for little princesses, you should choose white or navy sandals to wear with trousers, skirts and dresses in all colours.

A soft non-slip sole for baby girl sandals

A soft non-slip crepe sole is ideal, as children from the age of 2 run more than they walk. You should therefore avoid plastic sandals in particular! Plastic doesn’t allow the skin to breathe, causing the baby’s feet to perspire. Baby girl sandals become slippery on the inside and little feet can get injured, especially when walking.

Choosing the right size of baby girl sandals

Your child’s little feet grow quickly. Here are a few tips to make sure you choose the right sandal size for your child’s age.

The growth margin

This tip involves placing your child’s foot against a wall on a flat surface. It is necessary to press a book or other straight object against her longest toe and calculate the distance between her longest toe and her heel. Knowing this distance, the recommended growth margins are: ● For babies up to 2 years old, the growth margin should not exceed 1 cm, otherwise it will make walking difficult. ● For older children, a growth margin of between 1 cm and 1.5 cm is ideal for closed sandal models. ● For open sandals, it is recommended to choose a model with a growth margin not exceeding 1 cm.

The shoe size

As a general rule, your child’s feet grow a size every 3 months up to the age of 3. They then grow approximately one size every 6 months up to the age of 8. But since every child and every foot is different, there’s a little trick to make sure you have the right size: you should be able to hold about a thumb’s width behind the heel.

Choosing the right baby girl sandal model

To make the best choice of sandals for your little girl, you must make sure they meet certain characteristics.

Pleasant and flexible materials

Leather sandals are one of the best materials for children as it is flexible and allows the foot to breathe perfectly. The model should have at least one ankle strap and a reinforced toe area to ensure your child’s support in all her movements. ● A sturdy heel counter: ideally, the model you choose should have a sturdy heel counter, as this is the part of the shoe that wears out most quickly.

A non-slip sole

For your child to be able to move freely and safely on any surface, a non-slip sole is one of the essential characteristics when choosing the sandal model you’ll go for.

What types of sandals for your little girl?

There are two types of sandals. They are closed or open and differ by their respective design. To accompany children between 9 months and 24 months in their first steps, it is better to opt for closed sandals. The baby’s toes are well protected, as the baby can bump into obstacles. You should also opt for high-top sandals that can cover your baby’s ankles. This gives her support and stability for walking. It is wise to choose velcro sandals, where the degree of fastening is adjustable, and if she hasn’t yet mastered tying laces. Of course, open sandals are essential during the warmest months. You should leave aside the pair of trainers, the boots, and opt for summer sandals specially designed for little girls. Of course, the appearance of the feet should match the styles of clothing, accessories and colours. For older children from the age of 5, open sandals are more appropriate. Indeed, they feel more at ease in their daily activities with well-ventilated feet.

A high-quality sole ensures comfort in all circumstances

New technologies make it possible to create very lightweight yet resistant soles, which reduces the weight of the sandals. Your child is then very comfortable in her movements. The most common sole variants are: 1. Elastic foam (neoprene) soles: lightweight, ergonomic and non-slip 2. Cork sole: ergonomic and resistant, it ensures good foot development. The underside of these soles is generally covered with a layer of foam for optimal grip.

Why choose flexible sandals for baby girls?

From the characteristics above, we can see the main difference between an adult’s feet and a baby’s. Baby’s feet are more fragile and more likely to become deformed during development. Once your baby stands up and learns to walk, she needs shoes that offer protection and comfort. As a general rule, your baby will have flat feet due to the fat pads that still make up most of her arch. This will take its definitive natural shape at around 4 years of age. Before that age, flexible sandals without a plastic arch are ideal for your baby to provide great stability while walking. Flexible sandals or soft leather flip-flops for babies also give her feet enough room to keep her toes in constant movement. This is important for toe development. Flexible sandals with thin soles are particularly recommended to protect your baby’s feet on uneven terrain.

The specific features of flexible baby girl sandals

As the name suggests, a flexible sandal must be flexible in length, width and at the back. Concretely, it is a completely flexible sandal: ● In length, to allow your baby’s foot to flex naturally when walking and to support her development without forcing it. ● In width, as your baby’s foot mobility occurs in all directions. ● At the back, to protect against potential ankle injuries. In short, these are essentially flexible sandals that are perfectly suited to baby girls. Find your baby girl’s perfect pair of sandals right now in the Little Pirates collection.