How to Buy Kids Shoes

Kids don't really enjoy shopping for shoes, but at the rate they outgrow them, regular purchases are a must. Since they can't always tell you that shoes are getting too small, checking their little feet regularly is essential. Plan ahead to remove some of the nightmare elements of shopping for kids' shoes.Step1Check the child's feet in each pair of shoes, feeling their toes. Make sure they aren't hitting the ends of the shoe. If the child can talk, ask them if their shoes hurt at all.Step2Take the child shoe shopping in the afternoon or evening. You'll get a truer sense of the correct shoe size at this time since feet swell later in the day.Step3Have your child's foot measured at a store to get sizing accurate.Step4Avoid spending too much on trendy or specialty shoes for kids. At the rate they grow, you'll be spending a lot over the course of a year.Step5Visit a children's shoe store for specialized help and a larger variety of options under one roof. This will be especially helpful if your child is irritable and easily distracted when trying on shoes.Step6Choose shoes with ties, velcro or another form of fastening. Avoid slip on or backless shoes.Step7Look for shoes with a pattern or textured sole. They provide traction, which prevents slipping.
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