Do babies need shoes?

MrsBarkel2B

I keep seeing all these shoes for newborn babies and while they are cute I'm not sure I understand why you *need* them.  Is it just cause they're cute?  When do babies need shoes?

CalinsBride

No, I've heard they are a big waste of money. Socks are just fine, and then you'll want Robeeze.

grinsandgiggles

In the summer, no.  In the winter they are nice because they keep babies feet warmer than just a pair of socks.

Mauranda & Shane

No matter the age, everyone needs a great CUTE pair of shoes... 

HeyyRed

Shoes complete the outfit..... duhhhhh I'm going to have to practice my delivery of this to DH who will think I'm being indulgent.

HotDish!

They don't need them but I always had DD in shoes. I like the way that they look and they kept her feet warmer than just a pair of socks. She pulled Robeez off from day one and I got sick of constantly putting them back on.

thatgirlang

No, they don't need them. I have some newborn size shoes in DS's closet that are brand new and never worn. BUT I did put shoes on him before he needed them because he was in daycare and I noticed everyone else doing it. So, I cracked under the peer pressure.

volleydiva

I heard that they are a complete waste of money.  I think I read that in a baby bargains book (not sure).  I will probably have a few for special occasions, but other than that no.  Besides I am having a summer baby in ARIZONA!  lol. 

jason&robin

DS was in socks until he started standing and walking

Texasmommy

I wouldn't put shoes on my DS before he was cruising.  If it was cold out, he always had socks and a blanket.  I think most of them look so uncomfortable and too adult-like.  I think they look silly on babies - just my opinion   They are a waste of money unless you like to play dress up with your DC.

Robeez are great when they start cruising, as long as they start fairly young.  DS wore them for months and didn't ever pull them off.  He actually didn't ever go through that phase so I guess that's why   Around 11 months when he was really on the go our pedi suggested getting a good pair of stride rite shoes or similar because it helps keep their back aligned as they learn to balance.  I also heard to keep socks or Robeez type shoes on so they can feel the floor.  Before walking, they're for dress up if you go that route. GL  

Fluffy

Mine only ever wore socks unless he was in a sleeper, which he wore a lot since it was winter.

WaitingForMyMiracle

See: Baby Sneakers bit by the Target Lady.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhjbltgSN1A

 

 

Mary0913

Mauranda & Shane:

No matter the age, everyone needs a great CUTE pair of shoes... 

Amen!

sju

They don't really need them.  I guess if they start pulling their socks off then you would want to get a pair that is very soft if you must keep their feet covered like outside or if they go to daycare.

With that said, DS had several pairs of shoes (pretty soft) and my DD already has two super cute ones that my mom and aunt bought for her.   Anyway, DS wore socks most of the time until he started cruising and then we got Pedipeds.  I personally do not like Robeez.  Pedipeds are great.

miababy

I used to work for a shoe company and we highly advised against shoes for babies.  There feet are growing so fast and shoes can disform them (even if you can't tell by looking).  If you do get shoes, be sure to get the really soft ones that are more like thick sock material.  Do not get anything that is stiff.  Even when they are learning to walk, you don't want anything too stiff.  I have to say though, I love the little socks that look like shoes.  The mary jane ones are so cute!

Hotomale

Baby Bargains says "we suggest waiting to buy shoes until walking is firmly established'

I don't plan to buy any shoes right away, though my MIL said that she already bought a pair of pink tennis shoes, apparently they were soo cute she couldn't resist.  They're going to look really weird though if we have a boy... 

erino&chrish

I have heard "no".  I'm sure I'll get a pair from my shower that I can save.  If not, I'll probably buy a couple pairs to save as keepsakes since they are so darn cute!  Oh-he'll probably wear some cute little white shoes on Easter next year would be it.

amycoffey

RIght ON!! I agree..I just got a little pair of pink UGG's, as a gift!! SO CUTE! 

LoveEeyore

My DD is almost 15 months and doesn't wear shoes b/c she's not walking yet.  Pedi says until she's wlaking outside, she won't need them- barefoot is best.  That said, I do have a cute pair of soft-soled chucks that complete just about any outfit!  She'll wear them on occasion- but only b/c I don't want the sensation of shoes to be a total shock when they become necessary.

sveldey

As cute as the baby shoes are I can't justify them. The only new outfit that we are buying for the baby is the one to bring he/she home from the hospital, other than that my sister has every outfit a baby could ever wear already from sailor to camo to princess to firefighter to formal wear. I don't plan on buying shoes for any occasion until walking is eminent, but I don't want to be responsible for baby shoes that are likely to get lost.  If it's cold out the baby will be wearing socks inside of the footie sleeper to keep warm, as much as any infant shoes are going to. I do however love the socks that look like shoes, and look forward to those.

KSimone619

babies should learn to walk WITHOUT shoes to develop a proper arch, and to avoid sensory aversions