Early Walker - what kind of shoes?

shurjen

Hello!  Ellie started walking at 9 months.  So far, I haven't purchased any shoes because she is always inside.  Now since it is getting nice out we want to venture outside  But I need to have shoes for her so she doesn't hurt her feet.  Any suggestions on good shoes?  Are some better than others?  I know they need to be flexible and close to a bare foot experience (but with protection).  Any suggestions without breaking the bank?

MamaAllison

I LOVED DD's first shoes they were See Kai Run brand, you can get ones for not too bad on Amazon. They are perfect first walker shoes.

oliversmommy32912

I like Robeez (or Mini Stars which is the cheaper Target brand) because they are very close to bare feet. The only bad part is they aren't really water proof.

meg_2006

We did Robeez knock-offs for a little while, but he started walking in the winter so we were inside for everything.  For outdoors I'd go for something more protective, like Stride-Rites.  Just invest in 1 good pair.  It's worth it!

laurakaz13

Robeez and Pediped. 

Jen0204

Our favorite pairs are from Payless.  The Stride Rite ones they can yank off in 2 seconds.  We got these pink sneakers from Payless that have very flexible soles - you can bend the shoe completely in half - but the sneaker fits snug to their fee

FabulousMrs.P

Stride Rite makes great shoes for early walkers. They are flexible with good support and protect their feet.

skibunny59

We just bought a pair of stride rite sneakers for DD and although they were expensive I really love them and DD walks very well in them.  We also have Robeez but if they are outside at the park or something I think sneakers are better.

dairygirl19

I had a couple pairs of MudTurtles off etsy that were great. They were fine in summer, not that all that warm once fall hit. I got her some Circo brand tennis shoes and a pair of dressier shoes from Target. They lasted a long time, fit great, had decen

salt78

meg_2006:

For outdoors I'd go for something more protective, like Stride-Rites.  Just invest in 1 good pair.  It's w

lana22

we used stride rite made for early walkers and they were great.

secretsout

We took him to stride rite for his first pair of shoes.  They were able to measure his foot and tell us which shoe would be best for his stage. 

mnnice

stride rite are great! I would get one pair for running and playing so worth it!!

christinak22

meg_2006:

We did Robeez knock-offs for a little while, but he started walking in the winter so we were inside for everything.

aandg

I like Pediped and See Kai Run for early walkers. They both have great sales at the end of the season on their websites.

MrsT2008

If she's been walking for 3+ months, I imagine she's not really unsteady on her feet anymore, right?  Once they're up and moving around confidently, you can just get regular shoes.  We love Stride Rites.

melissa0726

Another vote for Stride Rite!  DD was also an early walker, and their shoes are great quality.  They are pricey, but she wore hers daily for 5 months (until she outgrew them),  and they are still in great shape.

beautiflaw

Our pedi recommended Stride Rite and Pedipeds first walkers. My daughter prefers the Pedipeds. We really liked the ones that are kind of like moccasins with the soft leather soles. You can actually get those from Target. We let her wear those indoors and

Mags683

I have tried several brands, and I have to say that Stride Rite is DEFINITELY worth it. My daughter work her pair of size 3 for about 6 months and they still l