For babies taking their first steps.
First steps are wobbly, unsteady, and full of tumbles. The right shoes should feel almost like barefoot - light, soft, and flexible - so nothing gets in the way of balance.
What to look for in First Walkers:
- Barefoot feel: ultra-light soles that bend at the ball of the foot.
- Non-slip safety: grippy soles to stop unnecessary falls.
- Easy on, easy off: Velcro or elastic straps (because no one wants a shoe battle).
Think of Stage 2 shoes as your baby’s “training wheels” - they give protection without holding little feet back.
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When your child starts taking independent steps (even a few wobbly ones), it’s time for shoes that protect their feet outside while letting them feel the ground.
Lightweight, non-slip, flexible soles that bend at the ball of the foot, plus secure fastenings (like Velcro) that are easy to put on and off.
Soft, breathable materials with flexible soles that bend easily, feeling more like socks than “real” shoes.
Brands who specialise in ranges of soft sole shoes such as Bobux Xplorers and Tip Toey Joey.