Choosing the right shoe for every walking stage
Pre-walkers: soft-soled and flexible, made for feet that are still crawling, cruising and finding their balance. Try Bobux Go Xplorer (S$68) or Tip Toey Joey Dolly Mary Janes, from EU19.
First walkers: more structure and grip for children taking their first independent steps. Our first walker range includes Bobux Step Up (S$92), Biomecanics Biogateo (S$79.90 to S$89.90) and Tip Toey Joey baby sneakers, sandals and Mary Janes (S$69 to S$89).
Confident walkers: built for children who are already running, climbing and exploring, with durable soles for everyday play. Choose from Biomecanics Bioevolution, KEEN, Pediped, Native, Old Soles and Tip Toey Joey, in sizes up to EU36.
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FAQ about Shopping Kids' Shoes by Stage
Choose a soft-soled pre-walker such as Bobux Go Xplorer (EU19 to EU22) or Tip Toey Joey Dolly Mary Janes (EU20 to EU23). These are designed for crawling and cruising, not for supporting independent steps.
Pre-walkers are cruising along furniture or crawling and not yet walking unaided. First walkers are taking their early independent steps, often wobbly and needing extra support. Confident walkers are already walking, running and climbing steadily on their own.
No. Pre-walker shoes should have a soft, flexible sole so your child can feel the ground and build balance, similar to being barefoot but with a bit of protection.
Once your child is walking steadily without support and is on the move most of the day, confident walker shoes with sturdier soles and more structure are usually the better fit.
Yes. First shoes make a lovely gift for a first birthday or a baby's first steps. Choose gift wrapping on the product page before you add the pair to your cart.