High-quality baby shoes

Looking for durable and comfortable baby shoes? At Junior Steps, we offer an exclusive collection of premium leather baby shoes that provide the best support for tiny feet.

Our high-quality leather baby shoes are not only stylish but also highly flexible and breathable. They are designed to promote natural foot development and offer a perfect fit for crawling babies and first walkers.

We collaborate with top brands like Rondinella, Zecchino d'Oro, Romagnoli, Ocra, and many more, known for their exceptional quality and craftsmanship. Each pair is carefully crafted from the finest materials to ensure your baby learns to walk comfortably and safely.

Visit our store in Zonhoven or shop online to discover our wide selection of durable and stylish baby shoes.

When Should You Buy First Walking Shoes?

Your little one is starting to pull themselves up on furniture and taking their first wobbly steps — a major milestone! But when is the right time to buy those important first walking shoes? In this blog, we explain it all clearly.

When Are First Walking Shoes Needed?

You should buy first walking shoes as soon as your child can pull themselves up to a standing position and begin taking steps along furniture (also known as "cruising"). This usually happens between 9 and 15 months, but every child develops at their own pace. From this moment on, they need shoes that protect, support, and help them learn to walk.

Important: Even if they aren’t walking independently yet, their feet already need support and protection during this stage.

Is your child not walking yet, but you still want to protect their feet? No problem!
We offer pre-walkers or practice shoes. These are extra soft shoes that don’t yet provide support (no reinforced heel counter), as your child isn’t fully standing on their own yet.
They mainly protect the feet and help your child get used to wearing shoes.

Why Is Timing So Important?

Children’s feet are still developing: bones are soft, and muscles are building strength. Good first walking shoes ensure that:

• The foot is properly supported without limiting natural movement.
• Muscles and balance develop in the best possible way.
• Feet are protected against hard, rough, or cold surfaces.

What are the key Features of Good First Walking Shoes?

When choosing first walking shoes, look for these features:

• Flexible, bendable sole: To allow natural foot movement and rolling.
• Firm heel support: To provide stability and balance.
• Lightweight design: Heavy shoes make learning to walk much harder.
• Breathable material: Such as soft natural leather, ideal for keeping little feet fresh and healthy.
• Secure closure: Laces are ideal because they allow the shoe to fit snugly around the foot.

And don’t forget: the right size! Children’s feet grow very quickly — make sure to have them measured professionally every 3 to 4 months.

Which Brands Offer the Best First Walking Shoes?

At Junior Steps, you’ll find top brands that meet all the key requirements: flexibility, proper support, and breathable materials.
Our best choices for those first steps include:

• Rondinella
• Zecchino D'oro
• Ocra
• Romagnoli
• Naturino
• Stones and Bones

And many more available on our webshop!

Why choose our leather baby shoes?

• High-quality and breathable materials for optimal comfort
• Flexible sole for natural foot development
• Perfect fit for growing baby feet
• Durable and stylish design

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