With two kids, I've already tried quite a few shoe brands over the past four years. It's no secret that I love kids shoes (who doesn't-they're tiny and adorable!) and I wanted to share my favorites with you. I've found that pediped are the best shoes for kids and I'm sharing why today, along with a giveaway!
Thanks to pediped for sending us these adorable shoes!
The Best Shoes for Kids
When I buy shoes for my kids, there are a few things I always look for. First, I want them to be functional and benefit my kids' feet. It's no secret that some shoes are better for this than others. No matter what, I always buy shoes with flexible soles. Kids' feet develop best if they can walk barefoot, but that's not really plausible most of the time. pediped's shoes are the next best thing to bare feet!
pediped Originals
Lincoln's wearing a pair of the Originals, which are pediped's best shoes for beginning walkers. They feature a soft, flexible leather sole that's also slip-resistant. I picked the Cliff Navy/Sky style because they match just about everything he wears!
The shoes are super breathable which is important for these upcoming hot summer days. I love the care pediped puts into each shoe, with patented hand-stitching on each shoe!
Lincoln is 15 months old and he started walking right around his first birthday. He's really into climbing everything and running around the park. Our pediped Originals are the best for this because they're really flexible. They allow him to bend his foot as it would naturally. Plus, his feet are protected from hot playground equipment and wood chips!
I love that pediped shoes are recommended by podiatrists and pediatricians. It gives me comfort knowing I'm giving my kids the best start by supporting their feet with great shoes.
pediped Originals are available from newborn size to about 24 months. Lincoln is wearing a 18-24 month. I used the handy size chart on pediped's website to figure out what size would be best for him. He's got a little room to grow in these, which will be perfect since his feet seem to grow so fast!
Because pediped has the best shoes for kids, Lincoln also has two other pairs. We bought him the Norm Grey Originals for a wedding last fall and he still wears them on a regular basis. They're perfect for dressy or casual occasions. We've also got a pair of the Grip 'n' Go style for when he's gotten used to walking in shoes for awhile. The next pair we buy for Lincoln will probably be a sandal. I love shoes, can you tell? 😉
pediped also carries adorable baby and toddler girl styles. I almost wish we were having another girl so I could buy some! Luckily I do still get to buy girly shoes, though. Our daughter Harper turns four in May and we buy pediped shoes for her, too.
pediped Flex
Her newest pair are from pediped's new spring line! These are the Flex® Canyon in Ocean, and I LOVE the bright colors. Harper is very sure-footed but it's so nice to have a pair of sandals with a closed toe-box.
These sandals are very flexible. She's able to climb everything and has great grip with the rubber sole.
With all the climbing she does (and this girl has no fear!) I like knowing that she's in lightweight shoes. She has great confidence and the shoes are easy for her to put on and take off.
Another bonus to the Flex line is that they're machine washable and water safe. Harper LOVES puddles. I think there are magnets in her feet for them, to be honest. With these sandals, she can splash around in the puddles and I can just toss them in the washer when we get home. AND, they're vegan-friendly!
Harper also has a pair of pediped Flex athletic shoes that she loves. You can see my full review of them here if you're on the market for great every day shoes.
pediped has such a huge variety of shoes for newborns all the way up to youth size six. We will be buying these shoes for years to come! You can check out their entire new spring/summer line on their website. You can purchase shoes directly or from Amazon.
WIN IT: We're giving away one pair of pediped shoes to a lucky reader! Winner will choose the size and whether the shoes are for a boy or a girl.
Open to the US only, ages 18 and up. Ends on April 20th at 11:59 PM EST.
Enter using the Giveaway Tools form below. Good Luck!
Disclaimer: I, Amber, received two pairs of pediped shoes in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. Amazon links are affiliate links. One winner will be randomly selected using the Giveaway Tools random selector and notified via email. Once notified, the winner will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest or Google. Void where prohibited.
Darcy Koch says
Grip n Gro Force Surfer blue are the pair I love.
Ariana Gomez says
The Original Cliff in Navy or grey both color are great
Allie Reno says
I would love the flex canyon teal orange! My kiddo would love these!
Karen Moore says
Love the Grip 'n' Go Joshua Brown
Kristen says
I like the Jay in brown with cute red laces.
Susan Biddle says
I would love the Flex Force navy/orange sneakers for my son!!
Bonnie esken says
I like the Maggie white sandals , you don't see that style in stores
Kelly S says
For my granddaughter, I love the Flex Becky Black Floral or the Flex Bree Denim. For my grandson, the Flex Gehrig Black/Lime or the Flex Norm Navy. 🙂
Roxy K says
Love the baby Troy Blue ?
Deborah D says
I like the FLEX® BEVERLY BLACK
Fiona Macleay Marshall says
I love the Flex Becky Black Floral thank you
Jennifer Sparks says
I love the pediped flex. They are really great (the sandals) for water play too.
Dandi D says
My favorite shoes are the FLEX® MINNIE LILAC.
Barb Lucas says
For my grandson O. He wouldn't care what king of shoes. He would just love a new pair
Rosanne Clark says
grip n go pink floral or flex renegade pink - so hard to decide 🙂 thank you for the chance
mami2jcn says
I love the grip n go Sabine sandals.
Jen B says
I think my daughter would like the Flex® Dakota Fuchsia the best
Amber Ludwig says
I LOVE the FLEX® STINGRAY BLUE/ORANGE!! They are perfect for summer fun!!
Kate O'Brien says
I like the Flex Stingray in Blue/Lime.
Kristi Blazewick says
I think I love the Leah Rainbow shoes the most...but then again the flex canyon ocean ones are nice too....gaaaahhh...>_< ...I love cute little shoes!!
Dana Rodriguez says
I like the baby boy's Harvey shoes.
Joye Rast says
The Flex Channing in black would be great for my grandson for school.
Angela P says
I like the Flex®
Force Navy/Orange for my son that kid is growing way too fast
Kelly Kennedy says
I love the Original Jake in navy
Jamie S says
I love the FLEX style, and I would love to have the Sidra Lavender or the Sahara Purple Swirl for some summer shoes.
Francine Long says
I think this might be my favorite pair - FLEX® CANYON CHOCOLATE/YELLOW = for my grandson - look comfortable, attractive and yet rugged. And his favorite color is yellow!
LeAnn Harbert says
I like the Originals Bonnie Pink for my granddaughter.
Francine Long says
Gaaa - so frustrated - why can't I locate the Top Mommy Blogger buttons on either of your Blog pages? Am I blind?
Amanda Alvarado says
I like the Flex Angie Silver shoes - of course there's not much of a selection now that dd's foot has gotten so big! LOL BTW where is the button to vote?? I don't see it on either of your all's pages!
Cathleen King says
I like FLEX ESTELLA PINK.
Kim W. says
I like the Flex Stingray Navy/Pink. It would be a great shoe for summer, while also providing support, like a sneaker!
sandra says
I love the Flex Canyon Teal/Orange
MARIBEL F says
I like the grip and go Joshua in brown
Katy says
I'm in love with their Flex Maggie in Grenadine. The white sole and red strap sandal would be perfect for our three year old daughter!
Angelica Dimeo says
I like the FLEX® STINGRAY NAVY/PINK they would be perfect for my daughter
Gaye McGill says
I love the Flex® Sahara Sky!
Tracy Snyder says
Briana would love the FLEX® GEHRIG PURPLE/LILY. She loves the color purple and she loves flowers.
Cynthia C says
I like the Flex®
Nikki Fuchsia
julia m says
i love the Stingray Navy/Pink. they are great to start school in August for my little girl.
ReggieMann says
My favorite is the Flex® Minnie Raspberry
Thomas Gibson says
I really like the GRIP 'N' GO™ JAY BROWN.
Carolsue says
My son would love the Flex® Navigator Navy/Yellow sandals
Cami says
Originals light gray, so cute!
Mia says
I like the toddler boys grip n go in the force navy/orange.
Sheryl Holden says
canyon big kid shoes for boys and girls
Hannah Avery says
I like the grip n go' in nikki white in size 6.5.
gloria patterson says
I want all the baby shoes!!!! If I have to pick at this moment it would be Originals® Louisa Pink Floral
They are so cute
Debra S says
I have a "bigger" boy here who needs new shoes all the time since he really DOES wear his out fast, since he is always on the go go go... I'm amazed. I think he would go for the "flex" ones.. they would be secure for all running and biking..
DENISE LOW says
I like the Grip and go cliff white/blue for toddlers. Thank you for the entry.
Tami Vollenweider says
I like the Grip & Go Daisy White Multi Sandals!
courtney hennagir says
I love the flex Minnie Ocean shoes! They are fun and look comfy.
Deidre Mills says
Grip 'n' Go
Force Silver/Lime for my toddler <3
Dawn Monzu says
I would love to have the FLEX® SAHARA FUCHSIA/LAVENDER. My granddaughter would love them! My daughter just moved from Alaska to Texas! Quite a difference in climates. My granddaughter definitely needs some summer shoes. haha
Kari says
I love grip and go navy for my little guy
Janine Hwang says
I love the Allyson pink berry grab n go sandals
Victoria Scott says
I really like the Originals® Grayson Charcoal or the Grip 'n' Go™ Cliff White/Blue for my son 🙂
Jo-Ann Brightman says
I love the Originals Bonnie Pink.
Kathy Pease says
I like the Originals®
Adrian Navy/Grey/Red
Melissa says
I like the Grip and Go Toddler Shoes - Joshua Brown 🙂
Dawn Schmidt says
Visited the site and I like the Flex® Renegade Navy/Red for my son
crystal frey says
I WOULD LOVE TO TRY THESE FOR MY DAUGHTER I DO LIKE THE ORIGINAL BONNIE INK