First steps

Not sure where to go for shoes now your little one is walking? Check these out!                 

                                                                                                    Pediped  
As seen on babies of celebrity mums like Heidi Klum, Marcia Cross, and Brooke Burke, Pediped footwear is made with premium-grade leather, foam insoles, and cushions to provide a comfortable fit, along with padded heels to absorb shock. The velcro fasteners make them quick and easy to put on when you're in a rush. Prices start at $44.95  

 

Moosebaby
How could you resist these funky MooseBaby Sporty shoes? Made from 100% soft, premium leather, these pre-walkers are designed for comfort protection and style! Easy to put on and not-so-easy for babies to take off, MooseBaby shoes are available at leading baby stores or direct from www.moosebaby.co.nz . Sizes range from small (0-6 months), medium (6-12 months), and large (12-18 months), and are priced at $24.99.  

 

Hoof
The team at Hoof were fed up with not being able to find funky, reasonably priced children's shoes that were still high-quality and hard-wearing, so they decided to manufacture their own! Hoof shoes have been around for two years now and they're getting cooler all the timeWe love Twista ($40) and Tootsie ($30), and there are heaps more styles and colours to choose from at www.hoof.co.nz.

 

 
Bobux
Check out the new indoor/outdoor shoe range from Bobux, i-Walk and i-Walk Junior. These soft leather shoes have flexible non-slip rubber soles and heel support. Natural leather uppers and linings allow feet to "breathe" with the inclusion of a flexible rubber sole that flex with the natural movement of a child's foot, as recommended by paediatricians. Get yours from www.bobux.co.nz in sizes 3 months to 4 years, priced from $56 to $65.