Kids need shoes more for function and less for fashion. As kids’ feet grow fast, the need for new pairs of shoes is frequent. Parents try to save up buying new shoes too often by buying shoes two sizes larger...

Most households have pets – cats, dogs, birds and other tame and friendly animals. Having pets give us happiness, unconditional love, companionship and better health. However, many couples choose to forego having pets when babies come. But, keeping Fido and...

Selbstständige Kinder zu erziehen ist kein leichtes Unterfangen. Es ist ein komplexes Gemisch aus Zurückhaltung, Liebe, Verständnis, Unterstützung und Disziplin. Eltern würden am liebsten alles für ihre Kinder tun. Aber sie zu verwöhnen, alles für sie zu tun und sie...

Die richtige Pflege und Wartung der Füße Ihres Kindes ist wichtig. Sie trägt in hohem Maße zur Gesundheit, zum Glück und zum Erfolg Ihres Kindes im Leben bei. Fitte und starke Füße bedeuten uneingeschränkte Mobilität, eine bessere Haltung, mehr Selbstvertrauen...

Children’s active play has significantly decreased over the last few years. Unlike before, when raucous, sweaty and energetic kids outside were common to see, today playtime is spent engaging in more sedate activities. The reduced physical activity derived from play is ultimately...

Toddlers are notoriously picky eaters. They are already exploring different food tastes and developing preferences. Unfortunately, young children go for the sweet, rich, oily and generally unhealthy food choices. Calcium’s Role in Bone Building Calcium is a critical nutrient needed...

Aside from wearing orthotic shoes for children, proper first aid, and taking pain medication (when prescribed), is there no other treatment for flat feet in children? Well, there may not be a miracle cure for flat feet, but improving the...

“Sporty” kids’ activities have a wealth of benefits that go beyond just motor skills. Involvement in toddler sports makes for healthy exercise, socialisation, and learning sportsmanship and camaraderie. Take note though that kids who get into sports at a very...

Do all orthopedic shoes for children for flat feet treatment have the same features? If not, what are the basic things to look for to make sure one is purchasing a quality pair of orthopedic shoes for children? When flat...

Is there a cure for flat feet or fallen arches? Flat feet or what is known medically as pes planus, is a commonly misunderstood foot condition. If you’re a parent, you don’t necessarily have to worry about how to treat...