Proper care and maintenance of your child’s feet are important. It hugely contributes to your child’s health, happiness and success in life. Fit and strong feet means unrestricted mobility, better posture, enhanced confidence and limitless possibilities in life.  Your child’s...

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...

Shopping for your child’s shoes is certainly a pleasure. Parents naturally want the best for their children, and that includes the best shoe money can buy. But the most expensive and chicest pair aren’t always the best choice for your...

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...

Children’s orthotic shoes are not just for Summer and Spring. Our kids should have the privilege of wearing comfortable shoes that fit perfectly all year round. Fortunately, First Walkers has a new collection of children’s shoes online, ready for the...

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...

Are you running out of fun activities for kids? Kids like doing stuff that are for adults; it gives them a sense of entitlement or promotion. They also like creating things and watching their parents create. Nevertheless, it’s good to...

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...