Many kids are able to continue to use their barefoot shoes for casual sport play! Our personal favorites are the:

• Vivobarefoot Primus Trail for all outdoor sports
• and Xero Prio for indoor sports!

But here are some more options for specific sports.

• Hiking
  • Vivobarefoot Primus Trail
  • Xero Z Trail (hiking sandal)

• Baseball/Soccer
  • NaturAthletics cleats
  • Vivobarefoot Primus Trail (outdoor)
  • Bgreater Trainers

• Basketball/Court Sports
• Xero Prio
• Vivobarefoot Primus Sport
• Lems Primal 2 (big kids sizes)

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Sonja, a professional shoe fitter in the UK, recommends the following timetable as a rough guide for when to check your kids’ shoes:

• “First walkers – every four to six weeks.
• Toddlers and preschoolers – every six to eight weeks.
• Primary school aged children – every three to four months.
• Secondary school aged children – every five to six months.”

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But it’s important to remember that shoes bear the brunt of all our activities – we really put them through the wringer standing, running, hiking, and playing on the rough ground in them. Dirt, scuffs, and wear are a natural part of using shoes.

Depending on how your child moves and their preferred activities you might experience wear more or less quickly than others, and there are always a few duds in the might mix that break down prematurely. So while we’ve done our best to accurately test and review the shoes here, it’s always possible you have a different experience.

If the main concern for you is the cost of having to replace shoes, check out My Favorite Budget Barefoot Shoes for Kids for a lower cost entry point.

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That means you can safely pass down barefoot shoes to multiple children until they completely fall apart!

If you are concerned about fungus or bacteria, simply hand wash the shoes with vinegar and/or baking soda than dry them thoroughly (I use a vent dryer).

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If your kiddo needs to dress up for a special event, but you don’t want them to complain constantly about being uncomfortable – barefoot dress shoes for kids is the answer! Or maybe your child needs color, sparkle, and glitz in their life – these brands look fancy, but feel comfortable for little feetsies. Here are some of our favorites:

• Vivobarefoot – Black mary janes and lace ups in sizes US ANYASREVIEWS15 for 15% off
• Little Love Bug Company– Affordable and cute options for ballet flats and oxfords
• Ten Little – We like their mary janes and ballet flats!

Click here for a full list of Barefoot Dress Shoes for Kids

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Yes! You don’t have to sacrifice your budget for foot health. Here are my top 3 picks for affordable barefoot shoes for kids.

• Splay Shoes – ANYASREVIEWS for 10% off. Read my Splay reviews here
• Saguaro
• Whitin
• Origo Shoes – ANYA for 10% off
• Cior Water Sandals

Read more about these in my Best Barefoot Shoes for Kids article!

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The beautiful thing about kids wearing barefoot shoes is that most of them don’t need to transition. Their feet came equipped with everything they need to support themselves! And because they haven’t yet spent years in restrictive footwear that ability is usually still available to them. Most children are able to start wearing barefoot shoes without skipping a beat.

If your child is older and has already been using supportive, heeled footwear (especially for athletics) then they may need more time to adapt to barefoot shoes. Sore feet and legs at the end of the day after wearing barefoot shoes are an indication they need to take it more slowly. For my best transition advice, check out the FAQ on How To Transition To Barefoot Shoes.

If your child is needing a transition period, check out these Kids Transition Barefoot Shoe Brands:

• Joe Nimble
• Lems – Not technically kids sizes, but the smallest size is Men’s 3/Women’s 4.5 which is about an EU 34.

Otherwise, you can start checking out barefoot shoe options for kids.

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And even then you don’t need to rush in with arch support if they still have flat feet. As long as your child has no diagnosed musculoskeletal issues and is developing normally it’s best to let them use their feet so their muscles and tissues can strengthen naturally.

Bernie Landels’ book Finding Their Feet is a great place to learn all about a child’s developing foot.

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Here are my best practices for measuring kids’ feet:

• Measure twice just in case.
• Measure both feet and order based off the larger foot.
• Measure in the evening when feet are largest.
• For wiggly kids or very young kids, it can be helpful to tape your paper to the floor.
• Make sure your child is standing and putting their weight on the foot you are measuring.
• If you plan on having them wearing socks, make sure you measure with the socks on.
• Add about 15-17mm to foot length to find the internal shoe length you should aim for (plan on less than sandals, and more for boots)

Below is a video that explains two ways to measure your child’s feet. I like the wall method best because it is most accurate, but I usually do both to compare.

Once you have your measurements, read this FAQ on how to use a size chart to select a size!

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• Amazon – This is one of the only places I’ve found toe socks for kids
• Plus12 – My boys don’t like toe socks, but they love these anatomical socks! You can also order Plus12 from Wildling Shoes
• Magical Shoes – 99% Merino wool socks with a wide toe box and non-skid bottom. Use code ANYA for 10% off
• Foot Buddy – Tube socks with no heel cup and relaxed toe box. Use code ANYAS15 for 20% off

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The options for barefoot shoes for big kids are getting better all the time. Here’s some of our favorite brands that bridge the gap between little kid and adult sizes.

• Be Lenka – Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off (returns are only accepted from within the EU and USA). If you are outside the US, shop Be Lenka EU here. You can also find Be Lenka at Anya’s Shop! To learn more, read my Be Lenka Kids Review
• Freet – Sizes EU 30-36. Get 15% off with my code AnyaFreet. Read my Freet Review
• Magical Shoes – Size EU 18-35. Use code ANYA for 10% off.
• Mukishoes – Sizes EU 24-35. Use code ANYAMUKI for 5% off
• Origo Shoes – Sizes 8T-4Y. Use code ANYA for 10% off.
• PaperKrane – Sizes EU 16-42. ANYA10 for 10% off
• Softstar Shoes – Sizes infant-Youth 4
• Sole Runner – Sizes EU 25-35
• Splay Shoes – Sizes US 8C-M13. Read my splay review here! Get 10% off with code ANYASREVIEWS
• Tikki – Sizes EU 19-39. Read my Tikki review here
• Tadeevo – Size EU 31-36. Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off
• Vivobarefoot – Sizes US 5C-6Y. Use code ANYASREVIEWS15 for 15% off
• Wildling Shoes – Sizes EU 19-35. Read my Wildling Reviews here. Use code AWN_ANYA_S for a one time free shipping offer. If you are outside the US/Canada, use this Wildling Shoes link.
• Xero Shoes – Sizes US kids 12- 4Y
• Zuna Shoes (US only) – Sizes US 12-4Y. Read the Zuna review here

For a full list of options in big kid sizes, click here!

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Yes! Heavy, heeled, clunky rain boots can be a thing of the past with these foot-friendly options. The following options are all barefoot-friendly rubber boots for kids, but keep in mind that some have a slightly tapered toe box. Bundgaard and Ten Little have the most foot shaped kids rubber rain boots right now.

• Wildling Ranidae – The same rain boot we love for adults, also comes in kids sizes! You can get a one-time free shipping offer with code AWN_ANYA_S. If you’re outside the US/Canada, shop Wilding Shoes here.
• Be Lenka Pudds – At just $55 and with an excellent wide toe box, these are a great rubber rain boot for kids! Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off. If you are outside the US, shop Be Lenka EU here.
• Koel – These wellies also have a great toe box shape and are a good choice. We carry these at Anya’s Shop in the US!
• Saguaro – Sizes EU 24-34. Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 15% off
• Reima – Use code ANYA15 for 20% off your first purchase
• Bisgaard – All zero drop except “Rain” model.
• Bundgaard rubber boots – All these wellies are zero drop except the Sailor boots. Customers outside the US can order directly from Bundgaard.
• Oaki Rain Boots – Rubber boots are zero drop, neoprene boots are not.
• Original Hunter Classic
• Ten Little – Toddler/little kid sizes US 6-13. Read the review here

Find a more complete list of kids waterproof barefoot shoes below! It also includes tips for waterproofing and sealing any barefoot shoes.

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Does your child wear a uniform with strict shoe requirements? Check out this list of barefoot shoes in all-black and all-white to wear with a school uniform.

All Black Shoes

• Bar3foot – Sizes EU 20 – 32 – Get 10% off your first order with code ANYASREVIEWS
• BGreater – Sizes UK i3-j6. Affordable and has a patent mary jane option
• Be Lenka – Sizes EU 26-40 – Durable with a very wide toe box. Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off. If you are outside the US, shop Be Lenka EU here.
• Conker Shoes – Sizes UK 1-5.5. Be sure to choose a barefoot sole. Each pair includes a free half size stretching service and are also resoleable and repairable.
• Feelgrounds – Sizes EU 24-37
• Freet – Sizes EU 30-36. Get 15% off with my code AnyaFreet
• Froddo – Sizes EU 27-38. Get 10% off your first order with code ANYASREVIEWS
• Magical Shoes – Sizes up to EU 29. Use code ANYA for 10% off.
• Muris Brand – Sizes EU 28-35. Mary Janes and Sneakers. Use code ANYA10 for 10% off
• PaperKrane – Sizes EU 19-42. Several all black styles! Use code ANYA10 10% off
• Splay Shoes – Sizes US 8C-13M. Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 10% off. Read my Splay Reviews
• Softstar Shoes – Sizes US 6C-5Y
• Sole Runner – Sizes EU 25-35
• Vivobarefoot – Sizes US 5C-6Y. Use code ANYASREVIEWS15 for 15% off
• Wildling Shoes – Sizes EU 23-35. Tanuki Umi and Flying Fox. Read my Wildling Reviews here. Use code AWN_ANYA_S for a one time free shipping offer. If you live outside the US/Canada, shop Wildling Shoes here.
• Xero Shoes Prio – Sizes US 12-4
• Zeazoo – Sizes EU 18-36. Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off.

All White Shoes

• Origo Shoes – Sizes US 8T-4Y. Use code ANYA for 10% off.
• Be Lenka – Sizes EU 26-40 – Durable with a very wide toe box. Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off
• Muris Brand – Sizes EU 28-35 – Use code ANYA10 for 10% off
• Softstar Shoes – Sizes US 6C-5Y (custom option)
• Ten Little – Sizes US 4C-13. Read my Ten Little review here

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Babies should be kept barefoot as much as possible. But when it comes time to find your baby shoes, keep an eye out for options that are very soft, flexible, and thin so baby can sense the world through their feet. They have no need for shoes with any structure!

Fortunately, many baby shoes are already barefoot approved so you don’t need to be limited to my list. Once you know what to look for you can pass on any options that are not totally soft and flexible!

But here are a few of our baby and toddler barefoot shoe brands:

• Softstar Shoes (US)
• Starry Knight Design (US)
• Zutano Booties (US)
• Jack & Lily (US)
• Posh Panda (CA)
• Robeez (US & CA)
• PaperKrane (AU) – ANYA10 for 10% off
• Magical Shoes (EU) – Sizes EU 18 and up. Use code ANYA for 10% off
• Tikki Shoes (EU) – Sizes EU 18 and up
• Zeazoo Kids (EU) – Sizes EU 16 and up. Use code ANYASREVIEWS for 5% off
• Wildling Shoes (EU) – Sizes EU 18 and up. Use code AWN_ANYA_S for a one time free shipping offer. If you live in the US/Canada, shop Wildling Shoes here.

Looking for winter boots for littles? Here are my top picks for keeping tiny feet dry without weighing them down:

• Jan & Jul (US & CA) – Stay-Put Winter Booties for babies, Toasty-Dry Booties for toddlers (remove heel lift on insole to be zero drop)
• Jack & Lily (US)
• Wildling Shoes (EU)
• Stonz (CA) – Waterproof covers with optional fleece linings. Code ANYASREVIEWS10 for 10% off

For a list of our personal favorites, read the Best Barefoot Shoes for Babies and Toddlers article

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It’s also normal for young children to have flat feet, and shouldn’t be a cause for concern unless they are having pain or dysfunction. If you’re concerned about your child’s development, see a physician.

Further Reading:
The Best Barefoot Shoes for Kids
The Barefoot Kids Shoes FAQ

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