Are you expecting a baby and the due date is in winter? Surely you have long been completing a layette for your little one. Clothes, stroller, crib are things you need to think about early. Did you also remember to buy shoes for your newborn? Although winter walks are usually quite short, feet without protection can get cold during this time. Check out what shoes to choose for your toddler.

Dressing a baby for a walk in winter is quite a stress for many parents, both novice and experienced. The baby's skin is very delicate and does not yet have a thick fatty layer to protect it from the cold. In addition, the baby often sleeps during walks, which also exposes him to hypothermia. To make sure the toddler is warm, parents often touch his feet, for example. If they are cold, they immediately try to cover them more tightly. The question also arises in the mind, does the newborn need shoes? And if so, which ones to choose?

Should a newborn baby have winter boots?

Shoes for toddlers who have recently been born is quite a controversial issue. Many people believe that a newborn baby does not need shoes, since it does not move independently and lies down all the time. This is true, but this rule applies mainly to summer shoes. In winter it looks a little different. Very low temperatures can lead to serious consequences, such as frostbite, which is very dangerous for such a baby.

If you dress your child in a jumpsuit that has "feet", additional leg protection is not needed. On the other hand, if the romper does not have them, it is essential to think about shoes before you leave the house. Wrapping the newborn's feet with a blanket can protect against gusts of cold wind, but will not keep them warm. In addition, if it snows, the material can quickly become damp, which will further enhance the baby's sensation of cold.

The only way to avoid this is to put the right shoes on the toddler.

What winter boots to choose for a newborn baby?

There are a lot of requirements for winter footwear for the little ones. They must be warm, resistant to moisture and snow, and provide the right conditions for the development of the feet. So how to find shoes for a child who is not yet walking?

A good choice is the so-called "non-shoes" in the insulated version. They are not designed to move on the pavement, so they are perfect for newborns and babies who do not walk independently. They have many advantages that you are sure to appreciate as a parent of a toddler, namely:

• are made of soft, flexible and natural leather - the material is great for insulating against cold air, while allowing feet to breathe, thus preventing excessive sweating,
• are filled with soft, warm material - the padding provides thermal comfort and helps maintain the right temperature of the feet, even when the child is sleeping,
• have a wide nose - the large tip allows the toes to arrange themselves in a natural way, so they do not freeze when walking,
• have a soft, flexible sole - a newborn baby's foot needs full freedom of movement, even when walking, while sleeping. That's why shoes for toddlers have a very soft sole, usually made of rubber, which is great for insulating from the cold, while not restricting the feet or interfering with their development,
• Are lightweight - this is extremely important for newborns, who usually stay in a position with their legs contracted. Heavy footwear will cause the baby to have no strength to lift its legs, which may make it cry while walking.

It is best to take advantage of the offer of proven brands that lead the footwear market. Geox, Emel, Mido, ekoTuptusie - these are just a few examples of companies that should pique your interest.

Thermobots, which are worn like socks, are also interesting. They are made of thin, water- and windproof material and lined with soft, warm filling that helps maintain the right temperature of the feet. They can be a good alternative to classic winter boots.

Remember that, except in exceptional situations, a toddler in the first months of life does not need special shoes, because the feet should not be restricted in any way, and the infant should have access to them during play. This is essential for his harmonious psychomotor development.