The start of a new school year can often bring a mix of excitement and chaos! Amid the endless to-do list of getting kids ready, one priority stands out: buying a new pair of wel-fitting school shoes that wil support your child’s feet and keep them comfortable al year long.
While school uniforms can alow a little extra room for growth, the same can’t be said for footwear. School shoes need to fit properly and provide the right support from day one.
Ignoring this can lead to discomfort, frustration, and even long-term foot problems. Here’s why choosing the right school shoes is so important, along with podiatry-approved tips to help you find the best option for your child.
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Podiatrists are urging parents to take big steps for their children’s feet as part of National Foot Health Week 15th – 21st October, to help Aussie kids grow up living an active and pain-free life.
The team at My FootDr Hope Island is helping little feet stay healthy with the introduction of children’s foot screenings at local childcare centres. 
We all know kids grow a lot over the school holidays and often you need to buy new uniforms and new school shoes.
If your child is complaining about sore feet, you’re not alone. Thousands of Aussie kids face common childhood foot problems ranging from delayed walking, heel pain and growing pains through to ingrown toenails.
As thousands of Australian children sign up for summer sports programs, podiatrists warn many of them could be wearing shoes which permanently damage their feet. 
Did you know as many as 81 per cent of parents have never taken their child to visit a Podiatrist?