My Podiatrist

The importance of properly fitted school shoes for kids: A guide for parents 

When parents get their kids ready for school they think about school supplies – like uniforms and textbooks and backpacks – but they usually don’t think about shoes.   Well-fitted shoes for kids can be extremely effective in supporting kids’ growing bodies and helping them achieve success at school.  Here are a couple of Reasons why finding the Right School Shoe… Continue reading The importance of properly fitted school shoes for kids: A guide for parents 

Back to School for parents & carers 

Strong lessons begin here  Each ray of hope and each light’s reflection from a school year past and a school year future often lead to a positive beginning to that new school year! When you get your child back into school, this time of year is a good opportunity to revisit their foot growth over the previous summer and determine if… Continue reading Back to School for parents & carers 

Right shoe for right activity

Selecting the appropriate footwear is essential to ensuring that your children maintain their fitness and activity while remaining free from injuries.  Each type of exercise demands its own blend of flexibility, stability, support, comfort, durability, and safety. Utilise this guide created by a podiatrist so that you may select appropriate footwear for your child’s preferred activities.  Daily activity and everyday play  To promote… Continue reading Right shoe for right activity