Comments on: Why my daughter will never wear heels

By: Catie Daly

Catie Daly — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:23:00 +0000

I am so happy for you and your daughter. Hypermobility is a serious issue that many ignore, but it is fantastic you have found shoes she loves, it will do wonders for her self-esteem too.

By: lastcrazyhorn

lastcrazyhorn — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:10:44 +0000

I have all of those same problems! Only, my parents never figured it out. I’ve been having to do the onerous task of learning what works for me vs. what causes me undue pain.

They make Merrells in itsy bitsy sizes too (I know because I work at a daycare). They’re expensive, but they have good arch support. I only work a pair because a friend of mine didn’t like them and we found out we’re the same size (score!). I’m still only a US size 6; which is like uber tiny feet in adult sizes.

Right now I’m rocking out on Saucony’s. They have REALLY good arch support and they’re affordable. Always good. You might look into them.

I’m 29 and I still can’t wear heels though. It’s not worth the risk of hurting my ankles. I still occasionally fall down in flats, so heels? Not a chance.

By: MsXpat

MsXpat — Wed, 22 Aug 2012 10:02:12 +0000

Whether or not see wears heels at the moment she has a awesome collection of cool boots, any girl would fancy :0) Take things one day at a time. She certainly seems to get on with exploring not matter what, she’s got spunk, that’s great to see.

By: HonestMum

HonestMum — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 09:48:10 +0000

Here shoes look gorgeous anyway honey and hopefully her condition will approve as she grows up.

By: Lynn

Lynn — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 07:55:42 +0000

It is good to see someone write a post about hypermobility in children. I’m a podiatrist and it is a far mor common problem than people realise. I have seen a lot of older children who now have damage as a result of being undiagnosed and not wearing supportive footwear. I’m glad you’ve found some funky boots for your little one and hope her hypermobility improves.

By: Jen aka The Mad House

Jen aka The Mad House — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 07:22:50 +0000

She is doing so well. Boots are the way to go. I love my boots

By: mymummylife

mymummylife — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 21:13:38 +0000

The Baby has weeny feet too (like her mummy) and I love Ricoste shoes for her – small sizes and so much nicer looking than the usual high street fare. It must be lovely for you to see her barefoot – and super-lovely for her to feel the grass under her feet.

By: Emma

Emma — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 21:08:11 +0000

She is doing just great. Erin is the same with boots that are so hot at the moment!

By: Molly

Molly — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 21:06:05 +0000

She would agree with you on that one – although her favourites are Jelly Shoes and even though she’s never actually walked in them, she still loves them dearly. Not sure how great that makes her taste?!

By: Emma @mummymummymum

Emma @mummymummymum — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 20:57:07 +0000

Awww, Frog has excellent taste in shoes and a lot of style! xx