How to tell if children’s slippers bought online really fit

Try new children’s slippers on a clean indoor floor as soon as they arrive. Use the socks your child wears to nursery or school. Sitting still for a moment will not show how the pair behaves in use.

Five checks before keeping the pair

1. Measure both feet while standing and compare the length with the model’s size table.
2. The foot should enter without being forced.
3. Toes should move freely, with no pressure from above or the sides.
4. The heel should stay in place when walking and turning, without overtightening the strap.
5. After a few minutes, look for pressure marks and ask where the child feels discomfort.

Let your child walk, turn, sit and stand. Younger children may struggle to explain a poor fit, so watch for a changed step or reluctance to wear the slippers.

Do not keep an uncomfortable pair hoping the child will grow into it. Compare a better size or shape among our children’s slippers. Persistent pain or a noticeable limp warrants advice from a healthcare professional.