3 Tips To Encourage Small Children To Wear Their Shoes
by Grace Wallace
If you are like many parents, you might have found yourself in situations in which your small children simply did not want to put on their shoes. Some toddlers will pitch a fit or will fight you when you try to put their shoes on, and other kids will simply take their shoes off every chance that they get. If you are having trouble encouraging your small kids to put their shoes on and keep them on, following these tips can help.
1. Make Sure That They're Comfortable
First of all, you should know that very small children might not be able to communicate certain issues about their shoes with you. For example, if your child's shoes are too tight or if they are uncomfortable, this could encourage him or her to not want to wear them, even if he or she isn't able to vocalize this reasoning. Checking regularly to make sure that your child's shoes fit properly -- after all, they do grow fast, so a "new" pair might not fit well soon after they are purchased -- and trying different types of shoes can help you resolve the comfort issue. You might find that a pair of moccasins, for example, is a comfortable and cozy choice. Click here to learn more about where to buy baby moccasins.
2. Let Your Child Pick Them Out
Another good way that you can encourage your child to wear his or her shoes is to allow him or her to have a bit of a say in which shoes are being worn. Of course, you're probably going to want to ensure that the shoes that your child is wearing are appropriate for the weather and the occasion. Allowing your little one to choose from a few different pairs when shopping, for example, or holding up two options for your child to choose from when getting dressed can help. After all, if your child picks out the shoes, he or she might be more interested in actually wearing them.
3. Lead By Example
As with many things with small kids, leading by example can help with the shoe-related issue. For example, make sure that your child sees you putting your shoes on, then ask him or her to do the same. Also, avoid kicking off your own shoes at any opportunity if you want your child to get out of the habit of doing so. You might find that making these simple changes can encourage your child to follow in your footsteps.
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The minute that my doctor told me that I was going to have a little girl, I got so excited. I pictured myself out shopping with my daughter for clothes, shoes, purses and all of the accessories that we need to complete each and every outfit. My daughter has recently turned ten, and we have enjoyed shopping together from the start. Now that she is getting older, we get to have even more fun looking for the perfect outfits for school and some special occasions. If you have a son or daughter that loves to shop, this blog will give you tips for making your shopping adventures fun and productive.