Pooky is slowly acquiring more shoes than I have. The sad thing is, her shoes are so much cuter than mine, and I bet they’re also more comfy. I’m a barefoot type of person; my feet often feel trapped when they’re in a pair of shoes. A baby’s feet develop best when they’re walking bare foot. Officially recognized by the American Podiatric Medical Association as contributing to better foot health, Pediped baby shoes claim they’re “the next best thing to bare feet.”

These are soft soled shoes that are more rigid in structure than some others out there (such as Soft Star, Robeez or Starchild). The double-layered soft leather sole and foam pad give it some extra cushioning, and velcro closures make it easy to get on and off. Unfortunately, Pooky has figured out velcro and loves practicing her new trick by taking her shoes off every chance she gets. Oh well, it keeps her entertained.

The shoe designs from Pediped are a-do-ra-ble. I’m so jealous. Price: $29 at Pediped.

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