{"id":294,"date":"2021-11-17T04:21:39","date_gmt":"2021-11-17T04:21:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/djacobson"},"modified":"2021-11-17T04:21:39","modified_gmt":"2021-11-17T04:21:39","slug":"looking-after-little-feet-proper-foot-care-for-your-baby","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mainlinefootandankle.com\/looking-after-little-feet-proper-foot-care-for-your-baby\/","title":{"rendered":"Looking After Little Feet: Proper Foot Care for Your Baby"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A child\u2019s feet grow rapidly during the first year, reaching almost half of their adult foot size. This is why podiatrists consider the first year to be the most important in the development of the feet. Proper care at a young age is essential for healthy development. Since many adult foot ailments develop in childhood, periodic visits to Main Line Foot &amp; Ankle Center and basic foot care can help minimize these problems later in life.<\/p>\n<p>A child\u2019s feet are formed from soft, pliable cartilage which makes them more susceptible to deformities. A young child can be affected by foot conditions such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Intoeing<\/li>\n<li>Outoeing<\/li>\n<li>Flat feet<\/li>\n<li>Warts<\/li>\n<li>Heel pain<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Tips for Parents<\/h2>\n<p>Parents can help promote normal, healthy foot development for their baby.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Examine your baby\u2019s feet regularly.\u00a0 If you detect any unusual signs, contact your child\u2019s pediatrician or podiatrist right away.<\/li>\n<li>Encourage exercise.\u00a0 Lying uncovered allows the baby to kick and move feet and toes freely so not to inhibit normal development.<\/li>\n<li>Cover feet loosely.\u00a0 Tight clothing or covers restrict movement.<\/li>\n<li>Alternate your baby\u2019s position several times a day.\u00a0 Lying too long in one spot may place unnecessary strain on the feet and legs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Growing Up<\/h2>\n<p>As your baby continues to grow and develop, so will the feet. It may be necessary to change shoe and sock size every few months, as tight-fitting footwear can aggravate preexisting conditions. \u00a0After the first steps are taken, you should also carefully observe walking patterns. Intoeing, outoeing, and gait abnormalities can be corrected when they are detected early.<\/p>\n<p>A baby\u2019s feet will carry them throughout life, so it\u2019s important to begin foot care at a young age. Neglecting your child\u2019s foot health invites problems in other parts of the body, such as the back and legs.\u00a0 Whenever you have questions about your child\u2019s foot health, or if you suspect a problem with the development of your child\u2019s feet, contact our Ardmore office.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A child\u2019s feet grow rapidly during the first year, reaching almost half of their adult foot size. This is why podiatrists consider the first year to be the most important in the development of the feet. 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