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Chemical Regula ons:
The Regula on on Registra on, Evalua on, Authorisa on and
Restric on of Chemicals (REACH) will impose obliga ons on
companies in the sector using chemicals in their produc on
processes.

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Development: Childrens Fe t
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Toddlers:

Shoes with li le exibility in the sole and forefoot area, a rigid structure or raised

heels are a real concern with toddlers learning to walk as they can cause them to
square toes bounce and p forward.

Learning to walk:
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he l Babies at this stage need shoes that are exible, lightweight and durable that mimic
the movement of barefoot walking. They should have a secure, func onal and com-

fortable fastening system such as a strap closure that ensures the shoe stays on the

chub y foot and can be adjusted to your child’s unique foot shape.
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New to unassisted Walking:

Your child’s shoes will need to have added durability while s ll providing the exibili-

ty needed for natural movement.

Fastenings such as strap closures or zips are essen al to making sure your child’s
feet are secure and comfortable as they become more con dent walkers.

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Con dent walkers:

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With stronger feet and a more rigorous range of ac vity, toddlers at this stage need
achil es
durable shoes that can withstand a ba ering! But beyond that, their feet are s ll de-
arch becoming
veloping so shoes need to be appropriate for your child’s foot type, shape and their
sde ned
ac vi es. A secure fastening is important.

Ac ve Kids:

Once they reach school, your child’s feet have begun to take on a mature adult-like
fo t becoming
shape. Their feet are much more dexterous and their arch is becoming more de ned.
leaner
Kids are at play nearly all their waking hours. With this extreme level of ac vity,

more mature their shoes need to be seriously durable and protect their feet from the impact of
fo t shape
hard surfaces. Even though it might seem like they have the energy and coordina on
of a professional athlete, it’s important to remember their feet are s ll developing, so
fo t lean their shoes need to be exible and lightweight so their feet can move naturally.
more de ned and
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