When caring for infants and children, taking care of their feet probably doesn\u2019t jump to mind for a top priority. However, there are several ailments that can affect a youngster\u2019s feet and proper steps should be taken to ensure good foot health.<\/p>
As early as infancy, take proper measures to ensure good foot health for your baby. This can be achieved by ensuring a few simple steps:<\/p>
Provide exercise – lying uncovered provides kicking and other related motions which prepare the feet for weight bearing.<\/p>
Change the baby’s position several times a day.<\/p>
Look at your baby’s feet often to see if you notice something that looks abnormal.<\/p>
Cover the baby’s feet loosely – tight covers restrict movement.<\/p>
Young children\u2019s feet are very resilient. Foot deformities that weren\u2019t present at birth can result from a variety of factors including tight covers or shoes that restrict foot growth and development. It\u2019s imperative that shoes be flexible and fitted properly.<\/p>
As they age, be aware of your child\u2019s walking patterns which may signal a concern. In addition, foot pain or swelling without explanation could be a sign of a serious condition and should not be ignored.<\/p>
Good health is all-encompassing for infants and children. By adding a few simple steps, you can keep them healthy from head to toe.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"