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The Chirping Moms

Spring Shoe Shopping Tips (& Giveaway)

February 23, 2015

I know it doesn’t feel like it to many of us, but spring is coming!  The first day of spring is less than a month away & before you know it, we will be packing away our coats & snow boots for rain jackets & sandals.  Today, I am talking “shoe shopping” on the blog with some of our favorite picks for the spring season!   (Make sure to read the whole post because we have a great giveaway at the bottom of the post!)  With three young children, I have finally decided a system for shoe shopping so I maximize my purchases & make sure the shoes we buy get wear!  With spring upon us & a new season of buying shoes, I am sharing some of my tips and tricks to shoe shopping for children.

Tips for Buying Shoes for Children || The Chirping Moms

SHOE SHOPPING TIPS FOR CHILDREN

1.  Get your child’s foot measured each season.  Take them into a store you know and trust to get their feet measured.  I also have several friends that have used this product & recommend it.

2.  Decide what shoes you need for the season & stick to your list.  It’s easy to overbuy with shoes (especially with all the unlimited adorable options), but if you stick to your list then you will make sure those shoes get their wear and you get your money’s worth!

3.  Watch for spring shoe sales & stock up.  

4.  Make sure you buy shoes that last and are comfortable to your child.

5.  Let your child help pick the style!  I have learned to find shoes that my kids really like & you will have no problem getting their shoes on everyday before you leave the house.

6.  Find shoes that your child can put on & take off themselves.  I always buy my little ones velcro or slip on shoes, because lacing shoes would be one more thing that we would have to do to get out the door!

7.  Make sure to find shoes that are easy to clean.  I often will throw sneakers & sandals into the washing machine, if possible, to get a quick clean after some really “messy” days outside!

8.   Don’t be afraid to spend a little more.  You can buy kid shoes everywhere & for a wide range of prices.  I have found that you pay for quality so make sure that you buy shoes that will last or else you will be buying pair after pair after pair.    

On my list for the spring season, I try to find the following types of shoes for my kids:  sandals, sneakers, “dressier” shoes, & rain boots.  I am sharing some of my favorite finds for spring from one of my go-to shopping shoe shopping stores for kids, Stride Rite.  Stride Rite has a huge inventory of shoes for children of all ages & there is really something for everyone.  Not only do they feature their own Stride Rite brand, but Stride Rite carries other brands including: Merrell, Saucony, Sperry, & more.  Their shoes have great prices & quality for all the children in my family.

1.  Sandals:  I look for sandals that I know can survive beach weather, playground play, & running through the backyard.  If they don’t, then those are not the sandals for me.  Then, I decide what my child will wear.  Knowing that my four year old is super into Spiderman, it was an easy choice when I saw the Stride Rite Spiderman sandals!  These light-up shoes are actually called “shandals” which give the support of a shoe, but a feel of a sandal for my son!

Tips for Buying Shoes for Children || The Chirping Moms

Tips for Buying Shoes for Children || The Chirping Moms

2.  Sneakers:  I look for sneakers that will last & satisfy my child’s needs.  My oldest son in kindergarten wears sneakers everyday to school so I need ones that will really last through school days as well as after school play & sport practiced.  His Stride Rite pair from the fall have lasted well & so I was excited to find a new pair of sneakers in bright colors fro spring.  And he loves his new, bright Stride Rite sneakers!  For my little one, Abby, I was looking for a supportive sneaker that would be good for the playground & running around town.  Of course, when I found these adorable Abby Cadabby shoes, I knew that these were the perfect sneaker for her!

Tips for Buying Shoes for Children || The Chirping Moms

Tips for Buying Shoes for Children || The Chirping Moms

3.  “Dressier” Shoes:  I try to find one “dressier” shoe for my kids each season.  These are shoes that they can wear for church, pictures, & any other moment when they need to “dress” up!  Again, I look for shoes that will last through the season and be comfortable for my child.  Knowing that my boys’ loafers still fit from this winter, I chose the Stride Rite fisherman sandals that will match with anything & be comfortable enough that my boys won’t fight me to put them on!

Tips for Buying Shoes for Children || The Chirping Moms

Tips for Buying Shoes for Children || The Chirping Moms

4.  Rain Boots:  Last, my kids LOVE their rain boots.  They wear them daily around the house & love splashing in the puddles on rainy days.  I look for bright colored, fun boots that the kids love, like these fun finds from Stride Rite!

Tips for Buying Shoes for Children || The Chirping Moms

Tips for Buying Shoes for Children || The Chirping Moms

And now for the giveaway!  Two lucky winners will each win a pair of shoes from Stride Rite (up to $50 value).  One winner will win a pair for girls while another winner will win a pair for boys.  Enter in the Rafflecopters below & good luck!

Tips for Buying Shoes for Children || The Chirping Moms

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Comments

  1. Nicole says

    February 23, 2015 at 1:48 pm

    Would love to win! Stride Rite shoes are the best, especially since my son has very wide feet and is hard to fit!

    Reply
  2. 1stgradefireworks says

    February 23, 2015 at 2:04 pm

    This Grandma ALWAYS on the look out for cute shoes & sandals for Grandkids! THANKS! wendy 1stgradefireworks 1stgradefireworks

    Reply
  3. Sara says

    February 23, 2015 at 2:13 pm

    I'm loving those spiderman shandals. They are perfect for spring/summer

    Reply
  4. Joan says

    February 23, 2015 at 2:14 pm

    Love the Lil Nandini Crib shoes!

    Reply
  5. Suta Moturi says

    February 23, 2015 at 2:20 pm

    Preschooler's Stride Rite Made 2 Play Perry shoes

    Reply
  6. Donna Burkle says

    February 23, 2015 at 2:23 pm

    As a Mimi, I always buy Stride Rites! My Mom bought them for me & my children and now I buy for my Granddughter. Would love to win a pair for Spring! Thank you for the opportunity!

    Reply
  7. Marya Mann says

    February 23, 2015 at 2:25 pm

    Made to play sandy or Nikki!!

    Reply
  8. Stephanie Murphy says

    February 23, 2015 at 2:30 pm

    The Baby's Stride Rite Dalis are adorable!

    Reply
  9. Anonymous says

    February 23, 2015 at 2:51 pm

    My little one is so close to walking. I'd love new shoes for him!

    Reply
  10. Lori Jean says

    February 23, 2015 at 2:53 pm

    My Son would love the Spiderman shoes!

    Lori R Jackson

    Reply
  11. Amber Ludwig says

    February 23, 2015 at 3:06 pm

    I love the hudsen sandals!!

    Reply
  12. mecarolks says

    February 23, 2015 at 3:15 pm

    I like the Stride Rite Racer Lights Supersonic (CG53090)

    Reply
  13. Andrea Layton says

    February 23, 2015 at 3:24 pm

    My twins love shoes that light up, so I think the Spider-Man shandals would be a big hit with my son. The Ariel lighted mary janes would be perfect for my daughter.

    Reply
  14. Shawna Finley says

    February 23, 2015 at 3:28 pm

    I love your Kid's Merrell Chameleon Mid Lace Waterproof shoes. Our Granddaughter has Hypotonia and her specialist said she needs to wear high cut sneakers/shoes to support her weak ankles as she walks on the insides of her feet. It's either wear them or she'd need to be fitted for SMO's. The shoes, I mentioned, especially being that they're waterproof, would be awesome!!

    Reply
  15. Ellie says

    February 23, 2015 at 3:35 pm

    The spider man shoes!

    Reply
  16. Renee Smith says

    February 23, 2015 at 3:47 pm

    I love the Made 2 Play Sandy style. I'd love one in each color! They're all so cute!

    Reply
  17. Mami2jcn says

    February 23, 2015 at 3:51 pm

    I like the Kid's Stride Rite Disney Ariel Lighted shoes.

    Reply
  18. kellyr78 says

    February 23, 2015 at 3:55 pm

    I like the Kid's Stride Rite Disney Cinderella Lighted for my daughter.

    Reply
  19. Jeanna Johnson says

    February 23, 2015 at 3:58 pm

    I like the Girls Stride Rite Colette in leopard! Adorable!

    Reply
  20. christy sweeney says

    February 23, 2015 at 4:11 pm

    I love the Stride Rite SRT Preschool Lily for spring

    Reply
  21. Jen Ziniti says

    February 23, 2015 at 4:25 pm

    Love all the sandals you included for little girls!

    Reply
  22. Margaret says

    February 23, 2015 at 4:40 pm

    http://www.striderite.com/en/marvel-spider-man-lighted-shandal/12580B.html?dwvar_12580B_color=BB45612#cgid=boy-shoes-sandals&start=1 My grandson would adore these!

    Reply
  23. Cami Valenzuela says

    February 23, 2015 at 4:42 pm

    I like the made 2 play Sperry

    Reply
  24. onelocomommy says

    February 23, 2015 at 4:49 pm

    Love the SRT Cora!

    Reply
  25. Micropreemie Mom says

    February 23, 2015 at 4:50 pm

    I'm loving the Sperry Top Siders!

    Reply
  26. Breenah A says

    February 23, 2015 at 5:08 pm

    I love the Poet and Nandini sandals!

    Reply
  27. Destiny Paquette says

    February 23, 2015 at 5:30 pm

    Love the Aria sandals for E, but both kids get Merrell Waterproof shoes. Great quality and easy for on the go.

    Reply
  28. Heidi Robbins says

    February 23, 2015 at 5:50 pm

    I'm loving the Stride Rite SRT Greta for baby girls! Btw, I like the new facebook share option of tagging friends in the post- that way I can share with those who would be truly interested and not spam others' newsfeeds. Thanks!

    Reply
  29. Sarah Hayes says

    February 23, 2015 at 5:59 pm

    I really like the Preschooler's Saucony Excursion Lace. my LO needs new running shoes as she calls them lol

    Reply
  30. janelle says

    February 23, 2015 at 6:02 pm

    Love stride rite shoes. My son would be in heaven if he got the spiderman sandals!

    Reply
  31. HJSH says

    February 23, 2015 at 6:29 pm

    I like the Dalis runners.

    Reply
  32. Lindsay says

    February 23, 2015 at 7:01 pm

    I would love to try some sandals for my son.

    Reply
  33. Beth R says

    February 23, 2015 at 8:08 pm

    I like the Saucony Kotaro Alternative Closure. They would be perfect for my son

    Reply
  34. Sandra Meaders says

    February 23, 2015 at 8:37 pm

    Baby's Stride Rite SRT Soft Motion Goodwin

    Reply
  35. Wendy Jabkowski says

    February 23, 2015 at 8:40 pm

    My favorite are Baby's Saucony Jazz Hook & Loop.

    Reply
  36. Anne N. says

    February 23, 2015 at 9:01 pm

    We like the Kid's Stride Rite Sugar & Spice Pepper.

    Reply
  37. Jodi Armstrong says

    February 23, 2015 at 9:15 pm

    Love the propel a/c for spring adventures when it can still be cool out and wet.

    Reply
  38. Cassandra Eastman says

    February 23, 2015 at 9:31 pm

    I love the Baby's Stride Rite Nandini!

    Reply
  39. Rachael Petty says

    February 23, 2015 at 10:45 pm

    I like the sparkly Quinn shoes.

    Reply
  40. Aim Tray says

    February 23, 2015 at 10:52 pm

    To be completely totally honest I could not just aim it down to one lol I like all of these so much Kid's Ryley Sky Lynx

    Kid's Keds Double Dutch

    Kid's Sperry Top-Sider Marina

    Kid's Sperry Top-Sider Bluefish Boat Shoe

    Kid's Sperry Top-Sider Bahama High-Top

    The slection overall of the footwear is amazing!!

    Aimee Trader

    Reply
  41. Anonymous says

    February 23, 2015 at 11:51 pm

    I love the the boys sandals

    Reply
  42. Kristen says

    February 24, 2015 at 12:42 am

    I like the Savanah.

    Reply
  43. Ellen Spice says

    February 24, 2015 at 1:19 am

    I love the Stride Rite Sloane. My daughter would love these too.

    Reply
  44. Stephanie says

    February 24, 2015 at 1:58 am

    Stride Rite is Perfect for my daughter with wide feet!

    Reply
  45. Kristin says

    February 24, 2015 at 1:59 am

    I like the StrideRite summer sandal but I know my little girl would love the Racer Lights™ Starpower or the rainbow StrideRite sneakers =)

    Reply
  46. Allison says

    February 24, 2015 at 2:34 am

    I completely love the Kid's Stride Rite Marvel Spider-Man Webbed Wonder!! My son would love them too!

    Reply
  47. amy16323 says

    February 24, 2015 at 2:39 am

    Kid's Stride Rite Disney Frozen Anna & Elsa shoes are so cute !!

    Reply
  48. allison hicks says

    February 24, 2015 at 2:46 am

    The Preschooler Adelle Keds are perfect for our munchkin! Stylish, comfy & would match so much

    Reply
  49. LauraJJ says

    February 24, 2015 at 4:36 am

    Oh he would love the Kid's Stride Rite Marvel Spider-Man Webbed Wonder! So cute for Spring!

    Reply
  50. Melissa Pulido says

    February 24, 2015 at 7:22 am

    Would really like the fisherman sandals for my son.

    Reply
  51. ReginaW says

    February 24, 2015 at 3:00 pm

    Sperry Top-Sider Pelican Rain Boot

    Reply
  52. Brittany Steuart says

    February 24, 2015 at 6:01 pm

    I would love these Baby's Stride Rite Made 2 Play® Reagan for my daughter.

    Reply
  53. Imenka Doe says

    February 24, 2015 at 11:13 pm

    It's so hard to decide, they're all too cute! My niece would be thrilled with any of these with the My little pony character 🙂

    Reply
  54. ♡♥♬ Carolsue ♡♥♬ says

    February 25, 2015 at 7:24 am

    My favorite is the Kid's Stride Rite Batman Lighted Sneaker
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    Reply
  55. Vivacious Ramsey says

    February 25, 2015 at 7:23 pm

    livivua…I like the sperrys

    Reply
  56. Fiddlin' Dandi says

    February 26, 2015 at 7:44 pm

    I really like the Stride Rite SRT Preschool Jasper.

    Reply
  57. Carmen Van Deursen says

    February 27, 2015 at 1:56 pm

    My son is Spider-Man obssessed and he would love any style the wonder, web or even th flipflops.

    Reply
  58. jenmalonee says

    February 27, 2015 at 5:49 pm

    I like the Kid's Stride Rite Hudsen .

    Jennifer Marie

    Reply
  59. Ashley Garrett Nolan says

    February 28, 2015 at 3:37 am

    I love the Baby's Stride Rite SRT Lily! Adorable!!

    Reply
  60. April Proveaux says

    March 2, 2015 at 1:39 am

    Baby Stride Rite Hudsen Sandals

    Reply

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