Measuring a child's feet accurately can be a challenge. If you want to buy shoes in the right size for him, and especially if you intend to buy them online, it is essential that you know the correct size. There are several measurement methods that lead to good results. Whichever method you choose, first make sure you get your child to wear comfortable socks.
Steps
Method 1 of 4: Draw a Sketch of the Shape of Your Child's Feet
Step 1. Prepare everything you need
Get two sheets of paper and a pencil. Use recycled paper if possible; you will help the environment.
Step 2. Place the baby on top of the sheet of paper
If you can, get someone else to help hold your baby upright so that one of his feet rests on the center of the first piece of paper.
Step 3. Outline your baby's foot
Make sure the pencil is upright - and therefore not tilted - and draw a mark all around the foot. Review the stroke twice, so that the lines are more pronounced.
Step 4. Repeat the operation with the other foot
Using the second piece of paper, repeat the process for the other foot as well.
Step 5. Cut along the lines
Carefully and carefully cut out both profiles drawn on the sheets. You will then have two paper models of your baby's foot.
Step 6. Use these templates as a reference when shopping
When you go shopping for shoes for your child, place the template against the sole of the shoe to make sure the size is the right one. Ideally, the shoe should be slightly larger than the paper model.
Method 2 of 4: Measure Your Baby's Feet with a Tape Measure
Step 1. Prepare to measure your baby's feet
Grab a tape measure and ask someone to help you hold your baby upright.
Step 2. Put your baby in position
Try to make the baby stand as still as possible (ask someone else for help to reduce your baby's natural movements when taking the measurement).
Step 3. Measure your baby's feet
For each foot, place the wide side of the tape measure against the inside wall of your baby's feet, holding the end of the tape measure on the toe or heel end, and measure to the opposite side of the same side of the foot..
For best results, measure two or three times. Babies swing a lot and therefore it can be difficult to get an accurate measurement
Step 4. Make a note of the measurements
Write down your measurements and use them accordingly when shopping.
Method 3 of 4: Use a Foot Measurement Tool for Your Baby
Step 1. Consult the instruction manual
The ways to measure your foot may vary slightly depending on the instrument you use, so start by reading the instructions.
Step 2. Put your baby in position
Sit your baby on someone's lap or put him in a comfortable high chair, and position him with his legs bent at 90 degrees.
Step 3. Place your baby's foot on the sizer
Make sure your baby's heel is against the meter heel pad. Check that the meter is parallel to the floor and that the child's ankles are also at a 90 degree angle.
Step 4. Measure your baby's foot length
Move the measuring bar until it touches the tip of your baby's big toe. Note the length shown in the window, corresponding to the black lines on the sides. Add a few extra millimeters for safety.
For best results, make sure your baby's toes are not bent. Press them gently against the gauge with your thumb as you take the measurement
Step 5. Measure your baby's foot width
Use the tape to measure the width of the foot. The tape should automatically be in the correct part of the foot. Don't pull too hard; if you do, you may run the risk of taking too tight a fit. Note the width.
Step 6. Convert the resulting values into a shoe size
If you live in the UK or the EU, just go to sites for the automatic calculation of the measures (for example https://www.epodismo.com/epodtool_scarpe.php, in Italian) and enter your data. The site will tell you the right shoe size to buy.
If you live in the United States, you need to convert your measurements to inches: if you want, you can also consult a size chart for children's shoes (such as the one at https://www.healthyfeetstore.com/kids-shoe-sizing- guide-with-sizing-chart.html, in English)
Method 4 of 4: 1: 1 Scale Print of Your Child's Foot Template
Step 1. Download and print a measurement template
For the UK and the EU you can use templates available online (like this: https://www.mothercare.com/how-to-measure-your-child%27s-feet/buyersguide-ms-clothing-sub4, default, pg.html, in English)
Make sure the print scale is set to "none" or "100%" when printing
Step 2. Measure the "EU Size" line
To check the accuracy of the print you made, measure the line on the paper to the right. It should be 220 millimeters.
Step 3. Follow the instructions on each measurement template
Generally, each of these shapes has its own measurement indications. In general, however, you will need to place your baby's foot on the rail and take the measurement from the toe of the big toe.
Step 4. Convert the measurements
Depending on where you live, you may need to convert measurements in order to get the proper sizing. If, for example, you live in the US, but have a UK / EU sizing guide, you will need to convert the results to a US size. There are online conversation charts (for example, https://www.healthyfeetstore.com/kids-shoe-sizing-guide-with-sizing-chart.html, in English).
Advice
- Babies and young children grow very fast. We therefore recommend that you buy a shoe size slightly larger than necessary, so that the child can wear the new shoes for longer. However, don't overdo it: if they are too big, children feel uncomfortable and uncomfortable when they walk.
- If your child's feet are slightly different, use the larger size to determine the shoe size. It is better to have a shoe that is slightly larger than a shoe that is too tight.
- It doesn't matter how carefully you measured: take the time to check the correctness of the size when you put new shoes on your baby's feet. Check the width, placement of the largest toe, and the measurement around the ankle.
