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Baby shoes

Soft-sole and first-walker shoes.

Cream soft-sole baby shoes beside sage first-walker sneakers on a wood floorShoes
  • 58brands

The quick look

the short version
  • What it is.Baby shoes range from soft-sole crib shoes, for babies who aren't walking, to first walkers with a flexible sole.
  • Start with 2.Published checklists typically say 2 for the newborn stage and 2 for each later size.
  • 58 brands.7 budget-friendly, 45 mid-range and 6 splurge.

What is baby shoes?

Baby shoes range from soft-sole crib shoes, for babies who aren't walking, to first walkers with a flexible sole.

How shoes help

  • Soft-sole shoes finish an outfit before walking age.
  • First-walker shoes cover the feet outdoors.
  • Brands size by foot length or by age, so check each brand's chart.

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Shoes by budget

Price tier is our read of each brand's typical list prices, not a quality rating. Brands are A to Z within each lane.

Budget-friendly$ · Mostly under typical mall prices7
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Mid-range$$ · Department-store pricing45
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Splurge$$$ · Premium and boutique pricing6
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All 58 brands that make shoes

Shoes: shop by what you care about Tap one to filter the list. Grouped by what each brand says on its own site.

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Adidas Shoessoft-bottom crib shoe. For example: Superstar Crib (infant)National brand / DTC $$Own site, Foot Locker, ChampsClothing 0M to 4T; shoes 1K to 10K…–✕✕✕
Authentic Native Made ShoesEtsy shop, Kettle Falls WA; 3; on Etsy since 2013; Native American made. For example: Beaded deerskin baby moccasinsSmall / family-ownedSold on Etsy $$$Etsy–Deerskin or deer hide leather, hand-sewn beads✕✕✕
Babybotte ShoesFor example: Baby first-walker sneakersPremium / European $$Zappos, European boutiques––???
babyGap Shoesbaby shoes category. For example: Baby shoesBig store / mass market $$Own site, Gap stores––✕✕✕
Beyond Buckskin ShoesNative artist-made moccasins. For example: Baby Moccasins (Various)Small / family-owned $$$Own site––???
BirdRock Baby Shoessoft-sole leather moccasins; $30. For example: Desert Rose Knot MoccasinsNational brand / DTC $Own site, Walmart––✕✕✕
Bobux Shoessoft soles and Step Up first walkers. For example: White Leather First WalkersPremium / European $$$Own site, Childrensalon, Walmart marketplace––???
Boogie Booties ShoesEtsy shop, Florida; ~3; on Etsy since 2015; on short break at check. For example: Vegan soft-sole baby shoes (0-6M to 2T)Small / family-ownedSold on Etsy $$Etsy0-6 months (4 in) through 2T (6.25 in)Fabric uppers, rubber soles, cuddle fleece inner sole (as the shop words it)✕✕✕
Carter's ShoesEvery Step first-walker line. For example: Baby Boy Every Step First Walker Casual ShoesBig store / mass marketOrganic fabric (brand says) $Own site, Carter's stores, Kohl'sPreemie, newborn and infant sizes up…Organic Cotton, 100% Cotton, Fleece✓✕✕
Converse Shoesinfant/toddler sizes. For example: Chuck Taylor All Star Canvas Baby/Toddler Low TopBig store / mass market $$Own site, Target, Kohl'sBaby & Toddler (Ages 0-4)Canvas, Leather✕✕✕
Custom My Muks ShoesEtsy shop, Manitoba; 19; on Etsy since 2013; mostly moccasin craft supplies, small baby moccasin section. For example: Suede baby fringe moccasinsSmall / family-ownedSold on Etsy $$Etsy––???
Dr. Martens Shoessoft crib bootie. For example: 1460 Crib Bootie (baby)National brand / DTC $$Own site, Journeys, Zappos––✕✕✕
Elephantito Shoes$49. For example: Moccasin for Baby, NavyBoutique / indie $$Own site, Maisonette, Saks––✕✕✕
EVTODI ShoesEtsy shop, Ukraine; 11 years on Etsy; from $24.80. For example: Tan Leather Soft Sole Baby Shoes (0-6M up)Small / family-ownedSold on Etsy $Etsy–Genuine leather (the shop says Italian leather)✕✕✕
Freshly Picked Shoessoft-sole moccasins. For example: Rose Gold Moccasin Baby ShoeNational brand / DTC $$Own site, NordstromNewborn, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7"high-quality genuine leather" soft-sole shoes✕✕✕
Geox Shoesfirst-steps line. For example: Baby First Steps shoesPremium / European $$Own site, Childrensalon, NordstromFirst steps (0-3 years); Baby boy…–✕✕✕
Jacadi Shoesfirst-steps shoes on US site. For example: Baby First Steps Ankle BootsPremium / European $$$Own US site, Jacadi storesNewborn 0-18 months; Toddler 6-36 monthsCashmere, wool, cotton✕✕✕
Jack & Lily Shoessoft-sole leather baby shoes. For example: My Mocs (soft sole leather)Boutique / indie $$Simply Green Baby, boutiques––✕✕✕
Janie and Jack Shoessoft-sole and walking shoe pages. For example: Infant soft sole shoesPremium / European $$Own site, Janie and Jack storesBaby 0-24m (NB (0-10LBS), 0-3M, 3-6M…–✕✕✕
Keen Shoesinfant sandal. For example: Newport H2 Sandal (infants)Specialist $$Own site, DSW, REI––???
Komuello Shoessock-shoe first walkers. For example: First Walker Baby Sock ShoesSpecialist $$Boutiques, Target, Faire wholesale––???
Little Love Bug Company Shoesbarefoot-style baby and toddler shoes; sizing chart on site. For example: The Low TopBoutique / indie $Own site, Maisonette––✕✕✕
Little Pitterpat ShoesEtsy shop, Bozeman MT; 12; on Etsy since 2009; maker Sharie Williamson. For example: Organic knit soft shoes / non-slip baby shoesSmall / family-ownedSold on EtsyOrganic fabric (brand says) $$Etsy–Organic cotton, organic knits, velour✓✕✕
Livie & Luca Shoescrib shoes and first walkers. For example: Willow Crib ShoeBoutique / indie $$Own site, Zappos, boutiques––???
Mini Melissa Shoesjelly baby shoes. For example: My First Melissa Mary-Jane Sandals (baby)National brand / DTC $$Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom, own site––???
Minnetonka Shoessoft-sole suede moccasins. For example: Infant Boys' Fringe MoccasinsNational brand / DTC $$Walmart, Boot Barn, Tractor SupplyInfant styles with sizes 0 to 6Suede✕✕✕
Mom and Baby Moccasins ShoesEtsy shop, Seattle WA; 8 years on Etsy; $34. For example: Rainbow Moccasins, soft sole (0-6M to 12-18M)Small / family-ownedSold on Etsy $$Etsy––???
Momo Baby ShoesFor example: Soft Sole Leather Slip-On (0-6M)National brand / DTC $Rakuten––✕✕✕
Native Shoes Shoesbaby and toddler slip-ons. For example: Jefferson Baby/ToddlerNational brand / DTC $$Own site, Walmart, boutiques––???
New Balance Shoescrib and baby shoes from size 0. For example: 574 Crib/Infant shoe (sizes 0-10)National brand / DTC $$Own site, Kohl's, Foot LockerCrib, toddler and baby shoes (sizes…–✕✕✕
Nike / Jordan Baby Shoessoft crib bootie, newborn sizes. For example: Jordan 1 Baby Crib BootieNational brand / DTC $$Own site, Foot Locker, Kohl'sJordan Baby (0-12M) and Jordan Baby…100% polyester (23 Jersey Set)✕✕✕
Old Navy Shoessoft-sole baby shoes category. For example: Soft Sole Baby ShoesBig store / mass market $Own site, Old Navy storesBABY (0-24M)–✕✕✕
Old Soles Shoesleather first walkers. For example: Baby Girls Ivory Leather Mesh ShoesPremium / European $$$Childrensalon, boutiques––✕✕✕
Pediped ShoesOriginals soft sole; $42. For example: Swaddle Originals, LeafNational brand / DTC $$Own site, Nordstrom, boutiques0-6 Months, 6-12 Months, 12-18 Months…Stretchable jersey upper, suede outsoles, neoprene lining (Swaddle Originals)✕✕✕
Pods Shoes ShoesEtsy shop, Woodland WA; 3; on Etsy since 2010; custom fit by foot length. For example: Made-to-order soft sole baby shoesSmall / family-ownedSold on Etsy $$Etsy–Leather, with upcycled suede lining✕✕✕
Pom d'Api ShoesFrench first-steps line. For example: Baby Girls Gold Leather First Walker ShoesPremium / European $$$Own site, Childrensalon––✕✕✕
Puma Shoesfirst-walk sneaker;. For example: Kitten Mesh Toddlers First Walk slip-onNational brand / DTC $$Own site, Kohl's, Foot Locker––???
Ralph Lauren Childrenswear Shoessoft-sole layette shoes and pre-walkers. For example: Bal Harbour Layette Oxford Slip-OnPremium / EuropeanOrganic fabric (brand says) $$Own site, Macy's, MacroBabyBaby (Sizes 0-24M)Organic cotton, fleece, cashmere✓✕✕
Robeez Shoessoft-sole; $38. For example: Spotted A Cutie Soft SolesNational brand / DTC $$Own site, Nordstrom0-6 Months through 18-24 MonthsSoft suede✕✕✕
Saucony Shoesbaby/crib Jazz. For example: Baby Jazz LiteNational brand / DTC $$Own site, Zappos, boutiques––???
See Kai Run Shoesfirst walkers; $52. For example: Viento Mini (First Walker)National brand / DTC $$Own site, Nordstrom, ZapposFirst Walker (Sizes 3-6)–✕✕✕
Soft Soul Baby Shoes ShoesEtsy shop; $39.99; ships to US. For example: White Leather Baptism Moccasins (0-24M)Small / family-ownedSold on Etsy $$Own site (softsoul.ca), Etsy––???
Sperry Shoescrib boat shoe. For example: Intrepid Crib Boat Shoe (infant 1-4)National brand / DTC $$Own site, 6pm, Zappos––???
Starry Knight Design ShoesEtsy shop, Corvallis MT; 22; on Etsy since 2008; owner Melanie Knight. For example: Soft-sole leather baby shoes and moccasins (sizes 00-13)Small / family-ownedSold on Etsy $$Etsy, Faire wholesale00 (about 3.65 in sole) through 12-13…Leather and suede✕✕✕
Stride Rite Shoescrawl, first-walk and walking stages. For example: Baby first walking shoesNational brand / DTC $$Own site, Stride Rite stores, ZapposCrawlers sizes 1-4 (ages 0-12 months)…Leather uppers (most Soft Motion shoes), suede (SR Campbell), patent leather (SR Mira)✕✕✕
Sun-San Salt Water Sandals Shoesinfant sandal; Hoy Shoes. For example: Sea Wees (infant/toddler)Specialist $$Zappos, boutiques––???
Ten Little Shoeswide toe box; Fit Finder; $42. For example: First WalkersSpecialist $$Own sitePrewalkers (0-18M); First Walkers (Sizes…First Walkers: cotton and polyester blend upper, 100% cotton lining, natural rubber soles✕✕✕
The Bashful Elephant ShoesFor example: Fringe baby moccasinsSmall / family-ownedSold on Etsy $$Etsy––???
Timberland ShoesFor example: Infant Crib BootieNational brand / DTC $$Own site, Journeys, DTLRInfant (0-1 yrs) age rangeNubuck, suede, ripstop✕✕✕
Tip Toey Joey Shoesbaby sneakers and sandals. For example: Tiny Friendly Sneakers (baby)Premium / European $$Childrensalon, boutiques––✕✕✕
Tip Top Kids Shoesdress shoes, not soft sole; $39.98;. For example: Rhinestone Bow White Patent Leather Shoes, size 1Boutique / indie $$Boutiques––???
Tsukihoshi Shoesmachine-washable first walkers. For example: Baby Racer (infant/toddler)Specialist $$Zappos, shoe boutiquesShoes for ages 0 to 12–✕✕✕
Twisted X Shoeswestern boot brand; $49.95. For example: Infant Chukka Driving MocSpecialist $$Boot Barn––✕✕✕
Vans Shoescrib shoe;. For example: Infant Old Skool Crib Shoes (0-1 yrs)National brand / DTC $$Own site, Journeys, ZapposToddler shoes 2T-10T; infant crib styles…–✕✕✕
Wild Explorers ShoesEtsy shop, Virginia Beach VA; ~4; on Etsy since 2014; owner Hannah Allen. For example: Leather baby moccasinsSmall / family-ownedSold on Etsy $$Etsy, Big Cartel shop–Genuine leather (moccasins)✕✕✕
Within The Pines ShoesEtsy shop, Lemont IL; 3; on Etsy since 2014; home-based maker Raquel Brauer. For example: Handmade baby moccasins (0-24M sizes)Small / family-ownedSold on Etsy $$Etsy0-6 months (4 in), 6-12 months (4.75…Fleece-lined moccasins with cloth, nonslip, leather or rubber soles✕✕✕
Wonder Nation (Walmart) Shoesalso baby knit slip-on sneakers. For example: Baby Girls Moccasin ShoesBig store / mass market $Walmart12M, 18M, 2T, 3T, 4T, 5T (pajama set)…100% cotton (pajama set)✕✕✕
Zutano ShoesFor example: Black Leather Baby Shoe (soft soles)National brand / DTCOrganic fabric (brand says)GOTS certified $$Own site, boutiquesNewborn through 24 months (3M, 6M, 12M…GOTS-certified 100% organic cotton, cozie fleece, furry fleece✓✕✓

What to look for

  1. Brands size baby shoes by foot length or age. Check each brand's own chart.
  2. Sizes vary by brand. Many brands size by weight and height, not age. See each brand's sizes

How many shoes to buy

Typical counts from 11 published baby clothing checklists, adjusted to your answers.

How far ahead are you shopping?

Your call. Some parents buy the first size and shop as baby grows; others stock up a year out. Babies grow at their own pace, so keep tags and receipts on later sizes in case you need to swap.

How often do you do laundry?

No washer at home, or a trip to the laundromat? Pick about once a week.

How we count
  • Each number is the typical (middle) count across the checklists. Most give one total for the newborn stage, so Newborn and 0–3 months share one number.
  • The counts assume laundry every 2–3 days. About once a week roughly doubles it (Babylist, Nurture&). A winter baby gets 2 extra pairs of socks (Babylist).
  • Each size is worn for about 3 months starting from the due month. Snowsuits, mittens and outerwear count only for sizes worn in fall or winter; sun hats and swimwear only in spring or summer.

Before you buy

four things to check
  • The smallest size.5 of the 22 brands with a size list here start at newborn or smaller.
  • The fiber.It is on the product page and the sewn-in label.
  • The regular price.Sale prices come and go. The table here lists regular prices.
  • The return window.Check how long the store gives you to send a size back.

Sizes by brand

from each brand's own size list

Each bar shows the sizes a brand lists. Fit still varies, so check the brand's own chart before you buy.

Show brands that make
BrandPreemieNB0–33–66–99–1212–1818–242T+
Adidas0–3 to 2T+
Boogie Booties0–3 to 3–62T+
Carter'sPreemie to 18–24
Converse2T+
Freshly PickedNB
Geox0–3 to 2T+
JacadiNB to 2T+
Janie and JackNB to 18–24
New Balance2T+
Nike / Jordan Baby0–3 to 18–24
Old Navy0–3 to 18–24
Pediped0–3 to 18–24
Ralph Lauren Childrenswear0–3 to 18–24
Robeez0–3 to 3–618–24
Starry Knight Design2T+
Stride Rite0–3 to 12–18
Ten Little0–3 to 12–18
Timberland0–3 to 9–12
Vans2T+
Within The Pines0–3 to 12–18
Wonder Nation (Walmart)0–39–12 to 12–182T+
ZutanoNB to 18–24
Ask the meadow

Questions about shoes (soft sole and first walkers)

Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.

What is baby shoes?

Baby shoes range from soft-sole crib shoes, for babies who aren't walking, to first walkers with a flexible sole. Soft-sole shoes finish an outfit before walking age.

What is the difference between shoes and booties?

Booties are soft foot covers for warmth, with no walking sole. Booties are soft foot covers that fasten around the ankle.

Which brands make organic shoes?

4 of the 58 brands on this page say they use organic fabric. Use the Organic filter above the table to see them. "Organic" is each brand's own claim unless a GOTS certificate is listed.

What sizes do baby shoes come in?

It depends on the brand. 25 of the 58 brands here list their sizes, and the size chart on this page shows which brands start at preemie or newborn and how far each one goes.

Still wondering? Write to us at hello@cribpicks.com and we'll look it up.

Ask the grown-ups

safety answers from the agencies, not from us

Finish the outfit

what goes with shoes

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