Useful resources

This page brings together resources that may help parents learn more about children’s foot health, shoe fit, barefoot-friendly footwear and related topics.

Some links may be educational. Some may be practical. Some may point to retailers, professionals, articles or organisations we think are useful.

Rara Movement is independent, and links are included because we believe they may be helpful. Inclusion does not necessarily mean endorsement of every product, claim or recommendation on a third-party site.

Children’s foot health

Helpful resources about how children’s feet develop, what to consider when choosing shoes, and when to seek professional advice.

Barefoot and foot-shaped footwear

Guides and resources for parents exploring barefoot, minimalist or foot-shaped shoes for the first time.

Measuring and fit

Useful pages about measuring children’s feet, understanding fit, and avoiding common sizing mistakes.

School shoe help

Resources for parents navigating school shoe requirements, uniform policies and practical footwear choices.

Socks

A key piece of footwear but still not spoken about much, some resources to get you started.

Retailers and brands

Places where parents can explore barefoot-friendly or foot-shaped children’s shoes.

Professionals and expert voices

Links to podiatrists, physiotherapists, movement specialists or other professionals sharing useful information.

For those who want to go deeper

A collection of research papers, expert articles and further reading for parents who want to go deeper into children’s foot development, shoe fit and barefoot-friendly footwear.

These resources are shared for general education only. Research can be nuanced, and no single study should be treated as the final answer.

Children’s foot development

Shoe fit and sizing

Toe box shape and foot freedom

Barefoot, minimalist and foot-shaped footwear

The links on this page are provided for general information only. Rara Movement is not responsible for the content of external websites and does not provide medical advice. If you are concerned about your child’s feet, walking, pain or development, please speak to a qualified healthcare professional.