How To Measure Baby Shoe Size
When it comes to baby shoes, finding the right size is crucial for their comfort and foot development. To help you navigate all things infant footwear, we've created a handy baby shoe size chart.
For babies aged 6 to 24 months old. The baby shoe size chart below will provide dimensions in inches and centimeters.
The baby shoe size chart has 4 categories of 6-9 months, 9-12 months, 12-18 months, and 18-24 months.
We've divided baby shoe size by age into four categories to ensure a perfect fit for your child’s growing tootsies.
Learn how to measure baby shoe size using this chart as a guideline.
6-9 Month Baby Shoe Size
For babies around 6 to 9 months old, we recommend size small. This size is designed for foot lengths of approximately 4.5 to 4.75 inches (11.4 to 12.1 cm), with a width of around 2.25-2.5 inches (5.7-6.4 cm). The insole length for this size is about 4.5 to 5 inches (11.5 to 12.5 cm).
Recommended foot length: 4.5-4.75 inches (11.4-12.1 cm)
Recommended foot width: 2.25-2.5 inches (5.7-6.4 cm)
Recommended insole length: 4.5-5 inches (11.5-12.5 cm)
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9-12 Month Baby Shoe Size
As your baby reaches 9 to 12 months, they may need size medium. This size is suitable for foot lengths of about 4.75 to 5 inches (12.1 to 12.7 cm), with a width of around 2.5-2.75 inches (6.35- 7 cm). The insole length for size medium is approximately 5 to 5.25 inches (12.7 to 13.3 cm).
Recommended foot length: 4.75-5 inches (12.1-12.7 cm)
Recommended foot width: 2.5-2.75 inches (6.35-7 cm)
Recommended insole length: 5-5.25 inches (12.7-13.3 cm)
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12-18 Month Baby Shoe Size
For babies aged 12 to 18 months, size large is recommended. This size is designed for foot lengths of around 5 to 5.5 inches (12.5 to 14 cm), with a width of about 2.75-3 inches (7-7.6 cm). The insole length for size large measures approximately 5.25 to 5.5 inches (13.3 to 14 cm).
Recommended foot length: 5-5.5 inches (12.5-14 cm)
Recommended foot width: 2.75-3 inches (7-7.6 cm)
Recommended insole length: 5.25-5.5 inches (13.3-14 cm)
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18-24 Month Baby Shoe Size
For babies between 18 and 24 months old, size x-large is the way to go. This size is suitable for foot lengths of about 5.25 to 5.5 inches (13.3 to 14 cm), with a width of around 3-3.25 inches (7.6-8.25 cm). The insole length for size x-large is approximately 6 to 6.5 inches (15.5 to 16.5 cm).
Recommended foot length: 5.25-5.5 inches (13.3-14 cm)
Recommended foot width: 3-3.25 inches (7.6-8.25 cm)
Recommended insole length: 6-6.5 inches (15.5 to 16.5 cm)
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Baby Shoe Size
Remember, these measurements are just guidelines. Every infant grows up in their very own special way. And at their very own special timeline. Take these numbers with a grain of salt.
Milestones may vary from child to child. So enjoy the journey. Since every baby grows at their own pace, it's always a good idea to measure your baby’s feet for yourself. Get a real time estimate of foot size.
Especially do so before you decide to make any baby shoe purchase. The last thing you want is to have your baby shoes delivered only to find out you got the wrong size.
To read more about when babies start walking, click here.
