Mom to Mom: Facts About Flat Feet

Here are three quick answers to questions about when children have flat feet.

Do children grow out of their flat feet?
We’re all born with flat feet. As we approach the age of five to seven we start grow a little bit of an arch. So, if you haven’t developed an arch by that time you’re never going to have one.

Can you grow an arch?
So, you definitely can’t just form an arch. However, we do have these cute little inserts, they’re orthotics for kids, and by putting your foot into a better position, and more anatomic position you can cause the muscle and the bones to form in a more normal shape hence giving you the effect of a little bit more of an arch.

Does wearing a device like this make you social awkward?
It actually does the opposite. When kids have this in their shoe they are faster, they’re less tired, they don’t get left out of games and team sports. They’re ready to give it their all and be their best, and so it makes them feel actually more social and be more involved with team sports and just everything in general.

Visit our Mom To Mom page for more stories or visit the Mom To Mom Facebook page.