I must be a horrible mother.
I can’t say that I remember exactly the first time any of my children took their first steps. But if I check old calendars, I’m sure it’s there, probably with huge circles around the date and smiley faces or stars in the square.
I know that Maddy was around 11 months old, Owen closer to 10, and Cora, well, I know she was walking around at her first birthday party. My kiddos were early movers and shakers–running, riding, scooting, bouncing, swimming, jumping, and cartwheeling well before they were supposed to. I’m not bragging and certainly cannot take credit for their athletic prowess; I’m sure they get it from my husband, and I’m thankful.
But what I do know for sure is that whenever they were close to being ready to walk, I wanted their little feet to be equipped with the right shoes. So we would load our little family into the car and head for Stride Rite so our baby’s tiny feet could get measured and fitted, and then he or she would (try to) walk out of the store with the best shoes on the market.
Today, I’m super excited to share that teachmama readers have the opportunity to win a pair of Stride Rite’s latest and greatest shoe innovations.
Here’s your chance to get your little one started walking on the right foot. . .
- Stride Rite Giveaway: Stride Rite is launching a new “Sensory Response Technology” for its new line of baby shoes. This SRT line of shoes actually improves the way a child learns to walk via a sensory feedback system, an ultra-flexible design that allows for more freedom of movement, and a unique construction that reduces the number of stumbles and falls. I’d say that’s giving a little one the right start, wouldn’t you?
The SRT’s features promote a healthy lifelong walking pattern and provide children:
- a greater feel of the terrain;
- more natural support;
- freedom of movement;
- more overall comfort;
- a removable insole that helps Mom and Dad stay on top of proper sizing (I wish every child’s shoe had this!).
Available in toddler sizes 3 through 8 (including wide and medium), the SRT’s are available in four boys’ styles and seven girls’ styles, all of which are totally cute.
So how will this giveaway work? 5 winners will be chosen to receive one pair of SRT shoes, available in sizes 3 to 8 infant/ toddler (including medium and wide). Each pair is a retail value of $50.
In order to enter, readers must drop me a quick comment to let me know who in your life needs to try these new Stride Rite SRT’s AND fill out the following form: http://bit.ly/zb2Qb
The winners will be chosen by random.org, and the contest will end at midnight on September 28th.
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What an awesome giveaway! I wish Stride Rite had toddler sizes for Captain Computer's now size 9 feet because he could really use another pair of shoes but know 5 other readers will be very happy!
Oooh, great give away! I filled out the form. My dd is a shoe lover at 16 months old and would love another new pair I am sure.
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My youngest daughter could use some new shoes. It would give her a break from her older sisters hand-me-downs.
My youngest daughter is just on the cusp of walking- taking a few steps here and there. She would love some new walkin' shoes!
my son could really use a new pair of shoes!
Great giveaway, and those shoes are cute!
And I wouldn't worry about remembering your babies' first steps. There are a million tiny moments in their lives, and the point is to be present for them, not to freeze them.
We are adopting a little girl who will be home in a few months. We don't have much for her so it would be nice to start off with a new pair of great shoes! ๐
My little girl could use a pair of these beautiful shoes! Thanks!
My 15 month old little boy would LOVE a pair of these wonderful shoes!! I'm not even sure what size he wears! You put shoes on him, and he screams!!!
Great! Thanks for leaving a comment–but make sure you're also filling out the form. Just click on the link, fill out the size you need, and you're in the running!
amy
My newest little niece could use a pair of Stride Rites! They don't sell these in the Philippines so I would love to give these to her as a Christmas present.
Benjamin is the third boy with the wide feet dilemma. Stride Rite has been our savior!
My third son will be walking soon – these seem like a great present for him!
This is my 1st time trying for a give-away on any blog! Maybe I'll win???? My oldest little girl LOVES new shoes. She would be so excited to get a new pair!
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My dd Rebecca could sure use a pair. We just got her (2 years) and big brother (5 years) shoes but I think they just went through a growth spurt and I'm sure by Spring or sooner we will need new pairs. Thanks!
Jessica
Every 3 months, a new pair of shoes. Wow that went fast. Ella could use a new pair for this winter, I am sure.
First, thank you for coming by my blog and for your sweet comment. I am looking into going through an alternative cert program to become a teacher, so your blog is of great interest to me!
Second, I'd like to enter this giveaway! If I won, the shoes would go to my sister's almost 2-year-old. She has three girls all 5 and under, so they're always growing and a free pair of shoes would be most helpful!
My daughter is in need of new shoes! I filled out the form. Thanks for a fabulous giveaway.
How cool! My little lady could use a pair. I love your blog. Thanks for sharing!
I would love to win for my toddler that just about to become a size 8 wearer. We love StrideRite shoes here.
The baby of our family of 6 is now 10 mos old and just itchin' to walk. He's so proud of himself when he walks around holding on to my fingers, he nearly wiggles himself out of my grip with excitement!
If not him, then his 15mo older sister is always looking for new shoes. She's a total shoe girl!
Thanks for the fun drawing!
My 22mo falls constantly. Maybe these would help her poor little knees. I also have a 3mo that will need some eventually. ๐
My daughter could definitely use a pair of these. Although I love the spirit that a girl with constantly skinned knees conveys, it would be nice to see her fall a bit less!
Thanks,
Karen Gerow
I wore Stride Rite shoes as a kid. I'd love some for my 18 month old dd. She is a shoe lover already, but sadly momma's shoes are just too big for her.
My little baby boy will be walking soon and could use some great Stride Rite shoes!
I would love these for my son. He does fine barefoot, but stumbles around as soon as he has shoes on. I didn't even know these existed!
My 19 month old could really use some new shoes for the fall. Based on our other Stride Rite shoes, they would be also be worn by his little brother (due January 2010) eventually!
My daughter Angelina, who is 16 months, would love to tool around in these shoes!
Oh I need these for my little boy, his first birthday is next week and I know he'll be walking around any day now!!!
Indeed this is a very exciting contest. With the end of summer and begining of fall, our 2-year old daughter needs a new pair of shoe for the new season.
I would LOVE to win a pair for my 14 month old. So far I have not had success in finding her the right shoe. She has been walking barefoot all summer but as the weather gets colder i am desperately looking for one she will leave on! LOL.