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The A Bit About... series are guest blogs written by the amazing founders of some of the wonderful local and small businesses we have met, sharing a little of the passion that got them started. Small businesses are such a valuable part of our local community, we really hope we can introduce some new, and very useful, ones to you here.
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How Your Child’s Feet Develop in the Early Years (and why understanding this will make a difference)
From the moment your child is born, their feet are busy doing an extraordinary job. Long before your
little one takes their first steps, their feet are growing, adapting, learning and responding to the world.
Children’s feet are not simply “mini versions” of adult feet. They are soft, malleable and constantly changing, especially during the first five years. Understanding how their feet develop can help you make confident, informed choices that will support your child now a
Sam Chetwood
Jan 4
Hypermobility in Young Children: What It Is, What to Look For and How You Can Support Their Growing Bodies
If your child has extra-bendy joints or slightly “wobbly” movements, it’s possible you’ve received a diagnosis of hypermobility. It’s a common condition in young children and, in most cases, nothing to worry about. Many little ones are naturally flexible and most will grow stronger and steadier as their muscles develop.
However, understanding what hypermobility might look like and how you can support your child can make a huge difference to their comfort, confidence and long
Sam Chetwood
Nov 20, 2025
The Ministry of Silly Walks: Why Toddlers Walk the Way They Do (and When to Worry)
Watching your toddler totter across the room can feel like you're watching an audition for the Ministry of Silly Walks! Those wide, wobbly, sometimes tip-toe steps can look comical, but rest assured, they’re all part of your child’s incredible journey to becoming a confident little mover.
Sam Chetwood
Oct 21, 2025
How the Big Toe Shapes Balance, Posture & Lifelong Healthy Movement
It will come as no surprise to you that I think our feet are absolutely incredible, and I'd love to share my thoughts on one particular part that does more than its fair share of the heavy lifting… the big toe. This small digit plays an outsized role in how we move, balance and stay upright. It does around 40% of the work of all the toes combined, making it’s impact by far the most significant. Balance, stability and movement Every step we take relies on the big toe. It provi
Sam Chetwood
Sep 26, 2025
Nagging Heel Pain? Your Summer Shoes Might be to Blame
Have you been experiencing heel pain? Particularly first thing in the morning?
You're not alone.. this time of year, we hear about a lot of people struggling with sore feet and the most common culprit is plantar fasciitis.
It’s a painful, frustrating condition that tends to flare up when we swap structured, supportive shoes or boots for lighter, flimsier summer options, like flip flops and slides.
Sam Chetwood
Jul 22, 2025
Why Trainers Might Not Be the Best Choice as School Shoes
Trainers have become the go-to for many families, easy to get on, comfy to wear and often allowed for PE days at school. So it’s not surprising that more parents are asking, why not just let kids wear trainers every day? And some schools have started to relax the rules in response. Here's my take on it from a foot health perspective...
Sam Chetwood
Jul 10, 2025
Keeping Little Feet Cool and Comfy This Summer
Summer's finally here, yay 🌞 And sunshine means sandal season, paddling pool fun and the return of bare feet on grass. But warmer weather also raises questions for parents... what should our children be wearing on their feet as the temperature rises? At CeCe & Me, we’re a team of expert children’s shoe fitters working across the UK, supporting families to make informed, confident decisions about their little ones’ footwear. And we’re asked what's best for the British summer
Sam Chetwood
Jun 23, 2025
Back to School: How to Choose the Right Shoes for Growing Feet
With little feet spending over 35 hours a week in their school shoes, finding the right pair isn’t just a box to tick, it’s an investment in their comfort, development and long-term foot health.
Sam Chetwood
Jun 21, 2025
Prewalkers vs First Walkers: What’s Right for Your Child’s First Steps?
Your little one has taken their first steps, a proud moment for you both! But now you’re wondering… what should they wear on their feet?
Sam Chetwood
May 14, 2025
Why Hand-Me-Down Shoes Aren’t the Best Fit for Little Feet
While second-hand clothes are a win, shoes are a different story. Here's why...
Sam Chetwood
Apr 22, 2025
Cushioned soles feel comfortable, but are they good for your feet?
We all want our shoes to be comfortable and for many this will mean footwear with lots of cushioning, but how does this impact your feet?
Sam Chetwood
Feb 25, 2025
Why Letting Your Toddler Walk Barefoot Will Boost Their Brain
The role your child’s feet play in their overall development, particularly in building vital connections in their brain
Sam Chetwood
Nov 4, 2024
Active fun for little feet
Like the rest of our bodies, our feet will be stronger, fitter and healthier with regular exercise. I'm not talking about just taking them for a walk or a run, but more intentional, targeted exercises to improve the strength and mobility of the muscles in our feet. Developing a strong, stable foundation for our bodies has the potential to improve our posture and overall physical health. If we establish these habits early with our children, we can help them understand how good
Sam Chetwood
Nov 21, 2023
Shoe Shape Matters
Do you think about the shape of shoes when buying a new pair, for you or your little one? Or do you think they’re all just shoe-shaped? I admit I didn’t used to give it much thought either, just accepted this was the way shoes were shaped. Now I know differently. Footwear design has been fashion led, not foot led, for far too long, and our feet have suffered because of it. We started out barefoot (still do!), then discovered feet could be protected from the cold and rough sur
Sam Chetwood
Oct 27, 2023
Do you worry your child has flat feet?
Parents often ask about the lack of arches on their children’s feet, worrying they may have flat feet, but if your little one is not yet at school it really shouldn’t be a cause for concern. For most children, arches become visible between the ages of 3 to 6 years old. At birth, babies’ feet are covered in a layer of fat to protect their developing bones. The fatty pads underneath the inner arch are covered in sensory receptors, increasing the surface area of the foot in cont
Sam Chetwood
Sep 22, 2023
Get the fit right and their feet will thank you!
A shoe needs to fit the whole foot to support its healthy development, rather than simply provide room for growth.
Sam Chetwood
Jul 9, 2023
Developing fit & healthy feet
How the foot develops and functions... from gorgeous chubby little baby feet to fit and healthy adult feet
Sam Chetwood
Mar 31, 2023
Bunions
They don’t look good and can be painful and debilitating. So what exactly are they? How do they develop? And what can be done to prevent and treat them? The medical term for a bunion is Hallax Valgus, with hallax referring to the big toe. A bunion forms when the big toe joint becomes misaligned, the big toe starts to move inwards towards the other toes, creating a bony protrusion where the joint sticks out. Once a bunion forms it can get progressively worse as ligaments weake
Sam Chetwood
Jan 25, 2023
Winter feet: Out of sight, not out of mind
Brrr, it’s proper cold now! We’re covered up from head to toe, in many, many layers, so this is a reminder not to forget about your feet hidden away down there. Whether big or small, here’s a few tips about how to keep feet healthy through the winter months. Have you ever heard that if your feet get cold, the rest of your body is likely to follow? It’s something I often heard my mum say, so could easily have no basis in fact, but there is science to back this one up! Our bodi
Sam Chetwood
Dec 16, 2022
Barefoot shoes... what does that even mean?
Have you heard of barefoot shoes? Have you bought them for yourself or your little one? Perhaps you’ve been thinking about it but just not sure whether it’s the right thing for their feet? After all, aren’t shoes needed to support the feet? There is so much conflicting advice available, it’s difficult to decide what’s right! You’ll find much has been written about what children should or shouldn’t wear on their feet and the benefits of barefoot walking. In recent years there
Sam Chetwood
Nov 17, 2021
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