We all know we should walk more. Just like "drink more water" and "get to bed earlier", it's on the list of things we intend to do and somehow never quite manage. Life is busy, mornings are chaotic and it's often just easier to just jump in the car. But you might already be doing more than you realise. The walk to school, the stroll to the park, the amble to a friend's house. They all count. And the evidence for what they do for our bodies and our children's developing minds is remarkable.

You've quite possibly heard the term "barefoot shoes", maybe from another parent at playgroup, a well-meaning relative or a deep dive down an internet rabbit hole at midnight. And if you're anything like most of the parents we meet, you're not entirely sure what to make of it. Are they really better? Don't children need support? And what does "barefoot" even mean if they're still actually wearing shoes? These are all questions we've been asked and we're here to help you cut through the noise.

I’m delighted to share that I’ve been invited to join the judging panel for the 2026 Club Hub Awards, celebrating excellence in the children’s activities sector across the UK. As the founder of CeCe & Me, my work has always centred around supporting families during those precious early years, listening to parents, understanding their concerns and helping them feel confident in their decisions. Over the years, I’ve seen first-hand just how important children’s activity providers are in shaping...