11/12/2025
Yes its winter, but hear me out 🙃
👣 Each foot has over 200,000 nerve endings that communicate to the brain! Covering them up can block the sensory information to the brain.
👣 Barefoot babes are allowed to explore different textures such as carpet, grass, wood, dirt - sending more sensory information to the brain, leading to better balance and spatial awareness, fewer falls and better coordination overall.
👣 Being barefoot starts to integrate primitive reflexes (reflexes we are born with). This is a SUPER important step for all neurological development.
Also! A barefoot babe is able to ground more easily, calming the nervous system - and who doesn't want a calm baby 🤪
It's all about balance, per usual. But if babe is inside where it's warm, get those socks and shoes off!
