Conditions / Children’s feet
Children’s feet
“Is that normal?” — one of the most common things parents ask us. Kids’ feet are still developing; some quirks are typical, others are worth a gentle check.
Most children’s foot concerns are simply part of growing up — and we’ll always tell you honestly when that’s the case.
What’s normal — and what’s worth a look
In-toeing (feet or toes pointing inward when walking), flexible flat feet, and growing pains at night are a normal part of development for most children. Sever’s disease — heel pain during growth spurts, typically between ages 8 and 14 — is another common, usually self-limiting cause of heel pain in active kids.
It’s worth having checked if your child is limping, favouring one foot over the other, complaining of pain that wakes them at night, or if something you’ve noticed isn’t improving with age — these don’t necessarily mean something’s wrong, but they’re reasonable, common reasons for a proper look rather than “waiting to see.”
How we can help
- Paediatric gait and posture assessment
- Honest, age-appropriate explanations
- Guidance for parents, not just treatment for kids
Reviewed by Burwood Podiatry. This page is general information, not a diagnosis — book an assessment for advice about your own feet.