Problems

• Engorgement - Most common 3 or 4 days after birth. Your breasts overfill with milk, making them feel heavy and hard. Your milk production will probably settle down after a few days; try expressing a little milk before feeds.

• Blocked duct - maybe caused by engorgement; try offering affected breast first when baby's sucking is strongest - this may clear blockage. Keep your nipples clean and wear a well-fitting bra.

• Sore nipple - Can be caused by baby incorrectly latching on. Try rubbing milk on nipple after a feed.

* Safe closures. Make sure that your baby’s shoes fasten well. Double-knot laces so that they are less likely to come undone and make sure buckle straps are secure without being too tight. Velcro fasteners are easiest option.

* It is normal to have a slight discrepancy in foot size between two feet; you want to make sure to go with shoe size that fits larger foot. Allow about one-half inch of space at end of longest toe to end of shoe. The toes should be able to wiggle freely, and heel should not slip with normal walking.

* Get shoe that is most comfortable for your child, even if it is not same size that measurement device indicates. Be aware that sizing differs with each shoe company, so refer to their respective sizing charts. It is advisable to inspect shoe fit every couple of weeks, to insure continuing comfort of your child’s feet.

Because of their unique ability to make sounds, Pip Squeakers shoes may be of interest to parents of children with disabilities who may have vision or mobility problems.