Children’s Foot Problems - Spring Hill, Brooksville, Homosassa FL - Podiatrist Charles Chapel, DPM br br Podiatrist Dr. Charles Chapel of Chapel Podiatry discusses the symptoms, causes and treatments for Children’s Foot Problems. br br br Children's Feet br Children with strong, healthy feet avoid many kinds of lower extremity problems later in life. That's why it is important to inspect your children's feet periodically. br Infants br The size and shape of your baby's feet change quickly during their first year. Because a baby's feet are flexible, too much pressure or strain can affect the shape of their feet. It's important to allow baby to kick and stretch their feet freely. Also, make sure shoes and socks do not squeeze the toes. br Toddlers br Do not to force a toddler to walk before she is ready. Once walking begins, watch the toddler's gait. Many toddlers have a pigeon-toe gait, which is normal.