{"product_id":"duckies-slip-on-lavender","title":"Duckies Slip-On Lavender","description":"\u003cp\u003eDuckies are lightweight, flexible shoes designed for babies and toddlers taking their first steps (roughly 6–24 months) and beyond. Supporting first steps to high-energy play.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are an alternative to clogs and sneakers for first‑time walkers. Duckies are designed with podiatrist‑approved features: wide toe box, flexible sole, breathable mesh.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSimply throw your Duckies in a cold, gentle wash to keep them fresh and hygienic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Wide toe box design\u003cbr\u003e• Grippy non-slip rubber sole\u003cbr\u003e• Light and breathable\u003cbr\u003e• Highly flexible\u003cbr\u003e• Machine washable\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*No socks needed but optional if you like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat age are Duckies Slip-Ons for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDuckies are designed for babies and toddlers who are learning to walk, roughly from around 9 months up to 3 years depending on foot length and size chosen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should they fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe recommend a snug heel and enough room to wiggle toes, with about a thumb-width of space in front of the longest toe so little feet can grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan my child wear them without socks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the soft, breathable knit upper is comfortable on bare feet, and many parents use them without socks, especially in warmer weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre they OK for daycare and outdoor play?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grippy rubber sole is made for everyday use on tiles, floorboards, playgrounds, and footpaths, so they work well for daycare and trips outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I wash Duckies?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePop them in a cold machine wash inside a laundry bag, then air dry out of direct sun – they dry quickly and are ready for the next adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuckies shoes have been independently tested and officially endorsed by a practising paediatric podiatrist,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enot as a paid partnership\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebut based on their design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are b\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003euilt around the key features recommended in children’s footwear for new walkers: flexible, lightweight soles, wide toe area, and room for little feet to move, spread, and develop naturally. Approved for new walkers and young children, Duckies focus on healthy foot development rather than stiff “supportive” fashion styles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1950\/9293\/files\/sizechart-desk_e83ac413-a51c-41da-bbd3-b784e86e90aa.webp?v=1787097063\" alt=\"\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DUCKIES","offers":[{"title":"5 (14-20 months)","offer_id":67359276040237,"sku":"DUCKIES-LAVENDER-5","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 (9-14 months)","offer_id":67359276073005,"sku":"DUCKIES-LAVENDER-4","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 (6-9 months)","offer_id":67359276105773,"sku":"DUCKIES-LAVENDER-3","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/1950\/9293\/files\/6_4215190f-7801-48b6-826f-c536316c2681_1.jpg?v=1786938076","url":"https:\/\/www.babicollective.com\/products\/duckies-slip-on-lavender","provider":"babi collective","version":"1.0","type":"link"}