Benefits of Being Barefoot

The last few days we’ve been discussing benefits of sensory input and learning and development. Research shows us that engaging in sensory input enhances cognitive development 🧠 Appropriate amounts of sensory input can also be calming and organizing for kids, which allows them to better engage in a learning environment🤓 So far, we’ve looked at sensory input for the hands/fingers as well as with eating.
An often overlooked opportunity for sensory input is in your feet! 🦶🏻🦶🏻🦶🏻
Allowing children to go barefoot gives the thousands of nerve endings on the soles of their feet the opportunity to process a variety of textures and temperatures. .
Occupational and physical therapists report that waking, running, and playing barefoot helps strengthen the muscles in the feet and ankles, engaging the arch of the foot, and foster appropriate gait. .
Recent research also reveals health benefits associated with walking barefoot by increasing our number of negative electrons in our bodies. These negative electrons can help combat pain, poor sleep and fatigue.

Do your kids like to play barefoot? Mine for sure did NOT, and needed some persuading and exposure to it over time. Now he loves it! What has your experience been?? Share below! 👇🏻
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To learn more about these benefits check out these articles below!
https://www.ecoexplorers.com.au/5-reasons-why-you-should-let-your-child-go-barefoot/

https://www.educationalplaycare.com/blog/sensory-play-important-development/