Designed with love and Approved by the American Podiatric Medical Association for promoting healthy foot development pediped footwear combines comfort and fashion into a shoe that is pediatrician recommended. Their construction enables babies to sense the ground beneath their feet as they learn how to walk, and to develop foot strength as they grasp with their little toes. This Grip 'n' Go™ boot style had adjustable rip tape closure and is waterproof and machine washable.