Little Love Bug Company

Shoes made the way nature intended. Thank you for your interest in Little Love Bug Company®! My name is Leslie and I created Little Love Bug: after my own two children, whom I call my “Little Love Bugs”. I'm a Mom first and my kids continue to be my absolute joy. I’ve always loved soft sole shoes and the benefits they have for my little bugs. Rigid, constricting shoes, while cute - who doesn’t lov

e the look of those miniature size running shoes - are said to affect foot development in little babes. Did you know there are 26 bones in the foot? Feet move in to proper alignment naturally for a toddler, as long they're not restrained or restricted. I tried to have my littles run around barefoot as much as possible, but read that the American Board of Pediatrics recommend soft sole shoes once children begin to walk to protect their feet from rocks, slivers, temperatures, rough surfaces, etc. The recommendation states that toddlers should continue to be in soft soles until the age of two! I bought many moccasins, loving the idea that they can still feel the floor and have the soft soles that were always suggested, but found that my children would slip as they didn't have enough grip. They would easily rip holes in un-durable bottoms - especially once they were really active. While your little one is sure to have bumps and tumbles as they start to walk, our soles help your toddler have a bit more grip to lessen the slips and trips. They can have the benefit of a soft sole shoe, but with a little more control. Our moccasins are worn and tested by my little love bugs, as well as the littles of my friends and family. As they continue to give their feedback, know that I would love to hear from you too. Please, feel free to reach out with any ideas, tweaks on how we can make things better, or even just your love for our shoes. We rely on recommendations from you - our consumer - to friends, family, and even the random stranger that compliments your cute little bug as they run by. Any support you give us in this way is appreciated.