Wildling Shoes

I sure have. I had to swap out the misconception that I needed sturdy, rigid shoes in place of the knowledge that I needed to strengthen my feet and let them perform as they are intended to. I switched tight, restrictive shoes for the game-changing Wildling minimalist style shoes. No frills, just real comfort.

I used to believe that extra weight while babywearing called for shoes with an iron grip – sturdy and stiff. Turns out, my feet needed something different. Not overly supportive shoes, but an opportunity to breathe and strengthen.

I discovered the Wildling brand a few months into my minimalist journey and felt intrigued by the simplicity. But, I was nervous about buying another shoe when I had a few already. Some of the incredible moms who work there reached out and asked if I’d be interested in trying them. I was excited for the opportunity and chose the Wildling Chestnut – a shoe that I’ve found to be more like a slightly supportive sock. I took them on a trip across the US, and honestly, I forgot I was even wearing shoes. No more uncomfortable moments during travel and no more itching desire to kick off my shoes – just pure comfort.

I didn’t rush into Wildling territory. I started with minimalist shoes featuring a thicker sole. My feet needed time to adapt to minimalist styles after years of restriction. It was a workout, but the results were worth it. By the time I slipped into Wildling, my feet were ready for them, and it was perfection.