Does my toddler have flat feet?

Toddlers don’t have a visible arch in their foot like older children and adults. Instead, at this stage, there’s soft tissue in this area to protect the growing bones. This, combined with the posture babies adopt when they first walk, gives the appearance of a stompy flat foot, but they’ll usually adapt a more adult walking style by the time they start school. However, if you are concerned, there’s no harm in checking in with your GP.