29/10/2026
It's one of the first questions parents ask: is my baby in pain?
The reassuring part comes first. According to Dr. Isaac Daizade, orthopedic surgeon and developer of UNFO, in mild to moderate cases babies don't experience discomfort or pain from pigeon-toed feet. Your baby isn't suffering, and that's important to know.
But no pain now doesn't always mean no problem later. Without treatment, the problem may develop as the child grows.
As children, they may trip or fall often, because of the way the feet interact while walking.
Later in life, untreated cases may contribute to problems such as:
• Pain on the outer side of the foot, from extra stress on that side
• Deformities of the toes, such as hallux valgus (bunions)
• Stress fractures in the bones of the foot
• Discomfort and difficulty with everyday footwear
In severe cases that are left untreated and worsen over time, surgery may be considered.
This isn't meant to scare you. It's meant to explain why orthopedists take a curved baby foot seriously even when the baby seems perfectly happy. The early months are when the foot is softest and most flexible, and that's the time to find out whether it needs attention.
If you've noticed your baby's feet turning inward, ask your pediatrician for an evaluation by a pediatric orthopedist. Most of the time, a clear answer early on means fewer worries later.
Is your baby under 9 months? All you need is a diagnosis from an orthopedist. Learn more at unfo-med.com.
