Dream Merino™ for cozy indoor steps
Pull-on merino slippers with a rubber sole for grip and a close, sock-like fit.
Merino inside and out keeps little feet warm without overheating, and wicks moisture away from sweaty feet so they stay drier. Measure your child’s foot to choose a size; the Size & fit guide shows how.
“Little feet need warmth on cool floors. I chose knit merino for the inside and the outside, so their feet sit against merino, and added a flexible rubber sole for grip that bends with their natural stride.”
Ali Hui
Little Kicks are indoor slippers designed for hardwood, tile, and indoor play. The flexible rubber sole bends with every step.
Measure their foot, not their age or shoe size. Stand your child on a sheet of paper, mark the back of the heel and the tip of the longest toe, and measure between the marks. Choose the size whose inside length is about 0.5 cm (0.2 in) longer than their foot.
| US size | Inside length | Age (rough guide) |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | 13.3 cm (5.2 in) | 12–18 mo |
| 7 | 14.1 cm (5.6 in) | 18–24 mo |
| 8 | 15.0 cm (5.9 in) | 2 yr |
| 9 | 15.8 cm (6.2 in) | 2½–3 yr |
| 10 | 16.7 cm (6.6 in) | 3–4 yr |
| 11 | 17.5 cm (6.9 in) | 4–5 yr |
| 12 | 18.4 cm (7.2 in) | 5–6 yr |
| 13 | 19.2 cm (7.6 in) | 6–7 yr |
| 1 | 20.1 cm (7.9 in) | 7–8 yr |
| 2 | 20.9 cm (8.2 in) | 8–9 yr |
Example: a foot that measures 14.5 cm needs size 8 (15.0 cm inside).
Little Kicks pull on, with no laces, straps or anything to tighten, so they fit close to the foot like a sock rather than a sneaker. Please don’t size up a full centimeter for them to grow into. With nothing to tighten, the extra room makes them loose and they’ll slip off. The merino softens and molds to your child’s foot as they wear them, so they settle in and become their own.
The sole is made from flexible rubber that bends easily with your child’s natural foot movement, supporting balanced walking without stiff, clunky weight.
Knit merino on the outside, the inside and the inner sole, for breathable warmth. Underneath is a plain rubber sole with our foli print and the Forever Little logo.
Follow the care label on the slipper. For everyday care, gently spot clean the knit merino with a damp cloth and mild wool detergent. Air dry away from direct heat. Do not machine wash.
These are the only slippers that stay on his feet. The rubber sole bends so easily that he can still toddle around naturally.1.2K
You can feel the quality of the Australian merino straight out of the box. Nothing else we own compares.847
They're so cute, and the knit really is soft. They go on easily and they've been great on our wood floors.2.3K
I found out "bamboo" fabric is actually rayon made with a chemical process. Switched to merino and never looking back.596
Started with one piece to test it, and now half his drawer is merino. I'm hooked.1.8K
Perfect for crawling and first steps around the house. I've had lots of compliments at playgroup.412
Everyone pushed bamboo on me at my baby shower. Honestly, merino is in a different league.3.1K
They're warm without being sweaty. Comfortable enough that she wears them all day.729
My mom knitted with merino for years and says this is the real deal. Fine, soft and beautifully made.1.5K
Exploring cool indoor floors calls for warm, breathable footwear. Knit merino wool naturally regulates foot temperature so tiny toes stay cozy, while a flexible rubber sole bends with every step.
The same fleece that carries sheep through hot days and cold nights now protects little feet.
Nature’s temperature buffer.
Merino wool fibers feature a natural microscopic crimp that holds pockets of air. On cool floors, these air pockets insulate. When toddlers are on the move, the wool breathes naturally.
Let the fiber do the breathing.
Merino absorbs moisture vapor and releases it into the air, helping your little one stay comfortable as they warm up and cool down.
Fresher between washes.
Merino wool fibers naturally trap odor molecules inside the fiber structure, locking them away until washing. Your baby’s slipper stays fresher between laundry cycles.
Independent studies on superfine wool explain why we build around merino.
Sleeping in wool promoted faster sleep onset compared to cotton, in a laboratory study of 17 young adults at 63°F.
A 12-week crossover trial of 39 children aged 4 weeks to 3 years, comparing superfine merino clothing with standard cotton.
Sportswear trials examining next-to-skin microclimates during temperature shifts.
These studies evaluated wool clothing and textiles generally, not this specific slipper. They explain why we choose merino; they do not show this product treats eczema or helps babies sleep longer.
Not all soft fabrics breathe. Here is how natural merino compares to rayon viscose and polyester.
| Fiber property | Our choiceMerino | Bamboo viscose | Polyester fleece |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moisture management | Vents moisture vapor | Holds wet liquid | Traps sweat |
| Temperature shifts | Natural crimp insulates | Cold when wet | Prone to overheating |
| Fabric processing | Naturally grown fiber | Chemical solvent bath | Petroleum plastic synthesis |
| Softness next to skin | Superfine, not scratchy | Smooth and soft | Depends on finish |
In textiles, “bamboo” means rayon viscose made by chemically dissolving plant pulp.
Nurse-designed for active indoor play, with a close, sock-like fit.
No. Little Kicks are crafted specifically as indoor slippers for home, daycare, and travel. Use outdoor shoes for pavement and wet surfaces.
Elastic on the inside of each ankle hugs the foot, so they stay on through crawling, walking and running. A pull tab at the back makes them easy to get on. The fit matters most: measure your child’s foot and choose the size with about 0.5 cm of room.
Do not machine wash or submerge in water. Gently spot clean dirt from the knit merino outer using a damp cloth and liquid wool wash, then air dry.
US sizes 6 through 13, plus 1 and 2, with inside lengths from 13.3 cm to 20.9 cm. Choose by your child’s foot length rather than age or shoe size. The full chart is in the Size & fit guide.
No. Aim for about 0.5 cm of room, not a full centimeter. Little Kicks pull on and have nothing to tighten, so extra room makes them loose and they’re likely to slip off. A close fit lets the merino mold to the foot and wear well.
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