Happy Feet Play Mats is the home of award-winning products for your little one’s development.
We’re dedicated to enhancing children’s development through engaging and stimulating toys and products.
Our mission is simple yet powerful: we aim to find the best products that support children’s growth, allowing them to flourish physically and mentally.
We believe every child deserves the opportunity to become physically literate and confidently navigate the world around them – all while FUN!
About us
Happy Feet Play Mats is family-run and born out of a passion for finding the best and most stimulating toys and accessories to support the development of our two beautiful children.
Our interest and passion for our children’s development come from our professional backgrounds.
This includes a practising Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist with a keen interest in child development.
It also includes a former sports coach with extensive experience in Young Athlete Development in Fundamental Movement Skills and Fundamental Sports Skills.
Health and development benefits
We were originally attracted to these orthopaedic play mats because we loved how they looked.
When we looked a little deeper, the health and development benefits became apparent.
The mats are designed as orthopaedic play mats to promote healthy foot development, prevent and correct foot disorders and stimulate and develop those all-important fine motor skills.
Most important, they are FUN!
The endless combinations, bright colours, unique patterns and functional designs have meant that our children see the health benefits of these mats, and have great fun playing on them too.
We hope you and your children get as much enjoyment out of these as we are.
The products
BareFoot Therapy Textured Liquid Tiles
We’re very excited about our new Textured Liquid Sensory Tiles. This is our own ALL-new brand called Barefoot Therapy and our very first product, which has been incredibly well received. So much so it sold out once already!
More Than Just A Play Mat – Discover a sensory experience like no other with Barefoot Therapy’s Textured Liquid Sensory Floor Tiles.
Designed to captivate and soothe, these innovative tiles blend vibrant colours, engaging textures and fluid motion, creating a therapeutic tool for children and adults alike.
Available as sets and individually.
Muffik Orthopaedic Sensory Play Mats
Our award-winning Muffik Play Mats are not just mats; they’re a step towards a healthier and happier development for your child.
So don’t start your little ones off on the wrong foot. Join the BareFoot Movement.
Muffik Orthopaedic Sensory Play Mats are specifically crafted to support the healthy development of children.
Shaped like giant jigsaw pieces, they are both fun and familiar, making them easy for everyone to assemble, disassemble and rearrange. Crafted from child-safe PVC, our play mats undergo rigorous testing to meet the highest EU Toy Safety Standards.
Our mats are designed with the primary goal of enhancing foot and lower limb strength, encouraging children to engage their feet and promoting balance.
They play a crucial role in preventing and addressing various common foot and lower limb issues, including valgus ankles and knees, sunken foot arches, flat feet and weakened core muscles, as well as promoting better movement patterns and posture.
The benefits
We’re passionate about the importance of building foot strength in our little ones. We believe it’s a step towards a healthier and happier development for your child.
So don’t start your little ones off on the wrong foot. Join the BareFoot Movement.
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Muscle Strength and Balance
Walking barefoot engages more muscles in the feet, ankles, and lower legs compared to wearing shoes. This can contribute to better muscle development and improved balance, which are crucial for proper motor skill development.
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Sensory Stimulation
Walking barefoot allows a child to experience different textures, temperatures, and surfaces.
This sensory input helps develop their sense of touch and spatial awareness.
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Foot Arch Development
Walking without shoes allows the foot’s arches to naturally develop and strengthen. Arch support is important for maintaining proper foot alignment and distributing body weight effectively.
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Proprioception
Proprioception refers to the body’s ability to sense its position and movement in space. Walking barefoot enhances proprioception, which in turn improves coordination and body awareness.
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Vestibular Stimulation
Walking on uneven surfaces or different textures stimulates the vestibular system, which helps with spatial orientation and balance. This stimulation is important for healthy sensory integration.
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Connection to Nature
Walking barefoot outdoors (or on our Muffik play mats 😉) can provide a deeper connection to nature and the environment. Children can engage their senses and curiosity while exploring different natural surfaces.
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