about us
Giggles & Wiggles was created to solve a simple but meaningful problem for families in Greenpoint: a place to find the best shoes and educational toys for your kids.
At Giggles & Wiggles we offer expert, in-person children’s shoe fittings alongside a thoughtfully curated selection of high-quality, educational, and sustainable toys. Every product in the shop is chosen with care, focusing on comfort, durability, and developmental value.
We’re proud to be part of Greenpoint and to serve the families who make it home.
meet melanie
Giggles & Wiggles was founded by Melanie, a Greenpoint mom who saw a need in her community and decided to do something about it.
When she couldn’t find a local place to properly fit her child for shoes, she realized other families were likely facing the same challenge. She also wanted a place to discover thoughtfully chosen toys—ones that are educational, sustainable, and truly engaging for little ones.
What started as a personal frustration became a neighborhood shop built with care, intention, and a deep understanding of what growing families need.
what we offer
👟 Kids' shoes for ages 0–5 — from squishy first-steps to playground-ready kicks, in styles that keep up with busy little feet
📏 Expert in-person shoe sizing — we measure, we fit, we double-check the wiggle room, so every pair actually fits (growing feet deserve it!)
🌧️ Season-ready footwear — splash sandals for sprinkler season, rain boots for puddle-jumpers, and everything in between
🧸 Educational & developmentally appropriate toys — thoughtfully curated by age (0–24 months and 2–5 years) to spark curiosity, build skills, and earn their spot in the toy bin
🌱 Quality you can feel good about — we choose healthy foot development, comfort, durability, safety, and sustainability first, every time
🎁 Gifting made easy — curated baby & toddler gifts, gift cards, and a handwritten note option, so you can show up to every birthday like a hero
🖼️ Kids' décor — playful art and pieces that make little rooms feel like their rooms
🧢 Accessories for every adventure — hats, bibs, socks, and sunglasses for your most stylish sidekick
🎶 Community events all year long — weekly music classes, mom run clubs, CPR workshops, pop-up markets, and park playdates that bring Greenpoint families together
💛 A neighborhood shop with heart — mom-owned and run right here in Greenpoint, built by a local parent who gets it
our mission
At Giggles & Wiggles, our mission is to bring joy and confidence to growing families through thoughtfully curated shoes and toys that support healthy development and promote belly giggles and toe wiggles along the way.