Unfortunately it is something that you just have to manage the best way you can. My eldest still gets really sore and achy feet, especially after he plays footy and all we can do is manage it by regular chiro visits to check his spine alignment and replace his shoes before they get too worn out and less supportive. Same with DD - as soon as her shoes get worn we replace them and we don't have as many problems. It's tough though, especially when they are so young, because you know it may be a problem they have well into adulthood.
I have no arches and am completely flat footed (I do an awesome footprint with paint!). My parents never picked it up or worried about it. I also have overpronation (I think that's what its called). At 43 its only ever affected me being able to stand still in one place for a long time - so I avoided working as a check out chick and instead was a waitress and ran around fine. I don't like to stand in queues either. I think just watch it over time and see how she develops.
Oh and I have never worn inserts or had any joint problems.
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