Halloween is an exciting time of year, especially for families with young children. To ensure that your Halloween festivities are both fun and safe, TFI has compiled this helpful guide. Follow these tips for selecting costumes, checking candy, ensuring visibility, and navigating neighborhoods safely.
1. Ensure Proper Fit: Ill-fitting costumes can cause trips and falls. Make sure costumes are the right length and fit comfortably. Avoid oversized shoes and long capes or dresses.
2. Avoid Sharp Objects: Opt for soft, flexible accessories instead of sharp swords or wands. This minimizes the risk of injury.
3. Test Makeup: If face paint or makeup is part of the costume, test it on a small patch of skin beforehand to check for allergic reactions. Use non-toxic and FDA-approved makeup.
4. Comfort is Key: Ensure your child is comfortable and can move freely. Consider the weather and add layers if it’s cold or choose lighter fabrics if it’s warm.
1. Inspect All Treats: Examine all candy and treats for any signs of tampering, such as unusual packaging, discoloration, or pinholes. When in doubt, throw it out.
2. Check for Allergens: If your child has food allergies, read the ingredient labels carefully and avoid homemade treats or items without clear ingredient lists.
3. Homemade Treats: Only allow your child to consume homemade treats from people you know and trust.
4. Sort and Discard: Remove any choking hazards for young children, such as small hard candies, gum, or toys with small parts.
1. Bright Costumes: Choose bright, light-colored costumes. If the costume is dark, add reflective tape or stickers to make your child more visible to drivers.
2. Use Glow Sticks and Flashlights: Equip your child with glow sticks, glow bracelets, or flashlights. This helps them see and be seen by others.
3. Buddy System: Encourage children to trick-or-treat in groups. There’s safety in numbers!
4. Stay on Well-Lit Streets: Stick to well-lit streets and avoid dark alleys or poorly lit areas. Only visit homes with porch lights on.
1. Plan a Route: Plan and discuss the trick-or-treating route in advance. Stick to familiar neighborhoods and set a designated meeting point in case anyone gets separated.
2. Stay on Sidewalks: Always use sidewalks where available. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic as far to the left as possible.
3. Cross Safely: Cross streets at crosswalks or intersections. Look both ways!
4. Hold Hands: For younger children, hold their hands when crossing streets or navigating crowded areas.
5. Avoid Distractions: Encourage children to stay off their phones and be alert while walking. This helps them stay aware of their surroundings and reduces the risk of accidents
By following these tips, families can enjoy a fun-filled and safe Halloween. TFI wishes you a spooky and delightful Halloween celebration! Are you still up in arms about what to do for a costume? Click HERE for some DIY and last-minute Amazon ideas!!