Make this Halloween full of fun and free of worry with these simple tips to keep your little ones safe while they enjoy the festivities.听
Candy Safety听
- Wait to snack: Hold off on eating treats until you鈥檝e had a chance to check them. Toss anything that鈥檚 open or looks suspicious.听
- Know their allergies: If your child has food allergies (like peanuts or dairy), help them understand which candies are safe and which to avoid.
- Brush before bed: After all the sweet fun, make sure your child brushes their teeth to keep cavities away.听
Costume Safety听
- Skip the masks: Choose costumes that don鈥檛 block your child鈥檚 vision鈥攅specially if you鈥檒l be out after dark.听
- Watch for choking hazards: Avoid costumes with small parts like chinstraps or dangling accessories.听
- Test face paint first: Try a small patch on your child鈥檚 arm before applying it to their face to check for any skin reactions.听
- Be seen: Dark costumes can be hard to spot at night. Add reflective stickers or give your child a flashlight to help them shine bright.听
Street Smarts听
- Stay close: Young kids should always stay within sight and never cross the street without an adult.听
- Stick together: Older kids should go out in groups and avoid wandering off alone.听
- Try daytime events: If your neighborhood isn鈥檛 well-lit or doesn鈥檛 feel safe at night, look for local daytime Halloween activities.听
