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Everyone loves a wacky and wild Halloween night, but with a little caution (and planning ahead) you can be sure your little ghouls and ghosts stay safe while they enjoy the most delightfully creepy night of the year. Here are some ideas from the American Academy of Pediatrics to keep your family’s Halloween running smoothly:

If trick-or-treating after dark, make sure all children and escorts have flashlight with fresh batteries.

Consider using non-toxic makeup or hats instead of masks for costumes; masks can limit or block eyesight, making tripping and tumbles more likely.

Flashlights and glowsticks are safer ways to light your jack-o’-lantern. If you do use a candle, a votive candle is safest.

When preparing for visiting trick-or-treaters, clear the porch and front yard of anything a child could trip over, such as garden hoses, toys, bikes, and lawn decorations. Don’t forget to check outdoor lights and replace burned out bulbs.

Wait until you arrive home to sort and check treats. Though tampering is rare, a responsible adult should closely examine all treats and throw away all spoiled, unwrapped, or suspicious items.

From all of us at Little Urbanites, we wish you and your family a safe, fun Halloween!

Soon it will be Halloween, a holiday that creates a lifetime memories for children. Sometimes it takes some inspiration to think of last minute Halloween costumes. I did some research online and pulled together some ideas. Please feel free to send in your ideas and pictures.

This is from the Disney Family Fun website and I think it is super easy and cute for your baby or toddler. Check out the easy instructions and the pattern for the felt hat!

I loved Pippi Long Stocking as a kid and when I came across this picture on coloryourlife.com I thought it was too cute not to post. To create this costume I would braid her hair and place pipe cleaners in her hair. Check out this you tube video on how to style the hair. You can spray her hair red/orange or use a wig. Then let your child pick out some mismatched knee highs and socks. You can use an apron and stitch on or color some patches. Use face Paint to make freckles and that’s it. Super Fun!

All you need for this one is a blue turtle neck, some face paint, and a bag of feathers from the craft store. To make this costume use a hot glue gun and glue the feather to a shower cap. You may want to spray their hair the same color as the feathers.

Photo from Real Simple

This costume is so great for Pacific NW weather. If your child already has a rain coat, boots, and an umbrella you are almost done with the costume. Get out the hot glue gun and glue some stuffed animals onto the umbrella. Maybe your little guy wants it to rain frogs. Why Not?

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