***Content source: http://blogs.babycenter.com/mom_stories/10312011halloween-safety-tips/
1. Dress well. Choose costumes that are bright, and allow kids to walk easily. Avoid costumes with long trains or tails. These can be a tripping hazard. Have your child wear safe, comfortable shoes so he can walk and manipulate stairs and walkways safely. Make sure your wigs, hats and capes are flame resistant.
2. Make sure masks allow your child to see well. If your child can not see with the mask on, opt for non-toxic face make-up.
3. Give your child a flashlight with fresh batteries so that he can navigate his Halloween route.
4. Young children should ALWAYS be accompanied by an adult.
5. Look both ways when crossing the street. Pedestrian accidents are the biggest hazard on Halloween according to Healthychildren.org. Make sure that you only cross in the crosswalk.
6. Check your child’s bag of Halloween treats when they come home. Any opened candy, or suspicious treats should be tossed. You may also want to discuss how much candy is okay. We make sure that the candy stays in the kitchen so it is not eaten in the bedroom. Not only will you have an ant problem, but you want to make sure it is eaten before kids brush their teeth, and not squirreled away for an after bedtime treat!
Please visit Healthychildren.org for a complete list of safety tips.
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