subject: Tips For Fun And Safety On Baby's First Halloween [print this page] A baby's first Halloween is very exciting for parents, who often search high and low for the perfect costume and take tons of pictures with friends and family. But before you take baby out trick-or-treating, make sure you pay heed to these tips:
1) Avoid Constricting Costumes and Accessories - Masks and tight costumes can be very uncomfortable or frightening for baby, and many will cry or fight against any costume that restricts movement. There is a wide variety of costumes for babies and toddlers that use little hats instead of mask, leaving baby's face uncovered. Make sure costumes also allow baby to move freely.
2) Avoid Scary Masks and Costumes - Don't be surprised if older babies are frightened by other people's masks and costumes as well. This is not a time to instill fear into your baby. Sometimes adults and older children find it funny to show babies "the ropes" without realizing they can inadvertently scare infants.
3) Keep Weather Conditions in Mind - When choosing your costume, keep in mind what your weather will most likely be that time of year. In the northern part of the U.S., it is not unusual for children to wear coats over their costumes. The more south you go, you may have children overdressed in 80 degree weather. That adorable fur bear or lion outfit may not be the most comfortable outfit for baby if you live in an area that's still a bit warm on Halloween. Don't over or under-dress baby.
4) Plan ahead with Friends and Family - If you plan on visiting Grandma or Uncle Bob, make sure they know ahead of time. Give them a call a couple days in advance to make arrangements, so you can be sure they're home when you show up to take pictures with the special people in baby's life. This will prevent disappointment, and will ensure you've got all the pictures you need for documenting baby's first Halloween.
With some extra care and planning, Halloween and your baby's first trick or treat experience can be most memorable for everyone involved. Who knows, that adorable first Halloween costume might find its way into the senior year book later. No matter what costume you choose or how you remember the day, keep the tips and suggestions above in mind for a safe, happy and fun Halloween.
by: Kelly Cannon
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