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Step 1
Use non-toxic face paint instead of masks. Masks have small openings for the eyes that can limit the child's peripheral vision. Masks can also restrict breathing and can have bands to hold them in place that are potential hazards should they be tightened around the neck. Masks also prevent parents from seeing the child's facial expressions which may tell you if the child is frightened or upset.
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Step 2
Shorten or remove long tails or strings that can pose strangulation risks. Make sure that tails on the Halloween costumes aren't long enough to wrap around the child's neck. Also, remove or re-sew any loose buttons or other decorations on the costume to prevent choking hazards.
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Step 3
Add strips of reflective tape to the back and front of the Halloween costume. This will help drivers and others see your child in the dark and won't take anything away from your trick-or-treaters' fun.
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Step 4
Make sure your child is warm enough or cool enough in their Halloween costume. Most parents worry about keeping their children warm enough while out on Halloween, but overheating can be a problem as well. This is particularly true in babies who are kept in bunting costumes. It's easy to forget how long they've been in there and they can't always communicate their discomfort.
