Right next to Christmas, Halloween is a favorite among children and adults alike. With a holiday marked by candy corn, spooky ghost stories and pumpkin patches, what’s not to love? Your kids might know this holiday best as “free candy day.” While the thought of your kids gobbling down tons of chocolate might not thrill you, trick-or-treating can be a fun and joyous time for both adults and children. By following a few Halloween safety tips and trick-or-treat hacks, both you and your children can enjoy the seasonal spirit.
Take a quick look at some of our safety tips and hacks before setting off on your night of candy-seeking adventures!
Travel in Groups: One of the best trick-or-treat tips is also one of the most fun — embarking on your adventure with friends and family. Let your children’s friends and family tag along to ensure no doorbell on the block goes unrung and no candy is foregone. Traveling in groups is also safer and the time will seem to fly by as adults chat it up with fellow parents.
Hit the Decorated Homes: When trick-or-treating, make sure your kids visit the most seasonal-friendly homes. A decorated home means the homeowner is more than likely in the Halloween spirit and will be handing out candy. Homes with porch lights on and with people sitting outside are also a good indicator that children will find some tasty treats at these dwellings.
Carry Multiple Bags: We’ve all seen the aftermath of a long, successful night of trick-or-treating. Those plastic bags are no match for pounds upon pounds of candy! Use smaller bags and swap them out with a new one once your child’s bag begins to get full. They won’t have to carry heavy bags, and the smaller bags make it easier to ration the candy afterward.
Dress Comfortably: There’s nothing worse than walking through miles of neighborhoods with a hot sweaty mask plastered to your face the whole night. Whether it’s warm or cold, make sure to dress yourself and your children appropriately. Avoid uncomfortable masks that can cause discomfort. Make sure everyone is wearing comfy shoes. Once they see your kids’ adorable faces, shoes are the last thing your neighbors will look at. After all of the walking, your feet will also thank you.
Inspect and Ration: Make sure the candy your kids received is safe by inspecting each piece before consumption. Any candy with suspicious rips or tears should be discarded. Set aside any candy that affects your children’s allergies, too. Don’t let them eat the whole bag of candy Halloween night either, or you’ll wake up to moans of tummy-aches and regret. Divide the candy up into sandwich baggies to make rationing easier.
Keep your festivities fun by ensuring your children have the optimal candy-fest and safest Halloween night.