Before you and your child head out for a night of trick or treat, make sure you choose a Halloween costume that will keep your child safe.
The U.S. National Safety Council offers these suggestions:
- Only choose costumes that are flame-retardant.
- Choose loose-fitting costumes so your child can wear warm clothes underneath.
- Make sure your child's costume is the right length. Costumes that are too long can cause your child to trip and fall.
- If your child will be out after dark, make sure the costume is reflective, or you can add strips of reflective tape.
- Use makeup instead of a mask, which could obstruct your child's vision.
- If your child does wear a mask, make sure that it has large holes around the eyes, mouth and nose.
- If your child is carrying an accessory such as a sword or knife, make sure it is made of a soft, flexible material.
Your mother probably urged you to eat a healthy breakfast, noting it was the day's most important meal.
She was right, says the Nemours Foundation, which offers these suggestions on how to refuel your kids to begin their day:
- Keep your kitchen full of healthy, quick and easy breakfast choices.
- If morning time is at a premium, try to prepare for breakfast the night before. Set out dishes, prepare and cut up food, etc.
- Wake your family 10 minutes earlier than usual to allow time for breakfast.
- Encourage your child to help decide what to have for breakfast. The child can even help prepare it.
- Have on-the-go breakfast options ready for mornings when you're running late, including fresh fruit, yogurt, trail mix, and individual boxes of cereal.
- Pack a nutritious snack for your child if he or she isn't hungry first thing in the morning.
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