Since popular costumes are sold out quickly, it is not too early to shop for or plan to make your child's Halloween costume. And that means thinking about how to make sure that costume is safe.
Some tips to make sure your child's Halloween costume is safe include:
choose a costume made of flame retardant material
costumes should be short enough so that they don't cause your child to trip and fall
for good visibility, add some reflective tape to the costume or bag he is using to carry candy or make/choose a costume made of bright material that is visible in the dark
masks should fit securely and allow your child to see well and not hinder visibility
if using face paint, make sure it is nontoxic and hypoallergenic
knives, swords and other props should be made of a flexible material, so that they don't pose a hazard if fallen on
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