Friday, October 03, 2008

Toddler Halloween Costumes That are Adorable & Safe to Wear

By Susan West

When it comes to making your own infant or toddler Halloween costumes, you can have the time of your life! It may be challenging to find just the right costumes, as you stay within your budget and create a infant or toddler Halloween costume that is both safe to wear while being easy to get in and out of.

The simplest and the safest toddler Halloween costumes or those suited for infants, should not interfere with their movement, their eyesight or their halting walk. They will invariably want to practice this on the steepest of steps leading to a home at which they trick or treat, or that party you permitted them to attend.

TIP: Look for a costume that has room to wear clothing underneath! If the cool evening doesn't beg for extra clothing under that superhero, chances are your little one will eventually get tired of plastic pants and butterfly wings. Find a toddler costume that also allows for a jacket if necessary. If you need to remove the top or bottom of the infant costume, you can still continue on to your favorite Halloween party.

Toddler costumes which are purchased or made should be checked over completely to assure that safety comes first. This includes the review of masks as to not obstruct vision. Far better would be face painting, which in no way interferes with their ability to see what they are walking toward or what may be coming toward them. Flowing costumes which are lengthy should be inspected to be certain that they are not too long and will create hazards when walking or running. Wonderful new toddler Halloween costumes are available which include the use face paints rather than a mask.

Want the safest suit possible? Opt for a suit that has few pieces and no mask. Some cute toddler costume ideas include a monkey, doggy, kitty or princess. Use face paint instead of a mask and easily attach ears or a crown with either a headband or barrettes. A shortened monkey tail will also help avoid potential tripping. TIP: make sure your little prince or princess can easily get in and out of the suit. This makes bathroom breaks as simple as possible!

Infant Halloween costumes should have no small parts which may come loose and placed in a child's mouth while you aren't looking, nor should they have any type of heavy hood materials which might slip down over a child's face while they are placed in the rear of a car in the car seat.

Both infant and Toddler Halloween costumes have become far safer than they once were. Materials used are normally flame retardant. Be certain that yours are, as it is difficult to be constantly aware that a child adheres to safety rules with regard to the candles placed in the jack o' lanterns. Swap candles for glow sticks to be safe.

The whole point of picking out the perfect toddler costume is to have fun! Your costume should reflect this. With a little know-how, it will be easy to find a costume that is safe and interesting, which allows for an exciting and enchanting evening. Edited by Glinda Zuladra

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1 comments:

Janice Lois said...

Agree..! I too prefer adorable & safe Halloween costumes for kids.