What Should You Consider For The Toddler Halloween Costume?
If you are thinking about buying your baby a Halloween costume this year, there are a couple of things that you need to consider. Most costumes that are made for toddlers and babies will be appropriate as far as not having small pieces and being non-toxic. However, not all costumes will be appropriate for your particular child and for your intended activity. Here are a few things you should consider when buying a Halloween costume for your toddler.
Will your baby wear the costume? Some babies don’t like wearing ball caps or sunglasses. If you are thinking about buying a costume that includes wearing something on the head or face, you should try it out before buying it. Little headbands that have ears or antennas attached are a great example of things your child might not want to wear. The headbands that are horseshoe shaped and sit behind the ears are particularly uncomfortable. Even if your child is remarkably compliant and does keep the headband on, it will likely cause discomfort if left on for any length of time. Try to find ears that attach to a hood rather than a headband. Most babies have spent enough time wearing little stocking caps or little hoody sweatsuits that they will tolerate a hood better than other types of headwear.
Will you be carrying your child? There are plenty of cute costumes out there that come with wings or with turtle shells. These look great while the child is walking around but, as you know, toddlers often only toddle for a short time before getting tired and wanting to be carried. Try the costume out both with your baby on his own two feet and in your arms. If the outfit is awkward when carried, try to find something that is more parent friendly. Unless you can count on your child walking the whole time that you are out trick-or-treating, you should really consider the carry-ability of your child’s costume.
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