Halloween's Real Risks

By Kristen Finello, Parenting
 
See Also
Safety-proof your child's costume with these tips - Parenting.com

A poisoned treat may top your worry list, but such cases are actually very uncommon. On the other hand, your child is four times more likely to be fatally injured by a motor vehicle on Halloween than any other day of the year. To protect your princess or superhero:

* Add reflective tape to costumes and trick-or-treat bags, and give your child a flashlight.

* Walk together on sidewalks, if available, and cross only at corners and pedestrian walkways.

* Leave bikes, skateboards, and in-line skates at home.

* Be sure that costumes aren't too long, shoes fit well, and masks don't make it hard to see (or breathe!).



PRINT
Quick Poll

What's the most you've ever spent on a single kid's holiday gift?

Less than $100
$100 to $200
More than $200
I'm trying to forget


ADVERTISEMENT
Popular on Parenting.com
Popular on Parenting.com
 
Photo Galleries

10 Superpowers of Pregnant Women

Pregnant? How those crazy body changes turn you into Wonder Woman (plus one)

Pregnancy Super Powers
promotion
 

Blog: Family Budget Boot Camp

Natasha: "As of today, I've paid off one card. It's a small victory, not because it was the one with the lowest balance, but because I've been in a funk. I've never been more exhausted in my life." Updated frequently.

Blog: The Parenting Post

Denene at My Brown Baby: "Kids are experts at finding the hidden, and that little flimsy lock was no match for the wits of a curious preteen and her big brother. If we wanted to see it, it was going to get seen. But this? This I wasn't ready for." Updated Daily!

The Best Toys of 2009

We're giving away over $900 worth of toys! Enter BOTH giveaways once a day until December 14
Holidays

NEW! Holiday Hints Newsletter

Get ready for the holidays with our latest e-mail newsletter -- with helpful tips that'll take you from Thanksgiving to New Year's