When it comes to the month of October and celebrating Halloween, the first thing on our children’s minds is typically how much candy can be collected! The last thing on their minds, however, is their safety.
This is why we have adults, right? It is up to those of us who are in charge to keep the wellbeing of our little ghosts and goblins in mind as we all celebrate safely.
There is plenty of fun for the whole family when it comes to the holiday, but only so long as someone is prioritizing safety as well. Keeping a handful of considerations in mind will ensure everyone’s safety this October.
Americans go all out when it comes to Halloween. Figures from years past show that we pony up over $8.5 billion on costumes, decorations, and candy. That’s just plain frightening!
Yet, there is no price tag we can put on safety. While the focus of Halloween is squarely on the tricks and the treats, safety must become the #1 priority.
The greatest safety spotlight for everyone is avoiding vehicles while running up and down neighborhood streets. In order to give our kids the best chance of staying safe, it is important that parents and other guardians keep a close eye on them while out and about.
It is also important that costumes be designed in a way that vision is not hindered. With the popularity of masks and other accessories that may impair eyesight, the ability to keep our eyes open for potential threats is heavily diminished.
With younger children carrying smartphones and other devices, our little cartoon characters and superheroes have never been more distracted. Along with choosing costumes that do not hinder vision and going with face paint—rather than headgear that covers the face—leaving the electronics at home will help keep children from winding up with an injury this Halloween.
Eyes are often the recipient of abuse on Halloween. From cheap color contacts purchased online that contain harmful chemicals to pokes from swords, sabers, and other costume accessories—eyes are in the line of fire!
All of these ghostly risks can be avoided with the right knowledge and planning during Halloween Safety Month.
