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- Baby NamesThe Spookiest Vampire and Witch Names for 2019Historically, witches and vampires have had villainous and evil reputations, and rightfully so. But over time, many people have come to love representing their rebellious and magical behaviors by giving a child or pet a mystical or spooky name. ...Miranda Altice
- Entertainment and Activities10 Trunk or Treating Decorating Themes Your Kids Will LoveDo you have a trunk or treat event coming up? If you’re not familiar with trunk or treating, this has become a popular way for families to set up a contained and safe environment for kids’ trick or treating. By decorating the backs of their...Charise Rohm Nulsen
- Halloween12 Spine-Tingling Halloween Movies for TeensYour teen probably isn't dressing up to go trick-or-treating, anymore, but they probably still love a good spooky Halloween movie. This year, help your teenagers plan a spooktacular movie night with a few age-appropriate and spine-tingling mov...Kelly Sundstrom
- Entertainment and ActivitiesIs It Okay to Take My Baby Trick or Treating?As with any holiday, your child’s first Halloween is almost like a rite of passage. What could be cuter than a tiny little baby in an adorable costume? It is the perfect picture opportunity and excuse to show your precious little one off to the...Jennifer Caffelle
- Food7 Pinterest-Approved Halloween Party TreatsThe sight of pumpkins, ghouls, Hocus Pocus on repeat and spooky Halloween decorations are all around us. Halloween is such a fun time of year as a kid! I remember spending all of October debating with friends about what to dress up as and spendi...Kaitlin Crehan
- Halloween5 Absolute Last-Minute Costumes for HalloweenWhen Halloween creeps up on you too fast, don't run screaming with fright. Save the day with these last-minute costumes for Halloween that your kiddos will absolutely love. Flower Pot Costume Photo Credit: Dukes and Duchesses Your little one wi...Kelly Sundstrom
- Costume Patterns PrintablesBasic Vest Costume PatternThis basic vest pattern will be the perfect addition to any child's Halloween costume. ...
- Halloween10 Cute Couple's Halloween Costumes for 2017Halloween is next week, and no doubt you have Halloween parties and trick-or-treating with the kids in your future. If you and your partner have a special event to attend (or even if you're just handing out candy at home), cute couple's Halloween...Colleen Hughes
- Halloween4 Last-Minute Halloween Costume IdeasWe get it. As much as we all like to plan ahead, when you're a mom, it's not always possible. So, if you suddenly find yourself with only a few days (or less!) standing between you and Halloween, and you still need a Halloween costume for you or ...
- Halloween5 Great Halloween Costumes for BabiesHalloween is getting close! You've got your costume, but are you still trying to figure out your baby's? We've got you covered with five great Halloween costumes for babies that are inexpensive and easy to make. Just click through to get a list o...Laurie Mega
- History of HalloweenThe Spooktacular History of HalloweenHalloween is not just about dressing up in costumes and asking for candy! It's a holiday steeped in folklore and customs. From carving pumpkins to trick or treating, each ghoulish tradition has its own fascinating tale. And speaking of history, c...Lindsay Hutton
- Halloween2017 Halloween Costume Ideas for KidsDon't just throw an old sheet over your child's head before you hit the streets to trick-or-treat this year. Give your kiddos a Halloween experience to remember with these top Halloween costume ideas for 2017. Star Wars Rey Costume Your child...Kelly Sundstrom
- Halloween10 Fun and Cheap Halloween Candy AlternativesCandy, candy, candy! That's what's on most kids' minds as Halloween creeps closer. This year, give those little goblins a fun surprise with cost-effective and unique alternatives to candy. Be a trendsetter this Halloween and pass out creative tre...
- HalloweenTop 10 (Easy) Group Costumes for FamiliesHalloween costumes for groups always seem like a good idea, until you have to figure out an doable theme. Are you casting about for group costume ideas for your family? Look no further than our top 10. You can make these yourselves -- no sewing r...Laurie Mega
- Food CostumesStuffed Green Olive CostumeStuffed Green Olive CostumeTime: 15 minutes Effort: Quick and easy - no sewing required Materials:Red turtleneck Red tights Red knit hat Red shoes or red spray paint Large green trash bag with tie handle Newspaper for stuffing ScissorsInstruc...
- HalloweenHow to Make Halloween Garbage Bag GhostsHalloween is just around the corner. Don't get caught with a frightfully plain house! Grab your garbage bags and make these easy Halloween garbage bag ghosts! For a smaller version of this craft, check out our Halloween tissue ghosts! ...Laurie Mega
- HalloweenHow to Make Halloween Tissue GhostsWith some white facial tissues, some string and a marker, you can make these cute Halloween decorations to string along your mantle or dangle from your chandelier. To make a bigger version of these, check out our Halloween garbage bag ghosts! ...Laurie Mega
- HalloweenHow Bewitching! 10 Best Books About Autumn and HalloweenWhat better time to curl up with a good book than the cozy (and spooky) days of fall? Check out our favorite children's books about everything from apples, pumpkins, and autumn leaves to ghosts, goblins, and some not-too-scary Halloween friends f...Erin Dower