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Honestly, Halloween is so much better when you have kids

What's not to love about candy, silly costumes and hilarious little kids who get amazingly excited about this weird, special day?

Updated Oct. 03, 2022

There’s a petition to move Halloween to Saturdays—but would it really make it safer for kids?

While moving a holiday might sound extreme, there are some good reasons for—and against—such a change.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

This little girl’s Michelle Obama Halloween costume is amazing 😍

She's too cute—and the former first lady thinks so, too.

Updated Feb. 19, 2025

What Tia Mowry wants parents to know about peanut allergies this Halloween

Moms like Mowry aren't trying to be the "peanut police" or a helicopter parent. They're just trying to keep their children safe.

Updated Feb. 18, 2025
bucket of halloween candy

Favorite Halloween candy by state: What your trick-or-treater will tote home

We have some questions for you folks in North Dakota and Indiana. ?

Updated Jan. 19, 2022
What’s trending: The top 10 kid’s Halloween costumes on Pinterest

What’s trending: The top 10 kid’s Halloween costumes on Pinterest

This is what all the cool kids will be dressed up as this Halloween...and it doesn’t get any cuter.  

Updated Jan. 27, 2022
baby sitting in a plastic pumpkin, celebrating its first halloween

Make baby’s first Halloween memorable—no trick or treating required

While baby may not remember any of these things, you sure will!

Updated Mar. 23, 2023
baby's first halloween accessories

Baby’s first Halloween: 2017’s best accessories for your little pumpkin

Just because your little ones may not be old enough to trick-or-treat doesn’t mean they can’t have some Halloween fun!

Updated Dec. 24, 2021
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