Doctors share how they'll be celebrating Halloween with their kids amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
The situation is complicated, and child health experts understand the struggle. With October 31 mere weeks away, we asked pediatricians across the country to share their thoughts on trick-or-treating ― if they think it’s safe, if their families will be participating, and what precautions or alternatives they’d advise.
“I would not take my child for traditional trick-or-treating this year. However, I would consider other ideas like having one or two friends over for an outdoor get-together, an outside socially distanced ‘parade’ or a virtual Halloween costume contest. I also liked an idea of doing a scavenger hunt amongst neighbors, with families being socially distanced in their costumes.
“Trick-or-treating can happen this year, but not the 2019 version. As we begin the holiday season, we have to be willing to modify our traditions and change our expectations of gatherings and celebrations. This does not mean that you shouldn’t participate in holiday events. It means parents need to provide safe boundaries and acceptable ways that events can continue.
“Much of the way we have traditionally celebrated Halloween might accommodate reasonable COVID-19 precautions. For example, kids and families usually trick-or-treat outside. Mask-wearing obviously is part of the tradition, although I’d imagine how to incorporate a functional cloth or surgical mask into the costume and keep the eyes clear for safety.
“We should all be asking ourselves: What is the COVID-19 situation in my community? Are cases under control or are they on the rise?”
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