My daughter's first Halloween was SO fun to plan for. I spent way too long picking out the perfect tiny costume and decorating her nursery. Here's everything I found that actually worked!
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Baby Costumes 👻
Nursery Decor
Cozy Layers 🧡
Photo Props
Books & Toys 📚
Baby Costumes 👻
These are the ones that actually stay on a wiggly baby. I learned the hard way that snaps beat zippers for quick diaper changes in costume.
the little stem hood is everything. my baby kept it on for a full two hours which felt like a miracle.
Infant and Toddler Pumpkin Halloween Costume Pullover
soft enough for nap time 💀
Hyde and EEK Skeleton Onesie | Costumes & Outfits
bought this on a whim and it ended up being the one she wore all October
Carter's Just One You® Toddler Boys' 4pc Long Sleeve
SO easy to get on and off. the snaps are a lifesaver during changes 🙌
Kids & Adult Halloween Costumes | Hyde & EEK!
the little wings are ridiculously cute. fair warning, everyone will want photos.
Hyde And Eek Target Bat Halloween Costume Infant 6
ran a little big but we just rolled the sleeves. still adorable.
Disney Baby Costumes | Zip-Up Disney Character Outfits
Nursery Decor
I wanted spooky but gentle, you know? Nothing scary, just festive. These made the room feel like a little Halloween wonderland without being over the top.
hung this over the crib and it photographs beautifully 🎃
Garland,
soft, cute, and my toddler now sleeps with it year round lol
Black Cat Shaped Throw Pillow - Hyde and EEK! Boutique
stuck these on the nursery window. easy to remove, no residue.
Halloween Clings: Window Stickers & Decor for Your Home
perfect little night light for October. gives off a warm glow
2018 Target | Hyde and Eek! Boutique | Lit Pumpkin
painted this myself for the shelf. therapeutic honestly 🖌️
Mondo Llama Paint Your Own Pumpkin: Craft Kits for Kids
using it for toy storage now. works way beyond Halloween season.
Boo Halloween Pumpkin Baskets & Spritz
Cozy Layers 🧡
October nights get cold and babies need layers. These are cute enough to double as part of the costume but warm enough for actual use.
the tiny pumpkin on top. I can't.
cat and jack winter beanie
she slept in these every night for three weeks straight
Cloud Island Pajamas for Baby & Toddler
they actually stay on baby feet which feels impossible 🧦
Girls' 3pk Bobby Socks - Cat & Jack™ White/Navy/Black
lightweight but cozy. great for stroller walks on Halloween night.
Bat Swaddle Blanket - Multiple Options Available
layered this under her costume and it looked intentional
Cat & Jack Sweet As Can Be candy corn bodysuit baby
caught all the drool during our Halloween party. saved the costume honestly.
My First Halloween Bib Collection - Baby
Photo Props
You only get so many first Halloweens. I went a little overboard with the photo setup but zero regrets looking back at those pictures now.
the little witch hat on a stick is hilarious on a 6 month old 😂
Halloween Party Photo Booth Props
simple backdrop that made every phone photo look planned
Hyde and Eek Trick or Treat Halloween Products
made a few tiny pumpkins to scatter around for photos
mondo llama craft pumpkin
hung three of these behind the rocker. instant photo corner.
Tissue Paper Pom Poms | Colors & Sizes Available
draped it over the dresser for photos then used it at dinner
Spider Web Table Runner
scattered these around baby during tummy time photos. so simple but so good.
Felt Basket Pumpkin - Bullseye's Playground
Books & Toys 📚
Started a tradition of reading a Halloween book every night in October. Some of these are now requested year round which I honestly love.
my daughter's absolute favorite. we've read it maybe 200 times now.
Room on the Broom Lap Board Book - by Julia Donaldson
the flaps have survived months of aggressive baby handling 💪
My Surprise Lift-The-Flap Book: Peek a Boo! Halloween
plays songs and lights up. keeps baby busy while I set up decorations.
This giant jack-o'-lantern from Target is a Tiktok sensation
not scary at all. just a squishy little buddy for the crib.
Baby Einstein : Stuffed Animals, Plush Toys & Teddy Bears
different textures on every page. she goes nuts for the fuzzy one
