I was recently having a conversation with my main squeeze about what “Covid time” has changed about our physical health. We had been on a “lets get healthier train” for a few years but in the recent two years we have really been looking at gut health and staying active. Now that a day where handing out toxic sugar, creating sugar addiction in children is upon us we have decided once again to make a health conscious decision.

We generally don’t give our children (we have four) candy. No sugary pop or juice. No high fat garbage. So WHY would I give it to someone else’s child with a smile? I wouldn’t. Here is a list of 5 alternatives to giving out candy at Halloween:

1. Nothing. Lets get real… Many people have lost their own job and are going into debt and really just trying to survive. Pouring out cash (that you really don’t have) for a one day event just might not be worth it. AND THATS OK! (Purchase price $0 mental savings = unlimited)

2. Bulk toys. A few years ago we bought bulk bouncy balls with special saying on them. We felt like we would be spreading love and joy and something that they would actually use. Also you can find bulk musical instruments like kazoos! Make a joyful noise! Everyone needs more JOY! (Purchase price $.50 each)

3. Audio books. A place we like to shop at online (obviously knew it was Halloween) sold audio kids books on CD so we purchased a bulk package. It gave a positive message for kids to listen to and then eventually the CD could be passed on and shared with others. It seemed like a win win! (Purchase price $1 each)

4. Paper books. Small thin paper books was a good choose. They gave a positive love message. I don’t know the circumstances of every child’s life that comes knocking at my door however I want them to know that they are loved, that they are special and that they matter! So these bulk paper books were a no brainer to me. (Purchase price $.16 each) And yes, kids need to read more.

5. Flashlights. The past two years have felt dark and lonely so yes these were more costly than the typical Halloween candy but when you invest into a child’s future you shouldn’t be thinking about “how cheep” or “how little” can I spend but the quality of the product. We purchased a number of these off amazon. (Purchase price $2 each + $ batteries)

So, What are your plans this year and what changes are you planning to make for next year?

Hope these ideas helped! Let me know in the comments below.