Being pregnant around Halloween, which is right around the corner, is fun. And easy. For parents of older kids, too. They may have even gotten their costume already. But for many parents of newborns, time is a foreign concept. Between the hospital stay (which many may still be in) to the sleepless nights and feedings, picking out a costume for the baby was not top of mind. There's good news, though, and it doesn't require much effort: There are tons of last-minute newborn costumes to choose from either online or by a DIY project.
Their little bodies don't require much, which makes it much easier to make happen. The first Halloween is a big deal, after all, and should be celebrated. Plus it's one of the few Halloweens where mom or dad has 100% control over the costume choice. (Let us not forget toddlers who change their minds about costumes way too frequently.)
So what is an infant to be? They're new to the world and are pretty helpless without mom and dad. But that makes things a lot more fun. There are costumes that are funny, from hot dogs to outlets. Then there are traditional costumes that range from animals to pop culture characters. Honestly, it's hard to go wrong with a baby dressed up as a superhero. There are also costumes that can be thrown together at home with a onesie and props. All it takes is a bit of creativity and inspiration.
Below, find costumes that are made in newborn sizes or made specifically for newborns. Some are full-blown costumes whereas others are knitted accessories. After all, Halloween doesn't have to be so complicated, and it'll keep baby warm. Take a look at the options below and breathe easy: The babe will celebrate this Halloween in style and in time.
Lumberjack Beard
Beards are all the rage these days. Give baby one with a crotched one like this from Etsy. Cutting out some construction paper into a beard shape works too.
Lumberjack Beard ($24, Etsy)
Crotchet Simba
Simba came back into the limelight this year when the live-action Lion King came out in August. Show off the new little lion cub with a costume of Simba. Cute and warm!
Crotchet Simba ($50, Etsy)
Candy Corn
Candy corn is a hot-button issue these days, as some people are for it and others are against it. But everyone will love it when the baby becomes the sweet treat. Wrap the little one in a yellow blanket and add a candy corn style hat.
Candy Corn ($14, Etsy)
Yoda Hat
So, we like hats. Yes. And this Yoda one is no exception. This goes out to the Star Wars new parents who want to make sure their newborn fits right into the theme.
Yoda Hat ($10, Etsy)
Mini Football
Dressing newborn up as a mini football is a simple but adorable costume idea. Use a football beanie hat, or check out the baby section at a store for football onesies.
Mini Football ($19, Etsy)
Mini Devil
Babies are precious, but when they're super fussy, they can feel like little (adorable) devils. Put some devil horns and a red onesie on a newborn to have the tot assume the role just for the day.
Baby devil ($20, Party City)
Ghost
This costume idea is quite simple, and it just involved finding an old sheet or shirt and cutting baby safe holes in it for the face and arms. Boom! The baby is now a ghost.
Wizard
You're a wizard baby! That's what people will be saying when baby is dressed up in this Harry Potter-inspired getup. Just find striped onesies, draw on some glasses (with baby proof, water soluble marker) and gather the appropriate props.
Newborn baby glasses ($13, Etsy)
One-Eyed Monster
Monsters don't have to be scary creatures. They can be tiny newborns too. Stick a cute one-eyed monster hat on a newborn to transform the little one into a true "lil monster."
Monster Hat ($22, Etsy)
Hot Dog
Hot dogs and babies have a lot in common. They're both long and can't support themselves in a standing position on their own. It makes sense that baby would be extra adorable dressed as one.
Hot dog ($25, Target)
Skeleton
Skeletons are classic Halloween decor. Baby can dress up as one for Halloween with a onesie. This one from Walmart is fleece to keep baby nice and cozy.
Skeleton fleece for baby ($44, Walmart)
Electrical Outlet
So simple, yet so hilarious. Teach about outlet safety early by dressing an infant up as an electrical outlet.
Electrical Outlet ($20, Etsy)
Baby Nerd
Nerds are another easy Halloween classic. Party City sells super nerdy onesies, but DIY a version by dressing up baby with a onesie already at home and just sticking glasses or a bowtie on the little one.
Baby Nerd Bodysuit ($12, Party City)
Baby Chili
Hot sauce lovers can transform baby into a cute little chili pepper with a chili costume. The stem on top just makes it.
Baby Chili ($16, Oriental Trading)
Baby Shark
Baby shark do do do do do do. Sorry to get that stuck in everyone's head, but that's what will happen when baby wears this adorable "baby shark" costume.
Baby Shark ($19, Oriental Trading)
Baby Jack Skellington
For the super Halloween fans, this baby Jack Skellington outfit will surely win over visitors. It comes in all baby sizes, newborn included.
Baby Jack Skellington ($25, Party City)
Snuggle Bear
Infants are by nature snuggle bears, so why not dress them up in a costume to match? The'll be extra fluffy and warm.
Snuggle Bear ($35, Party City)
Tootsie Roll
Tootsie Rolls and babies also have a lot in common. They're bite-sized and cute. Moms can now have their very own piece with this Tootsie Roll costume outfit.
Tootsie Roll ($24, Oriental Trading)
Super Baby
Super baby to the rescue! Infants can't fly for real, but they can fly into everybody's hearts in this outfit. Plus, the sleep-sack style of the costume will keep a little hero nice and toasty warm!
Super Baby (Oriental Trading, $15)
Wonder Baby
Wonder Woman was a baby once too. Dress baby up as a mini Wonder Woman in this crotcheted set from Party City.
Wonder Baby ($10, Party City)
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