I’ve gotten a lot of questions about blue pumpkins and love that everyone wants to be so inclusive. Halloween is a lot of fun, but it can also be a challenge for a lot of families. These are just a few things that might help us all be more aware and more inclusive and supportive as we continue to learn more about new friends and old.

If you notice someone trick-or-treating with a blue pumpkin or bucket this year, it could be a signal to let you know the child has autism. Mom, Omariris Taylor’s recent post on Facebook went viral after It explained what she was doing for her family and how others could help.

I don’t think the ‘blue pumpkin’ idea has ‘offically’ been adopted by any particuar agency but it still might be a great clue this Halloween,

Austims Speaks also offers a list of tips And even ask folks to download this sign and others to let folks know their home is ‘Austim friendly’

Click here for a link the signs.

Click here for tips from The National Autistic society put out tips

If you notice a ‘teal pumpkin’ that could also be a signal. According to FARE or Food Allergy Research Education at foodallergy.org,

“Putting a teal pumpkin on your doorstep means you have non-food treats available, such as glow sticks or small toys. This simple act promotes inclusion for trick-or-treaters with food allergies or other conditions.”

it’s all part of The Teal Pumpkin Project®. They also offer free flyers you can download to sign and other helpful items. They also offer suggestions for you to give trick-or-treaters. Click here for the free flyers. You can also go to foodallergy.org to get ‘support badges’ for your social media and email signatures as well.

And last but not least, The Prevent Cancer Foundation offers some fun healthy alternatives for things at home if you are just wanting to leave the candy out altogether. Click here for a link to their ideas. I am sure there are many other resources out there but these are just a few I thought might be helpful.