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From pumpkin costumes and family trick-or-treating to teen parties and candy negotiations, Halloween looks different at every stage of parenting. 

In this episode of Parenting Shrink Wrapped, Dr. Melissa Wellner and Sam Straub share funny memories, honest confessions (including Sam’s strong feelings about chocolate), and practical advice for navigating Halloween as your kids grow up. They talk about the chaos of toddler meltdowns, the bittersweet shift when tweens want independence, and how to set healthy limits around candy without losing your mind. 

Whether you love Halloween or dread it, this conversation will help you enjoy the season and keep perspective through every spooky stage of parenthood. 

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