Halloween Ideas for Pregnant Women: Creative, Spooky, and Unforgettable

Halloween, the last day of October, is not only a highlight of the year for children and horror fans—expectant mothers can also enjoy this special day creatively, comfortably, and with a wink. If you’re pregnant, there’s no need to miss out on the Halloween fun. On the contrary: your baby bump can even become the highlight of your costume or celebration! Here are some great Halloween ideas for pregnant women – from costumes to decorations to snacks.

Creative Halloween Costumes for Pregnant Women

Your baby bump is perfect for funny or cute costumes. These ideas are guaranteed to bring a smile to your face:

1. Pumpkin belly

An absolute classic! Simply put on an orange shirt and paint your belly like a pumpkin, or wear a matching shirt with a pumpkin print.

2. Magic Ball

Turn your belly into a fortune-telling ball – with a fortune-teller outfit and a painted baby bump that looks like a “magic ball.”

3. Cookie Monster & Milk

A partner costume: you are the “milk glass” with a round belly, your partner is the cookie man or Cookie Monster – perfect for pregnant couples.

4. Alien in the Belly

For fans of the macabre: a costume that makes it look like an alien is pushing its way out of your belly. With a little latex, fabric, and humor, it’s a real eye-catcher.

5. Mother Nature

A beautiful, elegant costume: decorated with flowers, leaves, and natural accessories, it symbolizes the life growing inside you.

6. Gumball Machine

• Description: Belly = glass ball, stick on colorful dots as gumballs.
• Outfit: White shirt, red skirt or pants, cut-out “coin slot.”

Halloween Decorations for Your Home

If you’re staying at home or throwing a small Halloween party, these ideas will help you create the right atmosphere:

• Baby-themed decorations: Small pumpkins with pacifiers, ultrasound pictures in spooky frames, or “mini monster” garlands are perfect.
• Cozy atmosphere: Instead of creepy lighting, decorate with orange lights.
• DIY belly pumpkin: Have your friends paint your belly or organize a small Halloween-themed photo shoot with your baby bump.

Snacks and Non-Alcoholic Halloween Drinks

Even with a baby in your belly, you can still celebrate in style—non-alcoholic, but delicious!

• “Bloody” punch: Non-alcoholic punch with red fruit juice and fruit pieces.
• Healthy scary snacks: Mandarins with pumpkin faces, banana ghosts with chocolate chips, or bell pepper monsters filled with hummus.

• Halloween muffins: Decorated with baby motifs, edible glitter, or small pumpkins.

Fun & Safe Halloween Games for Pregnant Women:

1. “Baby bump pumpkin” painting competition

• Each pregnant woman has her belly painted (with non-toxic paint!) as a pumpkin or other Halloween motif.
• Other guests can vote or a photo contest can be held.
• Variation: Each pregnant woman paints another woman’s belly – blindfolded!

2. “What’s in the diaper monster?”

• Fill diapers with different chocolates, baby food, or pureed foods (e.g., pumpkin puree, applesauce, Nutella).
• Participants have to guess what’s inside by smelling or touching.
• This also works great as a group game.

3. “Pumpkin Belly Guessing”

• Each guest gets to guess the circumference of the baby bump (e.g., with a ribbon or string).
• The person who guesses closest wins.

4. “Mummy Wrapping”

• In teams, two people wrap each other in toilet paper like mummies.
• Pregnant women can participate or act as judges – whatever they feel comfortable with.

5. Halloween Baby Quiz

• Question, for example:
  • How many babies are born on Halloween?

6. “Spooky baby shower” memory game

• Combine typical baby terms with Halloween motifs (e.g., “pacifier & spider”).
• A classic memory game with a spooky twist – great for playing while seated.

7. Pumpkin Bowling

• Small pumpkins as bowling balls, empty cans with Halloween faces as pins.
• Also suitable for pregnant women who want to be active but should not make any sudden movements.

8. “Baby or Monster?” Sound Guessing Game

• Play audio recordings: e.g., baby sounds, monster noises, witch laughter, etc.
• Who can guess whether it’s a baby or a monster?

Tips for a Relaxed Halloween During Pregnancy

• Comfortable clothing: No matter how creative the costume is, nothing should pinch or constrict.
• Plan breaks: At parties or when trick-or-treating with older children, listen to your body.
• Sugar in moderation: Sure, Halloween is sweet, but your body (and the baby) will appreciate balance.
• Safety first: When going door to door, avoid dark, uneven paths, wear good shoes, and stick to well-lit streets.