Safe children in the car

In collaboration with the UPI - Accident Prevention Office, we offer you a free info guide in 11 languages. The new guide provides answers about the appropriate seat for the respective age group and the optimal way to secure children in the seat.

Children up to a year and a half

The youngest should be carried in the baby shell for as long as possible. The latter is always positioned in the opposite direction of travel and, preferably, on the rear seat. If the shell is attached to the front seat, the front airbag must be deactivated. In seats approved according to the new ECE-R129 standard, children must travel backward up to 15 months of age. A larger size seat should only be chosen when the child's head passes the edge of the shell.

Children between a year and a half and four

Children up to approximately 4 years of age can be carried in a seat, generally placed in the direction of travel and equipped with their own five-point belt system. It is important that the seat is securely anchored to the vehicle. If this occurs with Isofix anchors, the car must appear on the list of child seat types. A change in the upper category is justified only when the child's head protrudes from the seat. Low-cost airport minicab service Bournemouth

Children between four and twelve years old

For older children, a seat with a back is preferably used for optimal safety and greater comfort. Simple rises are allowed but do not offer protection in the event of a side impact. Important is that the belt is tightened and placed correctly on the child's body. These places can be occupied by children up to 12 years old or less than 150 cm tall (the limit reached first). In this respect, weight plays a secondary role. Even for kids, the safest places are the rear ones.

Car seats save lives, but only if used correctly

On seats equipped with a 3-point safety belt, children up to 12 years of age younger than 150 cm must be transported with an adequate restraint system (e.g. booster seat with or without backrest), as per art. 3rd ONC. The seat must be approved according to ECE-R44 / 03 resp. 04 or R129 (mostly orange label). Strictly observe the instructions for use of the seat as well as the car manual. The belt must adhere perfectly to the child's body (remove winter jackets or open them), otherwise, he will not be able to protect him properly.

Take the taxi with the children

Have you ever tried to take a taxi with babies or children? A few days ago I had the need to take the taxi with Carlotta and I was surprised by the insecurity with which the children circulate. For me, it is unthinkable to load the girl in the car without a special seat. So, before leaving, I called the taxi company in Milan to find out if it was possible to book a taxi with a seat. The call center replied that there are no taxis with seats and that I could hold the girl in my arms (which is very dangerous )!

I also checked on the State Police website where - in fact - it is highlighted that the use of child seats is not mandatory for the transport of children by taxi: "in the case of cars used for the public transport service (for example on a taxi or rental with driver) children under 1.50 meters in height can only move on the rear seat, not held by special restraint systems, and always accompanied by a passenger of at least 16 years of age ". I understand that a taxi driver cannot always carry seats of various sizes, but I believe that at least a certain amount of child-friendly taxis can be provided, exactly as there are taxis payable by credit card. minicab near me

The only solution: bring your seat. I did it, arousing great surprise and hilarity from the taxi driver who said to me "I have never seen any parent bring their seat". Luckily I brought it: the taxi driver drove like a madman, cheerfully phoning a friend with his cell phone in his hand. A nightmare!

Are there taxis with seats in our cities? How do you do it?

And the criticality of the theft will be managed electronically by the car owner: it is imagined that by pressing a button the car can be disabled.

SCALP: REMEDIES TO ELIMINATE BAD SMELLS

Bad smell of hair despite frequent washing? In reality, what smells is not the hair but the scalp. Even if washed with certain diligence, there are many factors that influence its scent. In fact, even washing it too often is not a good habit because it will tend to get dirty faster, and it can also increase sebum production. The bad smell can be due to various causes, such as excess fat, excessive sweating, the effect of chemicals, hormonal changes or even a bacterial infection. Read on to find out how to fix it naturally.

Sodium bicarbonate

The baking soda is one of the home remedies used for years to remove the odor from the hair and scalp. In fact, most of the homemade dry shampoos contemplate it as the main ingredient thanks to its ability to neutralize odors and reduce scalp fat.

To use it as a remedy for the bad smell of the scalp, just mix one part of bicarbonate with three parts of water to form a paste and use it as if it were the usual shampoo. First, wet the hair and rinse it with water and then proceed with the application of the paste, leave for 5 minutes and then rinse and wash well. To notice the results, repeat the treatment once a week. you may also be interested smelly hair cure

Tomato juice

The tomato is a very acidic food, therefore, it helps to balance the pH of the scalp. It also helps to effectively cleanse oil and fats.

It is a very simple remedy, as well as effective and economic.
To use it, it is necessary to extract the tomato juice, apply it on the scalp, insisting well on the roots through gentle circular massages and leave for 15 minutes. Then remove with plenty of lukewarm water. This remedy can be used twice a week. 

Lemon juice

The lemon is another very acidic food. Its aroma or extract is contained in many shampoos because it helps fight dandruff and excess sebum. It also helps keep the scalp soft and shiny, and its citric aroma will leave the scent of fresh and clean hair. In this case, the juice of two lemons is needed. A trick to squeeze the lemon and get all its juice is to place it horizontally on a flat surface and with your palm slide it back and forth several times by pressing lightly: you will notice a greater amount of juice than that obtained normally.

The process is very simple.

Wash the hair and then apply the lemon juice, leave for five minutes and rinse it. Repeat the treatment three times a week.

Apple cider vinegar

L ' vinegar is a popular home remedy to combat lice, but can also be useful for disposing of the action of all the chemicals that cause the bad smell of the scalp and the' excess fat. It also restores its natural pH and gives hair shine.

Then mix half a cup of apple cider vinegar with two cups of water. If necessary, add essential oil (eg rose, lavender, rosemary ..) to slightly remove the smell of vinegar but up to a maximum of three drops. Then apply on the scalp, leave on for 10 minutes and then rinse with cold water to make the hair waterproof and shiny.

Apples and cinnamon

The combination of apple and cinnamon is an excellent remedy to combat the bad smell of the scalp. Both ingredients have antibacterial and antifungal properties, as well as leaving a delicious aroma on the hair. Follow the next steps to prepare an effective honey and cinnamon mask for the problem in question:

First, boil a cup of water with half a teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Eventually, you can use a stick, even if the powder is the ideal option.

Leave to rest to allow the water to absorb the properties and aroma of the cinnamon.

Then mix with a teaspoon of honey.

If the cinnamon stick has been used, remove it previously, otherwise mix the mixture and let it cool to not burn.

Apply the mask on the scalp and leave for at least two hours.

The product can be considered a mask for the rather dense consistency that it must assume, so in case it is too liquid to decrease the quantity of water.

Spend two hours rinse well with water and wash your hair normally.

For best results, apply the mask 1-2 times a week, taking into consideration that over time this product may lighten the hair slightly.

Therefore if it is not an effect you want to decrease the frequency. In addition, mixing a spoonful of honey with 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon powder without water produces a paste effective in strengthening the immune system and therefore eliminating possible infections that cause a bad smell of the scalp.

Tea tree oil

The ' tea tree oil has many properties not only cosmetic but also beneficial. Used on the scalp, it helps fight the bad smell caused by infections or excess sebum and is also effective against dandruff. Here are the steps to perform:


Dilute three tablespoons of tea tree oil in a glass of water and apply it on the hair.

If it burns or itches, it means that it must be further diluted, so add some water.

Massage the scalp with the compound obtained and leave to act for at least 20 minutes.

Finally, rinse your hair well. If desired, you can add a few drops of tea tree oil to your shampoo.

If you opt for this remedy it is important to remember to never go out with the treatment applied, because it could cause the appearance of spots on the skin.

Aloe vera

L ' aloe vera is effective against odor and counteract dandruff and hair fall. Those who normally own this plant at home are very lucky because the gel and the pulp that they extract from it have a rather wide field of action, including what is right for us: it helps to rebalance the pH of the skin and reduce the production of scalp fat. To use it for this purpose, therefore, just apply the aloe vera gel on previously washed hair as usual. Leave on for 15 minutes and rinse well. Recall that on Amazon there are numerous remedies to eliminate bad hair odor, below we highlight the best present on the well-known e-commerce.

Aloe vera for hair, 100% organic and vegan gel that allows you to eliminate bad odors, as well as help the scalp against dryness, dandruff, or damaged hair.