UPDATE: 25/10/2023

Among the dilemmas of a modern parent, after those of the afternoon nap and the "diapering", there is the fateful winter question that assails everyone: how do I dress him to go out?

Too hot?

Too cold?

Too humid?

Too windy?

All mothers have found themselves at least once dealing with a poorly calibrated onion dressing or the illusion of a warm raincoat that has instead betrayed expectations. Not always guess the right outfit and when it happens you look back: "Where did I go wrong?"

So here are 5 useful tips for dressing children when going on a bike in winter!

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Calibrate the famous "Onion"

It is the most classic method for not die of heat or cold.

But the usefulness of this method lies in removing layers when the child is moving and replacing them when he is very sweaty.

Moreover, pay attention, remember that children have a different perception of heat than adults, their fast metabolism makes them perceive a higher temperature.

Top accessories

Ever since I was a child, I learned that there are strategic areas to protect to avoid unnecessary illnesses, like always covering the throat with a cotton scarf or a scarf.

On a bike it is essential to put gloves to avoid the "iceberg" hand effect.

Don't forget to cover your children's ears, so as to keep annoying earaches away.

And last but not least, as grandma used to say, a cotton tank top to cover the kidneys and not dissipate body heat.

Blessed be the down jacket

With the advent of down jackets winter has changed.

The down jacket has guaranteed both adults and children a manageable winter season.

The down jacket is a correct purchase and there are numerous brands that make them in different fabrics: from nylon to technical fabrics, from technical wool to thermo-sealed ones, to waterproof fabrics, to internal laminates.

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Only natural fabrics

When a child pedals his body produces heat, therefore avoid acrylic materials on the skin, as they limit perspiration and can also trigger allergic reactions.

The natural fibers are perfect: cotton, linen and chenille.

Pedaling warm and comfortable

Have you ever seen children in skinny jeans cycling becoming beet red?

It's good to have them wear fashionable clothes, but comfort comes first.

Children need to feel free and not limited in movement.

No matter if it's not trendy, it is therefore advisable to avoid tight jeans, vests, too tight shirts and fashionable shoes.

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