Halloween and All Saints’ Day are both celebrated in Sweden, let’s look at the differences. Halloween – a spooky tradition that now haunts Sweden alongside the rest of the world, and All Saints Day – a day of remembrance of those who have passed on. Both are full of ghosts, but one sports costumes and candy and the other […]
The Ultimate Guide to Surviving Winter in Sweden
Winter in Sweden can be a challenge for any newbie (or oldie) to navigate. If you come from another part of the world where there is more sunlight and warmer temperatures during winter, the differences in Sweden may feel too big to survive. Luckily, we have created the ultimate guide to surviving winter in Sweden. […]
The Ultimate Guide to Preschool in Sweden
Moving away from home brings a lot of questions to the fore. Once you bring a child into the mix, those questions may change. If education is important to you and your family, you may be wondering how to choose the right school for your child, what the process looks like, how early do you […]
The Ultimate Guide to Parental Leave in Sweden
In this guide to parental leave in Sweden, we will walk you through what you need to know. Parent leave, maternity, and paternity leave in Sweden can be confusing. What are my rights? What is essential to know for parent leave? How many days off should I plan for? What is it like to be […]
The Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy and Having a Baby in Sweden
It can be very overwhelming to become pregnant in another country and figure out all that you need to know. Where do I find all of the information that I need? What will happen first? Where do I go? What will my appointments be like? How have others experienced giving birth in Sweden? Where do […]
Tomte or Santa? And other Jul oddities in Sweden
Christmas (Jul) in Sweden is a cozy time – filled with lots of white lights, snow, freezing temperatures, trees lit up in every town centre. It is also the darkest month of the year, meaning Swedes go crazy with the tea lights and stars in the windows to make up for the lack of sun. […]
Scandinavian Furniture and Design Aesthetic – Mysteries Unraveled
Decorating your space can truly make it feel lived in and like a home. But when you’re new to a country it can be challenging to know where to buy new items such as furniture and decor. If you are looking for ways to make your home feel more Swedish, we have the details on […]
