Toddler Sleep: Building a Calm Bedtime Routine

A toddler sleeping peacefully

Sleep can feel like the holy grail of the toddler years. The good news is that small children thrive on rhythm and repetition, and a calm, predictable bedtime is something you can build over time. Here is a gentle, practical approach that works in a Swedish home. Toddlers need a lot of sleep. According to … Read more

The BVC Child Health Checkups: What to Expect

A nurse weighing a baby at a health centre

From the first weeks of your baby’s life until they start school, the child health centre, BVC, follows your child’s growth and development. It is free, friendly and a cornerstone of family life in Sweden. Here is what to expect, especially in the toddler years. BVC stands for barnavårdscentral, the children’s health centre. According to … Read more

How Preschool (Förskola) Works in Sweden

Children playing together at a Swedish preschool

If you are raising a toddler in Sweden, preschool, known as förskola, will probably become a central part of family life. It is affordable, widely available and built around play rather than formal lessons. Here is how the system works and how to find a place for your child. Swedish förskola is open to children … Read more