Family life

Gothenburg is a family-friendly city, with many parks, recreational facilities, and cultural activities tailored for children. The city hosts events throughout the year and has a strong sense of community, making it easier for newcomers to integrate and meet other families.

One of the main benefits of living here is the generous Parental leave. Sweden provides an impressive 480 days of paid parental leave for parents upon the birth or adoption of a child. This leave can be shared between parents, promoting gender equality in caregiving responsibilities. For 390 of those days, parents receive nearly 80% of their salary, allowing them to spend quality time with their children during their early years.

Families in Sweden also benefit from a monthly child allowance (barnbidrag) until their child turns 16.

Education is free for children from preschool through upper secondary school, ensuring that all children have access to quality education without financial strain. Additionally, lunches are provided at schools too.

Sweden offers public healthcare that is largely free for children up to the age of 20. This includes regular check-ups and dental care, ensuring that families do not have to worry about significant medical expenses.

Swedish policies are also family friendly! Prioritising work-life balance and support for families is another important benefit from living here. Parents have flexible working hours and can adjust them to accommodate family needs, and when they need to take care for their children when they are ill, they can do so and it is call Vård av Barn (VAB leave) becoming a verb now and then at the work spaces. This flexibility allows parents to manage their professional and personal lives effectively.

Sweden is also known for its safe and inclusive society, where children's rights are highly valued. The country promotes a culture of respect and equality, making it an ideal place for families to thrive.

Watch the Claussen family from Michigan, USA, talk about how living in Sweden has brought their family closer together, how their children enjoy school and how they have a quite perfect work-life balance.

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Families can enjoy a wide range of activities across Sweden, from exploring nature through hiking and camping to visiting amusement parks like Liseberg in Gothenburg and Junibacken or Skansen in Stockholm. There are also numerous museums, zoos, and cultural events designed specifically for children.

Moving to Sweden provides families with extensive support systems, financial benefits, and a nurturing environment that fosters both personal growth and educational opportunities for children.