Easter 2018

Easter is upon us once again and that means it's time for an updated Easter blog post! Last year we did a post on the Danish Easter traditions and we definitely encourage that you read that if you're curious about how the Danes celebrate Easter. The Danish public schools will go on holiday Friday the … Continue reading Easter 2018

Copenhagen Restaurant Series: The Laundromat Café

The Laundromat Cafe is one of those ”only-in-Denmark” cafes. You know what I mean—only in Denmark can you find a café that serves American-style brunch, that has a little area for kids to play in, and that has a laundromat inside the café. My friend and I met up at the said café one rainy … Continue reading Copenhagen Restaurant Series: The Laundromat Café

Fastelavn

When is Fastelavn? Fastelavn is celebrated on the Sunday or Monday that falls 7 weeks before Easter. In 2021 the date for Fastelavn will be Sunday the 14th of February. It's celebrated the most at schools or kindergardens and it's typically an event that takes up the whole day. What is Fastelavn and why do … Continue reading Fastelavn

Giving Birth in Denmark

Once you discover the happy news you can make an appointment with your doctor who will inform you about the pregnancy program. Your doctor will enroll you in the public pregnancy program in Denmark. You will be meeting with your doctor and a midwife during regular checkups. The first checkup is with your own GP … Continue reading Giving Birth in Denmark

Childcare and Schools in Denmark

Giving birth in Denmark: Healthcare, Parental Leave, Child Benefits and Mother Groups read Giving Birth in Denmark. Small Children If your children are between 6 months and 2 years and 10 months old, you can find a place for them in a nursery (vuggestue) or in daycare (dagpleje). After that, most children go to kindergarten … Continue reading Childcare and Schools in Denmark