Introducing… John Sjölund, inventor and entrepreneur
Having co-created a device that makes life easier and safer for those with diabetes, he’s taking the medical world by storm
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Expats and Mental Health: Two Scoops of Culture Shock
- by Rebecca Martin
- 19 Nov 2013
Ever feel like the sore thumb in Sweden? This week, YLC’s mental health expert, Lysanne Sizoo, discusses the difficulties associated with simultaneously adjusting to another culture and a new work environment abroad. Photo: Lena Granefelt/imagebank.sweden.se So you’ve found a job in Sweden, made the move, and started work. Grattis! If everything is going swimmingly, then […]
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Parenting +46: Dressing kids for Swedish winters
- by Solveig Rundquist
- 12 Nov 2013
Getting cold feet as temperatures plummet and the kids want to make snow angels in sandals? No worries, YLC’s got your winter wardrobe woes covered – booties, bags and beanies! If you’ve been in Sweden for a while, you may find yourself well aware of what winter is like, but still overwhelmed by the daunting task […]
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Learning Swedish: Public or Private?
- by Rebecca Martin
- 6 Nov 2013
You pratar lite svenska, you wear skinny jeans and drink coffee from 7-Eleven. Why do you still feel like the protagonist in Where’s Wally? YLC’s Kirsten Smart has one answer on how to get into the beanie-covered heads of the Swedes. Mikko Nikkinen/imagebank.sweden.se So you’ve decided to learn Swedish. Hurra! The next step is deciding […]
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YLC Essentials: How to get a Personal Number
- by Morgan Erickson
- 29 Oct 2013
Planning to come to Sweden? Or just arrived? How to obtain the three essentials: Residency, Personal Number, and ID card.
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Expat Support: Fika with Mumm
- by Rebecca Martin
- 23 Oct 2013
It’s a noun, it’s a verb and it’s synonymous with a great many things. That’s right, we’re talking about fika! Want to join?
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Expats and mental health: The ‘Second Day Blues’
- by Rebecca Martin
- 17 Sep 2013
This week, Lysanne Sizoo explores why many couples experience the ‘second day blues’, when one half returns weary from a trip abroad only to be faced with disgruntled grumbles and a list of chores. My father was naval officer and my mother a very independent and self-sufficient naval officer’s wife. She told me, “When your […]
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Parenting +46: Pregnancy and parenthood in Sweden
- by Rebecca Martin
- 11 Sep 2013
Pregnant in Stockholm or bringing your bump to the city? Congratulations on your choice!
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Swedish pre-schools: the Reggio Emilia approach
- by YLC Stockholm
- 21 Aug 2013
Very popular among preschools in Sweden – the YLC lowdown on Reggio Emilia!
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Changing your Address Within Sweden: the YLC Guide
- by Rebecca Martin
- 14 Aug 2013
Moving in Sweden can be daunting! Enter – the YLC guide to changing your address WITHIN Sweden!