Where Babies Sleep Outside: Raising children in Norway

Synopsis Why is Scandinavia such a great place for children?

This illustrated book gives you witty insights into raising children the Scandinavian way. From pregnancy to giving birth, to early childhood and the barnehage years, it unveils the surprising secrets of Norwegian parenting. The book follows Cécile’s story, raising resilient little Vikings under the Northern lights and navigating cultural shocks with humour.

“Reflective, accurate and full of love for the Norwegian way of raising children.”
- Anne Cathrine Berentsen, kindergarten pedagogical leader

“A great book that I warmly recommend as a Norwegian father of three! Clever and funny.”
- Erik Solbakken, Norwegian TV-personality, actor and humourist

Cécile Moroni is a French mother-of-three who raises her young children in Norway. She holds a master’s degree in international management and held different leadership positions in international companies before becoming an acclaimed stand-up comedian. She was awarded the best stand-up comedian of the year 2023 in Norway (Stå Opp-Prisen).