Having moved to a new country, especially Norway, the price of baby equipment here can come as a shock to many soon-to-be parents. Here is an overview of the cost of things you will most likely have in preparation for a new baby:
Equipment for Mom
•Maternity clothes – 150 NOK (for a simple top) to 800 NOK
•Nursing innerwear and clothes – 150 NOK to 600 NOK
•Moisturisers and creams -50 NOK and above
Baby Clothing
•Onesies – 50 to 300 NOK
•Outdoor fleeces – 300 to 800 NOK
Out with Baby
•Car seat – 1800 NOK to 4000 NOK
•Pushchair – 5000 NOK to 10000 NOK
•Raincover, insect net – usually comes with the stroller you bought. If not, each usually costs 300 NOK to 500 NOK
•Umbrella – 400 to 600 NOK
•Stroller bag – some brands offer a bag with the stroller, otherwise they cost from 600 to 1500 NOK
•Diaper/Storage bag – 600 to 1500 NOK
•Blanket – 80 to 500 NOK
•Sheepskin rug – 300 to 1000 NOK
•Baby carrier – 600 to 1200 NOK
Nursery Basics
•Crib – 800 NOK – 7000 NOK
•Quilt – 200 to 1600 NOK
•Diaper changing table – 700 NOK to 2500 NOK
•Dresser or bins for clothing storage – 600 NOK to 2000 NOK
•Glider or rocking chair – 700 to 3000 NOK
•Baby monitor – 600 to 2000 NOK
Bathing and Baby Care
•Baby bathtub – 150 to 500 NOK
•Baby shampoo and body wash – from 40 NOK
•Baby lotion, nappy cream – from 30 NOK
Feeding Your Newborn
•Breastfeeding support pillow – 500 NOK to 800 NOK
•Breast pump – 500 NOK to 4000 NOK
•Nursing bra – 150 NOK to 600 NOK
•Breast pads – from 40 NOK for 50 pads
•Lanolin cream – from 80 NOK
•Bottles and nipples – from 80 NOK per bottle
•Bottle and pacifier sterilizer – 500 to 1000 NOK
•Baby formula – around 150 NOK for 600g (this differs from store to store and brand to brand)
Diapering
•Disposable diapers – from 60 øre per diaper (depends on size)
•Baby wipes – from 15 NOK per pack
•Diaper Rash Cream – from 50 NOK
Baby Soothing and Entertaining Equipment
•Baby swing – from 700 NOK
•Pacifiers – from 40 NOK for 2
•Infant bouncer – 800 to 1200 NOK
•Play mat or play gym – 700 NOK to 1000 NOK
•Small plush toys or rattles – 50 NOK to 200 NOK
Don’t forget to check out FINN.no, Stavanger Kids Sale and Tjin and Lieve for gently used children’s equipment and clothing.
Stavanger Expats ‘Having a Baby in Norway’ Series
Part 1 – Finding Out and The First Appointment
Part 2 – Private Ultrasound and the 2nd Doctor’s Appointment
Part 3 – Routine Ultrasound and Meeting the Midwife
Part 4 – Prenatal Courses, Exercise Classes and Massages
Part 5 – What You May Need and Where to Buy Them
Part 6 – Freebies Galore and Memories of Your Journey
Part 7 – Innskrivning Dag and What to Pack for the Hospital
Part 8 – Labour and Delivery
Part 9 – After Your Delivery
Part 10 – Activities for You and Your Baby in Stavanger
Part 11: Budgeting for a New Baby
Part 12 – Parental Leave and Your Job
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About Cynthia Myrnes
Cynthia is a Singaporean who has been living in Stavanger since Feb 2008 with her Norwegian husband. She works as a physiotherapist here and also owns her own petsitting service, Stavanger Petsitter, for the residents of Stavanger. In addition, she manages the Stavanger International Moms group. She loves hanging out with friends, spending time with animals, travelling and watersports such as scuba diving and wake boarding. Most of all, she is enjoying the experience of being a first time mom!
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