Picture 3 560x250 Having a Baby in Norway Part 5: What You May Need and Where to Buy Them

If you have just moved to Norway, finding out where to buy baby and children equipment and clothes can be a challenge. Search for barnautstyr, barnaklær for shops in your area. Below are some of the shops available in the Stavanger area:

Baby and Children’s Equipment and Clothes



Barnas Hus
Tvedt Senteret
Lagerveien 9
4033 Stavanger
Tlf (+47) 51 57 69 90
Biggest selection of baby equipment and clothes and maternity wear. This shop also offers a price guarantee – if the item you bought has been spotted at another store at a lower price, Barnas Hus will match the price. This guarantee lasts for 10 days after the purchase of the item and is only valid with receipt and documentation.

Babyshop
Tvedt Senteret
Lagerveien 1
4033 Stavanger
51 80 80 90
Another shop with a large selection of equipment and clothes. Fantastic customer service here as well.

IKEA
Grenseveien 2
4313 Sandnes
Tlf: 81 54 40 00
Selection of furniture and toys.

Tiny – The Inspired New Youngsters
TINY MagasinBlaa (Stavanger)
Verksgaten 2, 4013 Stavanger
Telefon: 51 59 45 00

TINY Tvedtsenteret (Stavanger)
Lagerveien 2, 4033 Stavanger
Telefon: 51 80 03 40

TINY (Sandnes)
Langgaten 2D, 4306 Sandnes
Telefon: 51 67 40 50
Equipment, clothes, furniture, etc.

Kidsa
Online store with equipment and toys.

Engler
Magasinblaa
Verksgaten 2
4013 Stavanger
51 55 55 10
Selection of clothes and shoes.

Baby Miljø
Torgveien 15C
4016 Stavanger
Tlf 51881015

Intel Barn
Magasinblaa
Verksgaten 2
4013 Stavanger
tlf 51 89 29 55
Selection of clothes and shoes.

Ringo
Sola Gaver og Leker
Solakrossen
Sentrumsbygget
4050 Sola
Tlf: 51 65 17 63

Ringo Randaberg
Jon Torbergssonsvei 11
4070 Randaberg
Tlf: 51 41 99 87
Large selection of toys.

Bittens
Breigata 15
4006 Stavanger
Tlf: 51 89 41 45
Selection of baby, children’s and maternity wear.

Eddabedda
Eddabedda ANS
v/ Gunnhild Rykkje
Løkkeveien 75
4008 Stavanger
tlf: 92220177
Online store offering offer free shipping in Norway with purchase over 200 NOK. You can also opt to pick up purchased items at their showroom on Løkkeveien.

Maternity Wear

H and M

Bittens
Breigata 15
4006 Stavanger
Tlf: 51 89 41 45

Gently Used Products



Stavanger Kids Sale
Everything under one roof twice a year (March and September) – find gently used items AND items from abroad at reasonable prices!

FINN (Torget>Barneutstyr)

Recommended Stores Abroad

Mamas and Papas - London
Mothercare – London

Know of more stores? Share them in the comments below!

Not sure of what you need? When it comes to having a baby, there are many things that you may or may not need. This list aims to give you a brief overview:

Equipment for Mom
•Maternity clothes
•Nursing innerwear and clothes
•Hip/tummy support belt
•Moisturisers and creams
•Pregnancy and birthing book

Equipment for Dad
•Pregnancy and birthing book
•Ideas for presents to Mom

Clothing
•Special going-home outfit
•Basic Clothing
•Warm Clothing
•Winter Coat, Snowsuit, Rainsuit
•Infant Swimsuit (season dependent)
•Sun hat or warm winter hat
•Infant sunglasses (season dependent)
•Gentle or scent-free detergent for baby’s laundry

Out with Baby
•Car seat
•Pushchair
•Raincover
•Insect net
•Umbrella
•Stroller bag
•Diaper/Storage bag
•Quilt
•Sheepskin rug
•Baby carrier

Nursery Basics
•Crib
•Crib mattress
•Crib bedding
•Waterproof mattress pad, if mattress has a cloth cover
•Quilt
•Diaper changing table
•Dresser or bins for clothing storage
•Glider or rocking chair
•Baby monitor
•Laundry basket
•Toy bin

Bathing and Baby Care
•Baby bathtub or insert for your regular tub
•Baby shampoo and body wash
•Baby lotion, nappy cream
•Hooded baby towels, or soft regular towels
•Baby washcloths, or soft regular washcloths
•Baby nail clippers
•Nasal aspirator
•Digital thermometer
•Infant acetaminophen drops
•Infant-safe sunscreen

Feeding Your Newborn
•Breastfeeding support pillow
•Breast pump
•Nursing bra
•Breast pads
•Lanolin cream
•Breastmilk freezer storage containers
•Bottles and nipples
•Dishwasher basket for bottles
•Bottle brush
•Bottle drying rack
•Bottle and pacifier sterilizer
•Baby formula

Diapering
•Disposable diapers
•Cloth diapers
•Baby wipes – disposable or re-usable cloth
•Diaper Rash Cream

Baby Soothing and Entertaining Equipment
•Baby swing
•Pacifiers
•Infant bouncer
•Swaddling blanket
•Play mat or play gym
•Small plush toys or rattles
•Infant gas relief drops

Have I missed out anything?? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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

Having a Baby in Norway Part 5: What You May Need and Where to Buy Them

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!