Parenting with Sisu

Parenting with Sisu

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Parenting with Sisu episodes

  • Pregnancy stories: Hyperemesis Gravidarum

    This episode is the first from our new series called: Pregnancy stories, where international moms living in Finland tell about their pregnancies.


    Our guest Jess is sharing her pregnancy story, which is very special - Jess went through two pregnancies, during which she experienced Hyperemesis gravidarum, also known as severe morning sickness.


    LINKS:


    Hyperemeesi Ry - local support in Finland (website not available in English)

    https://hyperemeesi.fi/fi/etusivu/

    HER Foundation - online support

    https://www.hyperemesis.org/who-we-help/family-friends/support-for-mothers-families/

    21 min
  • Holiday Special 2020

    Kulkuset, kulkuset, riemuin helkkäilee!



    There’s no Christmas in Finland without the countless casseroles and ham! Or is there?

    How do expats from around the world celebrate the holiday season in Finland?

    33 min
  • A korvapuusti in the oven - Being pregnant in Finland

    What should you expect when you find out that you’re pregnant in Finland?


    In this episode we will explain what you need to know about the Finnish maternity clinic system, discuss our experiences and go through various issues to consider.
    You may be wondering where to call first, what are the routines during pregnancy, what not to eat and when to tell your employer.


    Tune in to listen to us talk about navigating through the first months of pregnancy in Finland!


    For all the links regarding pregnancy in Finland, visit our website: www.parentingwithsisu.com

    39 min
  • Parenting in Finland

    Parenting looks different in every culture around the world. 

    Our ideas on how to raise kids stem largely from our culture. 

    But what happens when you raise your kids in a different culture from your own?


    In this episode, we discuss how we perceive Finnish parenting, and what kind of effect has the Finnish culture had on our parenting styles?

    27 min
  • Bonus episode: Parenting with Sisu

    Sisu is an old Finnish term that is used to typify the Finnish spirit and is said to be integral to understanding the Finnish culture.


    The power of sisu is real!

    It helps Finns through the toughest of situations.
    It’s a secret ingredient that adds a kick to life!

    So what is it exactly, and how does it relate to parenting?


    Tune into our bonus episode, and get to know how we feel about sisu and how it affected us as parents. 

    8 min
  • The Finnish way

    Why oh why so much milk?


    What’s the magic in porridge?

    Is fresh air worth it even in freezing temperatures?

    Oh, those mighty overalls and cute little silk hats.

    These are just some of our Finnish favourites we stopped to wonder about in this episode.



    In this episode we talk about...

    Milk myths debunked (unfortunately only in Finnish):

    • https://maitomyytit.fi/
    • https://www.valio.fi/hyvinvointi/maito-ja-ravitsemus/

      • Benefits of full fat milk for small children: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4981537/

      Porridge health benefits: https://www.ifmch.com/benefits-oatmeal-babies/

      Finnish candy day: https://academic.oup.com/eurpub/article/27/suppl_3/ckx187.405/4556373

      21 min
    • This is us

      Welcome to the “Parenting with Sisu” podcast!


      Three hosts.

      Three moms.

      Three approaches to parenting. 


      That's us - Eleonora, Katja and Rabea!

      28 min
    • Parenting with Sisu Teaser

      Coming soon, to your podcast feed!


      Parenting with Sisu

      Join our hosts as they discuss everything about parenting in Finland - from personal ups and downs as international mothers, to tutorials for navigating the healthcare system.

      Are you a parent living in Finland, struggling to find resources? Are you considering moving to Finland, the happiest country in the world? Or did you just always want to know about Finnish parenting culture, where babies sleeping outside in the cold, porridge is required every morning, and young children ride the metro alone.

      You can find us on your favorite podcast app, as well as on our blog! Don’t forget to also follow us on social media, to get all the newest updates and behind-the-scenes content that you don’t want to miss!

      3 min

    About Parenting with Sisu

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    The podcast for an international perspective on family life in Finland. Are you a parent living in Finland, an international parent maybe, struggling with finding sufficient information in english,…