IMPORTANT EVENTS IN LIFEThe Norwegian Perspective
PREGNANCY AND BIRTH
Pregnancy test Midwife and doctor assisting women
in childbirth Ultrasounds Norway high safety level Maternity leave
BAPTISM
Optional Religious or a non-religious option Celebration after the ceremony Family and close friends Godparents Presents, often things made out of silver
CONFIRMATION
Religious confirmation
Non-religious confirmation
Meal and presents
«RUSS»
Celebrate that your graduation after 13 years of school
1st to 17th of May Partying with friends, drinking alcohol «Russe-nodules»
MARRIAGE
Most often in church Clothing: - Black suits and white wedding
dresses
The church is filled with flowers and candles
Party with family and friends
FUNERAL
Religious funerals Non-religious funerals No dress code
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