Headline: Norway Welcomes New Year’s Babies: Meet Lily from Lillehammer and Elias from Larvik
The first moments of 2023 in Norway brought with them two very special arrivals: the first New Year’s babies of the year. While many celebrated the stroke of midnight, others welcomed new life.
In Lillehammer, a baby girl named Lily became the first Norwegian to see the New Year. Born just 16 seconds into 2023, Lily is the beloved daughter of proud parents, who expressed their joy at the unique circumstance of their child’s birthdate.
Meanwhile, in Larvik, the first baby of the New Year didn’t arrive until the next morning, making for a double celebration. A healthy baby girl arrived at 5:04 AM, weighing in at a robust 3.6 kilograms. The happy parents named their daughter Saga.
Elsewhere in Norway, the first baby born in Østfold county arrived at 4:48 AM, while in the opposite end of the country, in Trondheim, a baby boy named Elias made his grand entrance at 5:52 AM.
These New Year’s babies are a source of joy and optimism for their families and communities. They serve as a reminder of the hope and happiness that a new year can bring. As the saying goes, "Out with the old and in with the new," and what better way to celebrate than with the arrival of these precious little ones?
