Baby Box Finland - Maternity Package

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Baby Box in Finland
Maternity Package Guide

Every baby born in Finland can receive a free box full of essentials — clothes, bedding, and care items — straight from Kela. Here's everything you need to know.

📅 Updated 2025 🏛️ Source: Kela.fi ⏱️ 5 min read

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Finland's Famous Baby Box

A beloved tradition since 1938 — given to every expecting family who applies in time.

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Items in 2025 box

If you are pregnant and living in Finland, one of the best surprises you will discover is the äitiyspakkaus — the maternity package. It is a cardboard box that Kela (Finland's Social Insurance Institution) sends to families before their baby arrives, packed with everything a newborn needs for the first months of life.

The box itself doubles as a safe sleeping space for your baby. It has been proven so effective that countries around the world have tried to copy the idea.

💡 2025 Update: If your estimated due date is on or after 1 April 2026, the maternity grant has been raised from €170 to €210. If you choose the package while the 2025 edition is in stock, you will also receive €40 extra to cover the difference.

Who Can Apply?

Anyone who is pregnant and has lived in Finland for at least 180 days before the due date is eligible — including immigrants, international students, and newcomers.

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   Register your pregnancy Visit a maternity clinic (neuvolaklinkki) before the end of week 16
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   Apply via OmaKela Submit your application online at kela.fi — at least 2 months before due date
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   Choose: Box or Cash You can take the physical box or a one-time €170 cash grant (€210 from April 2026)
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   Receive your box Delivered by mail — check contents within 2 weeks and report any defects

What's Inside the 2025 Box?

The 2025 edition contains 38 products across clothing, bedding, care items, and hygiene supplies. Here's a summary of the key items:

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Wrap-around Bodysuits (×4)

Clothing

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Mittens & Socks

Accessories

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Wool Cap & Balaclava

Winter wear

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Snowsuit / Sleeping Bag

Outerwear

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Duvet Cover & Blankets

Bed linen

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Box + Mattress

Sleeping space

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Bath Thermometer

Baby care

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Nail Scissors

Baby care

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Toothbrush

Baby care

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Nipple Cream

Hygiene

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Book "Loruleipuri"

Learning

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Wool Coverall

Outerwear

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Prefer Cash Instead?

You can choose a €170 cash grant (rising to €210 from April 2026) instead of the box. First baby? Most families choose the box — it's amazing value. Already have baby clothes from before? Cash might make more sense.

Tips for Immigrants & Newcomers

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Apply early! You must apply at least 2 months before your estimated due date. Many new parents miss this deadline. Set a reminder as soon as you register your pregnancy at the neuvola.

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OmaKela is in multiple languages. You can apply online in Finnish, Swedish, and English at kela.fi. If you need help, Kela's phone service for families is available in English too.

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Check your box when it arrives. Inspect all 38 items within 2 weeks. If anything is missing or defective, contact the distributor: Suomen Kirjastopalvelu Oy at asiakaspalvelu@kirjastopalvelu.fi or tel. 09 584 0440.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can immigrants apply for the maternity package?

Yes! As long as you have lived in Finland for at least 180 days before the due date and are registered as a resident, you are eligible — regardless of your nationality or immigration status.

What if I have twins or triplets?

You receive one maternity package per pregnancy. However, you may be eligible for additional child benefit (lapsilisä) for multiple births. Contact Kela for details.

What is the deadline to apply?

You must apply at least 2 months (around 8 weeks) before your expected due date. You also need to have visited the neuvola (maternity clinic) before week 16 of pregnancy to be eligible.

Is the box the same every year?

No, Kela updates the contents of the box each year. The 2025 edition contains 38 items. You can view a detailed list with photos of each item on the official Kela website at kela.fi/maternitypackage.

Can I use the box as a bed for my baby?

Yes! The box comes with a fitted foam mattress and is designed to be used as a safe sleeping space for newborns. Finland has used the box as a baby bed since 1938, and it meets all modern safety standards.

Ready to Apply?

Apply online through OmaKela — at least 2 months before your due date. Don't miss out!

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Source: Kela.fi/maternitypackage · Last updated March 2026

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