Lycksele BB will be open this Christmas – the first time in six years

Lycksele BB has been forced to stay closed for the past six Christmases, but this year they can stay open both over Christmas and New Year.

- It feels absolutely fantastic, says Linda Långström.

The reason is that this year they managed to employ four new midwives and also brought in more hourly employees. At the same time, those who started in 2025 have gained more routine and become more independent.

20 babies are expected in December

- There is incredible commitment in the whole gang, by everyone who works here. We want more accessible care for women throughout the county, says Linda Långström.

In December, 20 babies are expected to be born at Lycksele BB.

Do you dare to look towards summer already?

- You want it, but it is difficult. Most likely we will not be fully open then. The employees must get vacations. But we hope that it will be reduced as little as possible and I hope that it is the last summer, says the head of department.