Ep01 - baby Annika's first day with my Finnish family (Life in Finland series)

[@brilliantbutblue]

"when her children are grown and gone, a Mother's love goes on and on" Johanna your Mum is beautiful, all the things she had ready for Annika my heart just broke. I can't stop crying. Thankyou ❤

[@JohannaNorth]

My mom was really touched by your message ❤️

[@nesamalarkandiah9348]

Same thoughts here too. Grandma went to great effort to set up the home for all of you, Annika's baby chair etc Can feel the wonderful vibes.

[@mrxyz8196]

@@JohannaNorth please make the vedios of outside , show us Finland.

[@jamesbond4810]

@@mrxyz8196 This is not a travel channel. It's a family vlog channel and she's just visiting her family.

[@mrxyz8196]

@@jamesbond4810 i know just want her to make vedios of out side with her family example park or something which is nearer to her house

[@bavan1358]

Your mom must have been so happy to have house full of people after such a long time

[@chubiin20s]

Ikrrrr It feels so happy to see parents happy whether it be mine or others. Just warms my heart

[@dsouzadavid80]

Oh Annika has got best friend in her aunt. Aunt knows so well to entertain kids. No wonder Annika connected so well with her aunt

[@leahanand5396]

Such a pleasure to see the Finnish side!your family is so sweet ..your sister is too good with Annika!and I think Annika will start talking before walking by the end of this year!...such an adorable cutie pie ❤️

[@JohannaNorth]

She already repeats a couple of words quite a lot ☺️❤️

[@_vipul_soni]

Man the cinematography is so cool, it could meet levels of a short flim

[@carolgoergens9275]

She will be walking soon ! Vinod seems very happy in Finland , love hearing him talk in English , all the clothes your sister bought is so sweet of her to do

[@gabrielladan]

This brings back a flood of memories of when I took my kids home for the first time. Your mom and sister reminds me of my mom and sister. The love was overflowing, the family was together and everything was well in the world. I'm glad you caught all this on video, you will look at them with fond memories in years to come. Have a great stay and happy holidays.

[@ravikhan5945]

It's wonderful to see the Finnish side of your family too

[@sree8159]

Even though it's snowing in Finland...we can feel the warmth of love, care and affection of your family...🥰🥰🥰 And you look really cute in the new hairstyle... Iam a fan of short hair😃🥰❤️

[@JohannaNorth]

Thanks a lot! ❤️ it’s good to cut off the dead ends and now Annika cant pull all my hair out of my head 😅

[@mimisfavorites5269]

Both families complement each other...both are loving, giving and share in the joy of little Annika and your union with Vinod. You are very blessed. Now to get them physically together!

[@JohannaNorth]

Well hopefully indian visas would be available soon again! 🤍

[@silviemarksilverstein3031]

Annika is very lucky to be able to spend time with Johanna's family. You can see the love and care that Johanna's mother and sister show towards Annika. How wonderful that Annika has a strong connection with her family in Finland and India. She is truly blessed.

[@152manoj]

I think it can only be called our good fortune (and the marvel of today's technology) that we are able to share your journey from one end of India, i.e. Annika's birthplace, a small town/village in Kerala, to the other end of India, her Dad's village in Haryana. and then to the other side of the world, her Mom's town/village in Finland. All quite different cultures, but no big deal to be at home in all, in today's world.

[@JohannaNorth]

Oh thats a lovely thought! 🤍

[@gaurisingh3985]

This was just so heartwarming. The love of family is universal the same beyond all borders and I didn't need to understand Finnish to feel the joy and bonding between all of you. Its so nice to see Annika adapt so smoothly to her beautiful and pristine Finnish surroundings and grandma and aunt. 😊 She seems totally mesmerized by her aunt Nina 😍 Love love love the new hairdo 👌

[@deliahoffman9254]

What a difference between the two countries…I hope Vinod will be ok with the change of climate. Great gift for your Finish family to see you , the baby and your husband. I really enjoyed your film today! Stay safe!

[@JohannaNorth]

It took a while to get used to, but we dress him in lots of warm layers everyday, just like Annika! 😄

[@sp-tj9ye]

@@JohannaNorth if he looks like Santa give him red dress & the cap & hang socks of all of you for a gift 😎 Happy Christmas festivities in advance to the entire family. 🇮🇳

[@arnabdc]

@@JohannaNorth At least he doesn't need to bear the torture of lying down flat to wear those clothes.

[@wolf-mk7xg]

@@JohannaNorth alleast his butt is safe while traveling...thnks to KIA 🤣

[@vanessanair6645]

Johanna, you look beautiful with your haircut, looking much younger too. Lovely to see the family together, so much of love. Waiting for more videos in Finland with Annika. Enjoy your stay with loved ones. Stay as long as you can to recover from that 2 years separation

[@carolgoergens9275]

What a wonderful mom you have embrace her emotional side it happens as we age. her pure joy of having you three there is beautiful,

[@krishnarao2727]

Emotional vlog. Grandma's love, effection. So tauching 👌👏👏🎉

[@kellydev]

What a beautiful video, I teared up watching your Moms love for you all, and how she prepared for Annikas visit ❤️ her love for you all is just so heartwarming to see, as a, Grandmother myself I know what that love feels like and sometimes the physical feeling of that love makes a Grandmother teary eyed, 🥰 your Mom is so lovely, and so is your sister Nina, she is clearly a very loving aunt to Annika. Lovely to see Annika being exposed to her Moms family and culture, and she seems so happy, good to see Vinod is enjoying it all too🥰 Johanna it must feel so good to be back in Finland again, 2 of my Grabdaughters have not seen their Grandparents for 2 year now, because of Covid, they're 10 & 7 year old now, I feel so sad for thier other Grandlparebts that they've lost those 2 years from their only Grandchildren lives, but hoping they'll get to travel next spring. I'm looking forward to following your journey in Finland, as we hope to travel there someday. Enjoy every magical moment of your time with your beautiful family 🥰

[@JohannaNorth]

Oh it must be the best feeling in the past two years, right after finding out i was pregnant and Annika’s birth of course! 🤍 it’s super sad to hear how many families have been kept apart by covid

[@bhavanakirana7465]

It is so visible that your mom waited for a long time to spend time with you all, especially Annika. It is quite sad that their visas were denied. I felt like hugging your mom, she is doing so many things to make sure you all (especially Vinod and Annika) are feeling comfortable and happy. Such a sweet lady

[@JohannaNorth]

Well i always stay at my mom’s when in Finland, so no need to make me comfortable like the first-timers Annika and vinod 😄🤍

[@prashantha_k]

I've been looking forward to this episode , titled "adventures of Annika in Finland". It was worth the wait

[@bettychalmers500]

It must be so wonderful to be in Finland after so long. Enjoy every minute.

[@shirleygeorge6351]

That was really really soul warming Johanna & Vinod..Annika baby's twinkling wondrous expressions & priceless laughter will be the most precious memories your adorable Mom & loving sister will treasure for years to come .God bless you all .Thanks for sharing beautiful Finland & the calming lifestyle.

[@viki-pz7cr]

Ur mom is very caring....a divine soul indeed

[@aswathik1595]

So wonderful and loving 💖. I really enjoyed each and every moment in this video. Johanna you're a very talented creator! Vinod's camera skills are also very nice !

[@cg5611]

Love the way both your mother and sister have kept their house. Glad that your mother's wish in seeing you all was fulfilled.She must be obviously happy now. Her expressions enhance her self,nothing to be ashamed of.

[@goodhuman3991]

“Children are a gift from God” no doubt about that, how much sunshine ☀️ she brings to warm that-10cold. ♥️🎈♥️🎈

[@neeragupta6033]

Princess Aanika is enjoying each and every moment with your family members.Nice to see your lovely haircut.Your mother is very active and so your sister is very attractive. ❤️

[@light5903]

Omg , this is so heartwarming. Your mum is so nice, she did so many things for Annika , love her ❤

[@joysonthomas4999]

Loved this video. Nice to see Anikka being pampered by your mom and sister. So much love and affection in the air. God bless all of you.

[@sarita19feb]

Wonderful amazing lovely. All shower in love n gifts. Annika is a supercute doll. Her blabbering is damn cute. She is enjoying there!

[@miniravishankar3801]

Such a wonderful reunion ❤️Annikas already settled in her new warm home ⭐

[@user-ey2qv1xk9u]

What a generous and loving grandmother

[@rupakhanna9282]

What a beautiful family. Annika looks so happy- because she knows she’s loved. Your sister is fabulous with her and so kind- getting her all those clothes and toys. Your mother is awesome making all those delectable meals. Have a wonderful time with your family❤️

[@madhavkopalle]

You mom has lots of love for Annika just her way of love is different. This is a nice side of your family and Annika is just cheerful as always and always hungry. Wish you Happy and merry 🎄 Christmas

[@malhot27]

I find myself smiling and laughing whenever I see sweet kids. Gorgeous.

[@jyothi404]

Wonderful to see your family ..so sad that the dresses your sister brought are too small for Annika now,since they are waiting for long..

[@kamininagaich5322]

Lots of love fr anika she enjoying lot with her masi 😍😍😘😘god bless her

[@maryaugustine6246]

Very nice to meet your mom and sister......plus some glimpse of Finland.....hope to see more.

[@manbirsingh9586]

After seeing this video it's no wonder that Mother is considered the "First Guru" that we have in our lives as she guides us totally and is constant and a great asset, God bless

[@niranjanthakur1431]

It's very nice to see your kind mom...it's seems Annika adjusted there so quickly.... regards to your Mother 🙏

[@tammytteecc8684]

What a great video of family time. Annika looks so happy to be at her grandmother’s house! I was a Special Ed teacher, and am now In Special Ed admin. I retire next year!! Your mom has a huge heart and patience to retire in this field. Hope you continue to have a wonderful visit! Thank you for sharing with us!

[@JohannaNorth]

My mom only ever did this job, for over 40 years! Now she is saying that she’s been sleeping the exhaustion away ever since July! 😅 it’s a challenging but rewarding job

[@Helen78SouthAfrica]

I think Annika loves Finland 🇫🇮 she happy with the family 🤶🏻💕🎄🇫🇮💕🇫🇮💕🇫🇮💕🤶🏻🇫🇮💕🎄💕🇫🇮🤶🏻💕🎄🇫🇮

[@enakshibaruah9215]

Good to see you meeting your Mom and Sister. Annika is getting along well with your Mother and Sister. It is amazing how babies recognize their Parents siblings and Grand Parents. Enjoy your stay.

[@statesman01]

The soup looks delicious! Googled "Finnish spinach soup" and found out it's name is pinaattikeitto. Checked out the recipe for it and now I am going to make it. My thanks to your mom for a new recipe idea!

[@vivekmurthy3876]

Thank You 🙏🏽 for googling the name.

[@roopangeetandon781]

I nearly rolled in laughter when Annika protested, hair cut for the said reason. It's great homecoming for you after 2 years. You must have been remembering your hometown. Enjoy your stay..

[@soyankthirani4015]

No matter what part of the country you are from..a mother’s love is unconditional and never ending. Your family is very sweet. Annika is so lucky. It’s going to break my heart when you guys go back to India. I had hard time saying goodbyes to my family when I took my daughter home. Now we are planning to move closer to my family so that we can see them often. 😊 enjoy each moment with your family and stay warm.

[@luckyg3957]

Your mom has so lovingly arranged the house ..johanna plz dont leave your mom alone ..let her stay with your family...she has spent good part of her youth to bring up i two lovely sisters n now she needs u ...infact i would have let your sister Nina too stay ...close knit family ...a family that stays toghter ..eats toghther ..is d best thing in the world...

[@dopeyhappey4160]

It's good to see you with your finish family

[@nimishasrivastava3891]

Annika is enjoying with your sister very much ❤️❤️ lovely haircut

[@shobhitmohan123]

Annika is too sweet for words , I am addicted to her....

[@josekumar185]

An Annika addict reporting from Kerala..nice to see your Finnish family..

[@shripaddate1528]

Your vlogs from Finland are wonderful. Your sister Nina, a charming young lady is quietly assisting you in making VDO. Your viewers are undoubtedly admiring her role and they have already respect for her.May I suggest you to make a special VDO covering Nina exclusively by interviewing her I am sure she must have interesting stories to tell.

[@Danielleb723]

It's nice to see you made it to Finland and Annika is having a good time. Hope you all have a wonderful trip.

[@ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293]

Almost everybody gets a lump in their throat whenever they see or hear the quote from the comic series and movie 'The Crow': "Mother is the name for God in the mouths and hearts of all children".

[@binajohn1004]

Wow such lovely family you have Johanna, your mum is so adorable,she has been waiting to meet Annika from so long and she is enjoying every moment with her familyEven your sister is such a sweet person,God bless you all.Keep posting more videos from the warmth of your mums home

[@rekhapremaraj259]

Emotional vlog. Grandmother s love and affection heart touching. Annika god blessyou

[@18svd]

Take good care of your mother Johanna. Bring her to India soon.

[@TheLIZZIEJAMES]

Love seeing Annika with her maternal family, and she is enjoying all the doting❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ your family is so attentive and caring. Love to all of you and Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2022.❤️🧑🏻‍🎄🧑🏻‍🎄🎅🏻🎄🌟🌟🌟

[@lachminsarjue6248]

So much happiness and joy in your family,Annika is enjoying everything,it must be very cold there for all of you,stay well,stay warm and do have a wonderful visit,your Mon is a gem,so is your sister,the new hair cut looks awesome,

[@shantanushekharsjunerft9783]

What a loving loving family you have Ms North!

[@JohannaNorth]

Thank you 😊

[@koshaba81]

So sweet big girl Anika has grown up. God bless her

[@scs27562]

So eagerly waiting for this vlog..Annika learning to walk ..so eye soothing..Took me back to my memory lane when my child was of Annika's age..

[@muameraljajicsusterac1520]

Such a loving family, you’re all inspiring ….

[@inchikaattilvaasu7401]

Annika totally exited and serving so many people take care

[@Aparnamanoj1412]

Beautiful family..feels like we are there with you♥️♥️

[@blairswanson44]

It's so good to see your family in Finland Johanna. You all must be so excited about this life affirming event! Your Mom's apartment appears wonderfully comfortable & I'm confident that Annika & Vinod will grow to feel so much at home there. Love to you all. ❤️

[@JohannaNorth]

Yes! Thank you! We're all just loving it here so much

[@sp-tj9ye]

Happy to see so lovely people around Annika here in India & there in Finland. Loved to watch the grandmotherly love that was showered on Annika not forgetting Annika's aunt loving her so much. Annika is lucky. 😀

[@dayryan100]

Has taken worrying as her hobby...ohhh. This line reminds me of my mother...untill u become one, we never understand themm...mothers r the best...this doesnt mean fathers r anyless😍😍

[@ginashiel105]

Oh bless your Mum and sister for buying all those things...it seems Annika is warming to her Finnish family very quickly....lovely vlog the food looked delicious!

[@reeko9278]

Your mom ❤️ your sister also is soo caring.. they must have been waiting to meet their new edition. so lucky you'll are to have lovely in laws. She is always feeding anikka food... Looks like Annika is super happy to explore her Finnish side. Had fun watching this vlog...keep it coming!

[@ornelasmarta100]

I really love your videos with all the traveling and the mixing of two diverse cultures coming together. What a beautiful family you all are.🥰 Love your Finnish family. ❤Annika knows instinctively that your sister has a familial connection to her. Love the Finnish baby clothes and the toys. 😍 I bet Vinnod looks back and wonders how he almost passed up this beautiful family you both created. I'm sure he is pleasantly surprised and feeling blessed that you both took a chance on this love story and making it work. Annika is so blessed to have such wonderful and loving parents and family on both sides. No doubt beautiful Annika will be skilled in multiple languages, cultures and traveling. Blessings to you all!🙏 🌞🥰❤🌻

[@JohannaNorth]

We've of course been having lots of video calls with my family, so Annika knows her aunt and grandma a bit through those :)

[@rajib8231]

Very heartwarming video. Annika is a happy child. She will grow up to be a chirpy happy girl ❤️

[@areebafatima4779]

I was waiting for the vlog to come ❤️

[@shahidhes]

👍👍same

[@missparulekar633]

Same here

[@jenniferbush7400]

Such a lovely family , and they were so happy and eager to meet anika , that they made sure she had the things needed for her while there, even vinod is well adjusted in a such a short time , both house looks cosy and Beautiful. It was funny when vinod said its only below 6 degrees it's not so cold today lol, he should have been thanking his warm jacket for that lol. Can't wait to see Finland in summer with all that greenery, when you guys get back start saving again so you can go for longer visit in summer so you guys can travel other places ,I guess vinod would need visas though, we're lucky that we don't need visa for European holidays. Enjoy your stay , your mum and sister will miss you guys when you leave , especially anika with all her baby stuff they will see .thanks for showing your family Johanna. God bless you all.

[@harshitarani6669]

Most awaited video! 😍 Your mom is so adorable. She reminded me of my own mom who goes on to prepare all the good food in world whenever she comes to me or I go to her (both of us live in India). I can imagine how happy, emotional and overwhelmed your mom would have been when she got to see you after such a long time. Lots of love and virtual hugs to her 😍

[@emptynestersparadise1606]

Great video... beautifully captures a mother's love n excitement when her married daughter n grandchild visit for the first time after a long time

[@supz26]

It’s so nice to see your side of the family , your mom’s apartment is beautifully decorated , the outpour of love from your mom and sister is so heartwarming to watch , Annika is adapting very good . Your haircut looks stunning . Such a joy to watch this clip , thank you ❤️

[@aruncv1373]

The blocking is almost perfect. And the Sony camera is working like a charm in the darker places. Beautiful filming!

[@cupid2004]

You have a beautiful family all around!!! Your family is so kind. I love seeing everyone bonding. It is such a delight to see!!!

[@aghilanmayan97]

Hai Johanna... Convey my greetings to our Finland🇫🇮 family🥰 and to cutie pie Annika and DASHING VINOD BRO... #Love you my 🥰family take care

[@SYLFan2008]

So adorable that your mom and sister had stocked up on things and gifts for little Annika and kinda sad that they had to wait this long for Annika to enjoy them. COVID really took a lot of joy away from many people's lives, but I'm glad you and Vinod found a way to be there with them and I hope you're staying there long enough for them to spend as much time with Annika as possible.

[@JohannaNorth]

We’re staying until early January ☺️

[@SYLFan2008]

@@JohannaNorth : 👌.

[@JonSnow-pi6jb]

@@JohannaNorth Maybe you guys should stay a little longer. The Omicron variant is showing symptoms that in January there might be a lockdown in India.

[@jeebananandamahalik9568]

eagerly waiting for this blog.. literally my waiting is over..

[@high16200]

Hi Johanna, your mother and sister are very humble and loving, you are lucky on both sides who have such adorable families. Good for both you and Annika as well. It was really nice to see your lovely family in Finland. Thank you so much for sharing your cozy life. Stay warm in the cold winter💞💞🙏

[@kingkhan-qg3xm]

Really it's doesn't matter where u are from u. Just have to be honest and good u will find people like you Thank for giving us such a nice vlog ☺️

[@bhaveshthakor5910]

Your sister and mom are so nice they love you guys so much.... 🇮🇳🙏 keep makes more vlog about life in Finland...

[@thenizahirs]

Beautiful Vlog ❤️ Your Mum and Sister are so lovely Johanna. ✨🤗 Hope you are all well. 🇫🇮 💕

[@mssuryakumar1252]

So sweet to see your family and their interaction with Annika...

[@sagarmeena0210]

your family looks very caring and supportive.

[@shottyaiyer]

Lovely haircut, Johanna. Great to see Annika growing up so nicely!

[@adityarajparil9604]

The growing finni,Hindi, English, Malayalam kid😍

[@desicalichech]

And just like that Annika has effortlessly transformed from an Indian baby to a Finnish baby. So cute 💕

[@nickyp310]

I love your new hair cut!!

[@chandan-kumar-khatri]

annika looks very chearful and enjoying her life very well . i am really happy seeing her growing with both the culture quite perfectly.

[@gunpreet100]

Nice to see your Finnish family. Blessings.

[@IamGROOT866]

Omg ... Annika kitna chillati hai 😘😘😘😘😘... So cute 🥰🥰🥰

[@madhavitekyam7824]

As people says grandchildren are more important to parents. Its true. Annika get so much love from Nani and Aunt. They prepared lot of things. for her.it shows their immense love towards her.

[@vlogerrransh3413]

🙏 Johanna Ur mommy is so cute

[@deborah2191991]

Glad at Las you got to travel to Finland. Mum, your sister and your family must be very happy to meet each other especially my darling Anika. 😘

[@chhayapanwar3630]

Loving and caring family

[@nku420]

Bless her... now she gets Nani's love. I have been to Turku and loved it,