Relocating With Kids? Here Are 6 Ways to Have a Smooth Moving Experience
Written By: Jennifer McGregor
Relocating is a challenging process, to say the least. But, adding a child to the picture makes it that much more difficult. Moving to a new home can be tough for kids, especially if they’re young, as they need to leave behind familiar environments and friends and start from scratch. But, as this article by Carrie Flower Company explores, there are various useful tips parents can follow to ensure a smooth relocation experience for the whole family.
Start Planning Early
Once you have made the call to move, start creating a checklist of all the activities that need to be completed between now and moving day. This will involve:
Finding a good property
Enrolling your child in their new school
Buying packing materials
Hiring movers
Submitting address change requests to utility companies and more
Shortlist Properties
When it comes to finding your new home, first set clear expectations regarding whether you want to move into a larger or smaller property. A big factor, of course, is affordability, so start researching the best prices and neighborhoods in your region as soon as possible. Other features to look for include a good school district, connectivity with public transportation, an area with a low crime rate, and outdoor space providing your child plenty of room to play in a safe environment.
You can streamline the process of finding a new home while selling the current one by working with a real estate agent.
Rech Out to Your Network
Moving to a new location is much easier when you have a local network of family, friends, or colleagues. Not only can they help you settle in but also provide useful tips regarding important decisions such as choosing a good neighborhood, finding a top-ranked school, budgeting for your new cost of living, and more.
Hire Packers and Movers
Whether it is a short or long-distance move, hiring movers will make the process much easier and allow you to focus on your child’s needs. As reported by Moving.com, the cost will depend on the distance, amount of belongings, and complexity of the move. As a best practice, reach out to various moving companies in your area and request a quote based on your requirements. Additionally, do some research regarding their business, read online reviews, and ensure that they have the required licenses and accreditations. Booking movers in advance can help you get a lower price and not have to scramble in the days leading up to moving.
Rent Storage Space
Before the move, you’re bound to declutter the home and discard excess goods such as old appliances, run-down furniture, etc. But, there still could be belongings that you don’t want to throw away presently but cannot store in your new home either. In this scenario, searching the area for storage units is the best option. that much more difficult. Moving to a new home can be tough for kids, especially if they’re young, as they need to leave behind familiar environments and friends and start from scratch. But, as this article by Carrie Flower Company explores, there are various useful tips parents can follow to ensure a smooth relocation experience for the whole family.
Start Planning Early
Once you have made the call to move, start creating a checklist of all the activities that need to be completed between now and moving day. This will involve:
Finding a good property
Enrolling your child in their new school
Buying packing materials
Hiring movers
Submitting address change requests to utility companies and more
Shortlist Properties
When it comes to finding your new home, first set clear expectations regarding whether you want to move into a larger or smaller property. A big factor, of course, is affordability, so start researching the best prices and neighborhoods in your region as soon as possible. Other features to look for include a good school district, connectivity with public transportation, an area with a low crime rate, and outdoor space providing your child plenty of room to play in a safe environment.
You can streamline the process of finding a new home while selling the current one by working with a real estate agent.
Reach Out to Your Network
Moving to a new location is much easier when you have a local network of family, friends, or colleagues. Not only can they help you settle in but also provide useful tips regarding important decisions such as choosing a good neighborhood, finding a top-ranked school, budgeting for your new cost of living, and more.
Hire Packers and Movers
Whether it is a short or long-distance move, hiring movers will make the process much easier and allow you to focus on your child’s needs. As reported by Moving.com, the cost will depend on the distance, amount of belongings, and complexity of the move. As a best practice, reach out to various moving companies in your area and request a quote based on your requirements. Additionally, do some research regarding their business, read online reviews, and ensure that they have the required licenses and accreditations. Booking movers in advance can help you get a lower price and not have to scramble in the days leading up to moving.
Rent Storage Space
Before the move, you’re bound to declutter the home and discard excess goods such as old appliances, run-down furniture, etc. But, there still could be belongings that you don’t want to throw away presently but cannot store in your new home either. In this scenario, searching the area for storage units is the best option.
Prioritize Your Child’s Needs
According to Thrive Works, moving can be a particularly tough experience for children over the age of five and can harm their social development. But here are a few ways parents can ensure their child has a smooth transition into their new environment:
Before the move, travel to your new home at least once, and familiarize your child with the neighborhood and surroundings
Let them play an active role in the relocation process, from attending viewings, helping to pack, being present during meetings with movers, and more.
Plan a going away party where your child can say goodbye to their friends and neighbors and spend their last days in the home on a positive note.
Working with real estate agents and movers will provide you with more time to cater to the unique needs of your child while moving. Additionally, making provisions for storage and creating a local network in advance will ensure that even post-move, most of your attention can be diverted towards ensuring your child is settled into the new home.
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