Movers Watch

You must be pretty apprehensive if you plan to move in the near future, especially if you have young kids with you. Moving is a mentally taxing business, and having to handle children makes it all the more difficult… but it is important that you understand your kids’ feelings and help him accept the move without too much anxiety and mental stress. Moving with kids can be thought of in two ways: Preparing the kids for the move and the actual move itself. There are a number of things you can do to make your kids more comfortable about all of it:

PREPARING KIDS FOR THE MOVE

• Make sure that your kids meet all their best friends before leaving town…if possible, arrange a small party for them. You can get some presents for them to make them feel special. It would also be a good idea to create a photo album for them so that they can cherish their dearest memories…
• Getting the kids to psychologically accept the move is very important. Sit down and talk with them frankly and on a regular basis before the move. Make them understand the necessity of the move, and how your new place will be better for them to grow.
• To get your kids excited about the move, it would be a good idea to make your new home beautiful and enjoyable for them. Decorate their rooms with posters and paintjobs based on their favourite characters…get their favourite toys for them…basically create an atmosphere in which they feel welcome.
• Before the move, try to get acquainted with some of your new neighbours, and if possible get your kids introduced to their new playmates. It would also be a good idea to take them to visit their new school, and some of the best sights of your new neighbourhood.

MISSION: MOVING!!

• Ensure that they are satisfied with the way their belongings are packed, and comfortable with the idea of the move.
• Don’t expose them to the hardships associated with moving… If possible send them to a friend’s house when all the rough work is being done. It’s essential that they stay comfortable all the time.
• Do something special to make them feel special during the actual travelling… you could take some special mode of transport which you normally wouldn’t.
• Once in your new neighbourhood, try to make settling into the new atmosphere as easy for them as possible… get them their favourite things to eat, and take them out often.

Make sure that your kids are in their comfort zone before, during and after the move. Don’t let them loose their cheerfulness. Try to make life more colourful for them!!