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Moving can be tough—especially for families with kids. Not only do you have to manage the actual logistics of finding and getting to a new home, but you also have to consider your kids’ emotional needs at every step of the process. Friends, family, and professional movers can make the process a bit easier for your family. Here are some essential tips to keep in mind as you get your family ready for this major step.

Do:

Explain what to expect.

Change can be a difficult concept for kids to grasp. So make it as easy as possible for them by telling them exactly what is going to happen throughout the move and beyond, from packing to making friends at their new school. They might get upset at various points, which is totally normal. Try to be as open and honest as possible so they understand and can start to accept the move. You can also try to get them excited by showing them your new house and letting them decorate their room in a fun way.

Hire movers.

Organizing a move on your own isn’t easy even when you don’t have kids. For parents, doing it alone can be nearly impossible. Movers can help to make the actual moving day so much easier, so you can spend more time with your kids and tend to their needs. Some even offer packing supplies and storage options to make the period leading up to your move a bit easier.

Don’t:

Pack all of your kids’ belongings first.

moversIf you want to get a jump-start on packing, don’t begin in your kids’ rooms. Try to keep their environment as normal as possible for as long as possible by allowing them to keep all of their toys and personal items. Once it’s time to pack their things, do it without them in the room. Otherwise, they’ll decide they absolutely must play with whatever’s going into the box at that very moment.

Wait until the last minute.

Everything takes twice as long when you have kids. So don’t expect that you can pack up your entire home in a day and a half as you did in college. As soon as you decide to move, draw up a to-do list and a timeline and stick to it. Start packing your non-essentials right away and know exactly when you need to call utility companies and complete other tasks.

 

If you’re looking for seasoned pros to help your family through this process, call Carlton Movers in Cincinnati, OH. The storage and moving company has been a part of the community for over 40 years, providing service to 13 states. The family-owned and -operated company has large moving trucks that can make your transition a breeze as well as boxes and packing supplies to help you stay organized leading up to the big move. Learn more about their residential moving options online or call (513) 579-0007 to request a free estimate.

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