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Shared custody arrangements are common among divorced parents. However, just because such an arrangement is best for the children doesn’t make it simple. Kids need time to adjust to their new living situations. Here are a few ways you can make moving into two homes easier on your kids. 

How to Help Children Adjust to Living in Two Homes

1. Give Them Their Own Space 

Since finances will likely be tight following divorce, you don’t necessarily have to provide each child with their own bedroom. However, you should provide them with a place of their own. Something as simple as having their own bookshelf or toy cubby will make them feel more at home every time they visit. 

2. Shop for the Necessities Together

movingOnce you and your ex start sharing custody, there’s no getting around doubling up on certain purchases. For example, the kids will need beds and wardrobes at both homes. While they might keep most of their clothes at one house, they won’t want to pack everything up before heading to the other, unless they only visit a couple times a year. Fortunately, you can get the kids excited about the new arrangement by taking them shopping and letting them pick out the furnishings they want.

3. Start New Traditions

At the end of the day, home is a feeling, not a location. Think about what you used to do as a family, and find ways to incorporate similar activities in every visit. For example, if ordering take-out or renting movies used to be a fun treat, do both once a month. When the kids visit, order from your favorite place, pop in a movie, and create memories in your new home.

 

The friendly movers at M. Dyer & Sons understand how stressful moving can be after divorce. To ease some of the burden of this transition, they’ll handle all the packing, shipping, and unloading for you. Based on Oahu, they assist with local, inter-island, mainland, and international moves. To request a free moving quote, complete the form on their website or call (808) 456-4200. You can also find more moving tips on their Facebook page.

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