- Pack everything when the kids are asleep. Leave a few toys unpacked, and set aside a small box. The kids can play until move-out time, and packing the remaining toys won’t take long.
- Ask your friends and relatives to watch your kids. Focus all your energy on packing.
- Ask for help with packing. Handle all fragile items, while helpers can handle tougher items that won’t break easily.
- Label your boxes. Use a marker to label the contents of the box. This will make unpacking much more pleasant.
- Don’t leave it for the last minute. Plan ahead, and pack as many boxes as you can early. This helps eliminate some stress as you approach the move-out day.
- Get rid of unnecessary items discreetly. If the kids are attached to unnecessary clutter, get rid of it without them noticing.
- Sell and donate unwanted items. Craigslist and Facebook markets are great places to host your cyber yard sale.
- Treat yourself and the family members. For example, buy a few toys for your kids and go to your favorite family restaurant before moving out.
- Say “goodbye” to your house. Before leaving, have one last walk with your family in the house, to remember the good times, and say “bye”. This helps you get closure.
- Give yourself and your family some time to adapt to the new place. Accepting a new house can be hard and might take time.
Tips For Moving With Children
Virtual Homes Realty - Friday, April 30, 2021
