7 Indispensable Tips for Moving with Toddlers

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2. Keep them informed You may imagine that your child is usually completely unaware of what's really going on in your life, but in truth the opposite is going on. Your little one watches and hears everything, which means that when you're in the stages of moving house, they can sense the stress. Make sure you take time out to sit with your toddler and talk through what is going on, so that on their level, they really have a grasp of the changes ahead and will expect to see a removal van soon.

3. Make it in to a game You can rehearse the move with your child in a number of ways, so that when the big day comes, they have a fair idea of what to expect. Tell them stories about effective and happy house moves, play out the scenario with puppets or a favorite toy, and provide your little one with some resources to understand the move, in a positive light.

4. Pack all you need for the first night After you move, all of your possessions will be packed away. You need to plan ahead and make sure that you have all of the essentials with you in a close bag or box, so you can reach for what you need. Nappies, milk, toys, treats and snacks all need to be readily on hand to keep your toddler happy. Don’t let the movers take away all that and keep these items with you instead.

5. Sort their bedroom first If you do nothing else on your first night in a new home, make sure you prioritize their nursery. Set the crib up, lay out their clothes, and make sure things they are familiar with (night light, curtains, bedding) are easy to reach and put in place, so they feel secure right after the items are unloaded from the moving van.

6. Show your toddler their new home before you move Taking your little one to the new home before actual moving day is a great way of familiarizing them with things, before the stress hits. Show them their room, encourage them to look around and get a feel for the new house. That way, moving day will spark some positive memories and make the transition easier.

7. MEDIUM TEXT On moving day, if you have help available, then it's a great idea to ask relatives or friends to have your toddler stay overnight. That way, by the time they come to the new house, everything should be unloaded by the movers and already in place and the worst of the stress has been dealt with.

8. Stay calm, relaxed, and stress-free This may be a tall order, but the number one thing you can do to ease the transition for your toddler when you move house, is be calm and stress-free yourself. Take deep breaths, stay relaxed and remember that this is a positive time, moving to a new house where new memories will be made. No one can suggest that moving house with a toddler is going to be easy, but with some careful planning before the big day, you can make sure that the transition goes well, and your toddler feels secure and confident in their new environment. Good luck!