"When it comes to the future of moving, we know
exactly which way to go!"
 Moving
is tough for kids too. Leaving familiar places and friends
can be a terrifying thought for anyone. Children need adults
to comfort them by listening to the and by encouraging them.
You can make a big difference in how your kids view change
and the rewards that can follow.
BEFORE THE MOVE
- Tell your kids about
the move as soon as you can. The more time they have
to think about it, the more time they will have to think
about it and prepare.
- Most children will display
feelings of anger, resentment, sadness or worry. These
feelings are normal. Share similar worries or concerns
of your own about work or finding a new home reassuring
them that they are not alone.
- Help or encourage older
children to prepare a list of phone numbers and addresses
of close friends, relatives and other important people
in their lives. Keeping in touch with important people
after the move helps to make for a more successful move.
- For older children, have them help with finding
the new home by listing the positives and negatives
of each home you consider.
- If possible, take your older children with you to
see new homes. If this isn’t possible, take pictures
of the new home, schools that they will attend, a nearby
park and anything else that will be of interest to them.
- If your child is in Jr. High or High School, call
the school to speak with the guidance counselor. They
can also be helpful to your child by having someone
else to talk to.
- Try to line up some activities or special events
ahead of time in the new city that interests your child.
Get them involved early and keep them involved. This
will be a great way for your child to develop new relationships
which is a very important part of a child’s life.
- If possible, try to meet some of the new neighbors
before the move.
DURING THE MOVE
- Try to remain positive and upbeat during the move.
Good planning makes this possible and will keep the
entire family in a better frame of mind.
- Older or young, involve your children in packing.
Encourage them to make packing time a good time to rid
of things that they haven’t used in a long time or can
no longer wear.
- Keep regular routines, eating, napping and bedtime
during the move.
- Pack your child’s “favorite” toys, blankets, pillows,
etc. separate to take with you in the car or while you
travel.
- Help your children say good-bye to the important
people in their lives. Have a pizza party or a sleep
over.
- Keep a “can do” and positive attitude when things
don’t go so well (expect it). This will help keep the
move on a positive track.
AFTER THE MOVE
 When your household goods arrive, try not to spend
all of your time unpacking. This is the time to unpack
the essentials and then spend a few days enjoying your
family and your new home. Take a walk, visit the park,
and check out local shopping areas and restaurants.
Introduce yourself to new neighbors. - Invite neighbor children over for pizza and video
games.
- Let your children become involved with the decorating,
especially their own rooms.
- Get involved in church groups, activity clubs and
enable socializing.
- If your child is experiencing difficulties or signs
of depression after a couple of months, ask a doctor,
guidance counselor or principal if the can refer someone.
Some signs to look for include academic difficulties,
ongoing irritability, trouble with peers, changes in
sleeping or eating habits or a generally despondent
mood. Give them time. These behaviors can last for 4
to 5 months for teens. With your understanding and patience,
after a while, your children will be reassured that
things do get better with time, what was new to them
will become everyday for them and that home is family.
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