Helping Children Through The Stress of Moving

With countless details of moving and storage on your mind, it can be all too easy to underestimate your children's feelings. Even though you're probably overwhelmed (understandably), it's important to give your kids some extra emotional support to help them through the trauma of moving. Inside are some simple strategies that can make the event easier on the kids in your family.

Talk to your Children about Moving

Open communication is key. Explain why and when you're moving out of and into a home. If possible, let the kids go along on house hunting trips. Take them for a visit to their new school. Show them playgrounds, parks and recreational activities. If you can't take the kids along, photos and video of where they'll live and play can be an excellent substitute for visiting your new home in person. When taking video, narrate using their names with positive statements about how they will enjoy the neighborhood playground or how their personal stuff will fit into your new home.

Use our city guide or official city websites to show them community recreational aspects including festivals, activities, and sports they can be involved in.

Be Enthusiastic Unified Parents

If you show happiness about moving, your kids will mirror your mood. Keep a positive unified attitude, but be prepared to accept their negative reactions. Listen to children's fears and concerns, and share your own. Let them know their feelings and stress are normal. Reassure them by reading age-appropriate books on moving.

Let the Kids pack their stuff and plan their new room

To small children, their possessions are their world. Reassure them that their possessions will move along with them. Have the children pack as much as possible. Give them special boxes and labels, and explain to them that all the things they packed will be in their new room when the family arrives. Talk about where they'll put their things, and let them take part in decorating their room.

Get ready for Goodbye

Help your children prepare for the move by making a memory book. (Or, let them shoot their own video or digital pictures.) Include pictures of their old house, friends and favorite places. Write down addresses and phone numbers of friends. Plan a going-away party and hand out cards with your new address. If visits are possible, let your children know they'll be able to visit their old friends.

Settle Comfortably in Your New Home

Help your kids feel at home before they feel homesick. Set up their rooms right away. Try to keep schedules as normal as possible, and be there to talk at mealtimes and bedtime. Visit neighbors to find other children the same age. Sign up for one or two activities that will interest your children and help them meet new friends. Give lots of encouragement when kids tell you about their school experiences. Remember to set aside family time.

Easing New School Jitters

Find out as much as you can about the school before you move. Use our local school guides to make this easier. Be informed about special needs, gifted programs, magnet school programs, and other school opportunities.

Think Long Term

Your kids will eventually forgive you for moving. :) Remember that behavioral changes will likely disappear as children adapt to their new environment. Don't be afraid to get professional help, however, if you feel it's necessary. The stress of moving isn't easy for parents, but with patience and enthusiasm, you'll be rewarded with children who feel safe, happy and secure in their new home.

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