Kids get excited about moving. They love to explore new place, school, friends and everything in different places. But sometimes we can see opposite reaction of moving in children. Read the article and learn how to handle this situation.
Moving with kids can be difficult. Children face a lot of stress and discomfiture while moving. The reaction for moving varies in children. Some are not affected,
while others get depressed and disinterested about moving to
new place.
What Makes Moving A Problem For Children?
Young kids and teenagers feel secure and at ease with their natural surroundings and daily routine. The idea of getting uprooted from their familiar place saddens them, causing depression. Plus they would miss their friends
and acquaintances at new place. Most children fear facing new people and new environment. The idea of making new friends and moving to a new school is also depressing.
So here are few things which you can do to motivate children while relocating.
Notify About Move Early
It is important to share news about moving with children. They should be aware as to why the whole house is being packed. While breaking the news to children, be sensitive not to be too hard on them, especially if they are
teenagers. Elaborate the needs and prospects about the move; they should definitely know why move is necessary.
Maintain Daily Routine
Relocation is a big step and it is evident that new house would me messy and there would be a lot of confusion initially. But it is important that you maintain same daily routine for children. This means they should have normal
routine for sleep, meals etc.
Increase Family Activity
A fun and entertaining family activity, or outing after a move, though difficult, would influence children positively. This would help them get over distress of moving. Try involving them with new community and neighborhood
so that they can make new friends and get easy about the new place.
Hire Man and Van: Reduce Inconvenience
You can hire removal company, or
man and van to bring efficiency while relocating. Hiring man and van would make move more easy and organized. The full services of man and van include packing, loading and unpacking,
so you’ll have minimum disturbances to bear. This would also give you more time to concentrate on kids.
Involve Children In The Move
Take the initiative to involve children in the house move. This can be done by giving them age specific responsibility. They can be told to pack their own belongings. You can even take them along to select new residence and
actively involve their opinion. This keeps them interested, and they understand the fact that they are moving better.
Watch-Out for Any Serious Signs
Disrupted sleep, anxiety, depression, staying aloof, not eating well, falling school grades could be hinting to a problem. Keep close watch on your child after move. If he/she is showing similar signs then get attentive and
counsel your child. Interact with them and know what problems they are facing. If things get complex, seek help at the earliest.
