How To Explain Moving To Your Kids
Making moving less scary for your little ones
Posted: May 13, 2022 by Shani Johnson
As if wrapping your own head around packing up your life and settling into a new place isn't stressful enough, have you ever thought about what it feels like for kids?
I have helped many families move over the years in Central Florida, and I hear the same things over and over again. I put together a little list of things you'll want to be sure you explain to your kids before you move to ease their fears and even get them excited for the day that big truck pulls into your drive!
-They aren't leaving their toys behind! They will all be at the new house.
-Their favorite lovey and blanket will be there too!
-They will have a room at their new house that they'll love.
-If they're moving schools, reassure them they will have teachers that look out for them and that they'll make new friends. If they're not moving schools, remind them that won't change!
-Show them pictures of the new house often!
-If you're moving to a new town, look up places around town they'll look forward to checking out. (parks, libraries, shopping locations, recreation centers, etc)
-Get contact info of friends your kids hope to stay in contact with after they move.
-Most of all, allow them to feel what they feel, whatever it is. They don't have to be excited. They're allowed to feel sad. Whatever they're feeling, reassure them it's ok and that you're there for them. Remind them you're a family and as a family, you get through everything TOGETHER. They need to know you're committed to helping them navigate this new territory.
Have you moved with kids before? What advice would you add to this list?
Shani Marbais, Realtor
407.744.7873
shani.marbais@gmail.com
Shani Marbais, Realtor
407.744.7873
shani.marbais@gmail.com
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