Research shows that moving house is one of the most stressful experiences that any parent will have, with nine out of ten parents (87 percent) – as per AnyVan.com – claiming to find moving house stressful. It’s easy to see why moving house can be stressful for parents; the process itself can be stressful for anyone, add kids into the mix and it’s easy to see why it can become even more of a nightmare.
The good news is that while the moving process can be stressful, there are steps that you can take to mitigate that stress and make things a little easier. Wondering what these steps are (and how they can help) – have a read of our guide to streamlining the moving process and making your 2022 house move easier for the whole family.
For everything that you need to know, have a read of our actionable tips and advice below.
Be clear about what you need (and want) from a property
First things first, when it comes to moving you can make sourcing a new property easier for yourself by being clear about what you want from your new home.
Don’t waste time randomly viewing properties with no idea of what you want from them, instead take the time to make a list of what the new property must have (think: number of bedrooms and bathrooms, a certain size of outdoor space, and any other crucial features) and a list of features you would like your new home to have but are a deal breaker.
By making a list of essentials, you can make sourcing suitable new properties on sites like Compass easier, as you already have an idea of what you need from your new home.
Involve your kids in the move
When moving with kids in tow, it’s vital to make them feel involved in the moving process. The first step is to tell them that you are moving house – it’s best to let them know about this around two months before the move itself, so that they have time to accept and adjust to the changes.
Show your little ones the area in which you will be moving to. Let them look around and get to know what’s there, from local shops and restaurants to parks and new schools (if the move warrants new schools) and encourage them to imagine how fun it will be to live there.
It’s also a good idea to take your kids to view your new home and show them where their rooms will be, allowing them to get excited about having a new space. You could also encourage them to talk about how they would like to decorate the space.
Prepare for the move as a family
To make the moving process easier, aim to prepare as a family.
Ask your children to focus on packing up their bedrooms and belongings. This will not only help to reduce the stress that you are under to get everything done, but it will also give your kids some control over the moving process, which may help to reduce any stress or anxiety that they’re feeling.
Even if you’re stressed about the move, try not to let it show, as this may make your kids feel stressed and anxious, which is something that you don’t want to do.
There you have it, a simple guide to how you can make moving with kids in tow in 2022 a little easier for everyone.