Five Tips For A Successful Move In Omaha, NE With KidsAs if the process of moving isn’t difficult enough, adding children into the mix can be a daunting and stressful recipe. But with the right preparation and planning you can make it a fun and exciting journey for your whole family to enjoy. That is where we come in!
 
Below we have listed five tips and tricks for a successful move with children: 
 
1. Our first tip is to call a family meeting to explain what will be going on with the big move. And make it fun! Order pizza or your favorite take out spot and sit together to discuss what they can expect to take place over the coming weeks. This will create a safe place for your children to ask questions, voice concerns and allow everyone to get on the same page. Children are more likely to be excited about the change if they understand everything that is happening and feel a part of the process. 
 
2. Next, do your best to involve your children in the moving process. This will not only arm you with extra helping hands but also ease their nerves about the situation. One big way to accomplish this is to spend a few days over a few weekends sorting through their toys, clothing, books, etc. and donating/selling/tossing items they no longer use or want. This purge will help to lighten your packing and ensure you are only transporting items you need to the new house. 
 
3. If you are moving just across town, plan to take some time over a weekend and drive your children to the new neighborhood to show them around town (and a walk-through of the new home if possible). Visit the local grocery stores, libraries, community theater, gyms, etc. and familiarize them with the area and allow them to get excited about their new surroundings. 
 
4. To help keep moving week organized (and your sanity in check) make a plan. Sit down with your family the week before and plan every task that each person is responsible for. Be detailed and set a day/time that each item needs to be completed by. You can even get as detailed as mapping out what meals you will eat in the event you are not able to cook at home and which car each person will drive in on the day of the move. The more detailed the better! 
 
5. Lastly, if your children are switching schools due to the move, host a “See you soon” party with all their friends. This is a great way to make your child feel special and create beautiful memories before parting. 
 
Selling your home in Omaha, NE? Be sure to check out our Home Selling Tips page here for more useful tips and tricks!