Change is never easy, especially on children. While some may take moving in stride, other children become anxious at their loss of stability, watching their possessions becoming boxed up and realizing they're leaving family and friends.
Here are ideas to help smooth the road to a new move:
•· Give your children the time to adjust. Do not rush them through the time they need for this natural emotional transition. Rushing will only heighten their anxiety.
•· Give you children tasks to make them feel a part of the process. Let them help pack their toys, pick the paint or decorations for their new room, and if possible, let them choose their new bedroom to include them in the move.
•· Say goodbye to your hold house together. Closure helps the move to the new home easier.
•· Stay in touch with old friends from the old neighborhood to keep the connection.
•· Create a fun map of the new neighborhood so the children get acclimated quickly and generate curiosity for the new community.
•· Teach your children how to introduce themselves to new friends. Knowing how to approach others gives your child a sense of empowerment.
•· Keep tabs on your child's emotional barometer each step of the way. Children don't always know how to express stress-- even excitement can become overwhelming. Best approach is to listen and be understanding. Share your feelings, too, and don't forget to end all discussions on a positive note towards the new change!
I have helped many families relocate and establish fabulous homes here in Fort Lauderdale. It would be my pleasure to help you. Visit www.LuxuryRealEstateFtL.com to view my luxury real estate portfolio. Call 954.328.3665 or email Julie@premierestateproperties.com for more information.
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