Organise a smooth move with Children
How to organise a smooth move with Kids
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Insights from a Moving Industry Expert – James Sanders
Moving to a new home in the UK can be a complex process, and when you add kids to the equation, it becomes even more challenging. With over 35 years of experience in the moving industry, I understand the importance of ensuring a smooth transition for families with children. Whether you’re relocating to the picturesque town of Cannock, the historic city of Lichfield, the tranquil town of Stafford, or the vibrant city of Birmingham, this article provides expert insights and practical advice on how to organize and execute a successful residential move with kids.
Pre-Move Preparation
Family Discussion
Start by having an open and honest conversation with your kids about the upcoming move. Address their questions and concerns.
Explore the New Area
Involve your children in researching and learning about the new location. Show them photos, maps, and interesting facts to create excitement.
Purge Unnecessary Items
Involve your kids in the decluttering process by helping them decide which toys and belongings to keep, donate, or discard.
Packing and Moving
Let Them Pack
Allow your kids to pack their own belongings, such as toys and clothes. This can help them feel a sense of control.
Fun Labeling
Make labeling boxes a fun activity. Let your kids decorate and label their boxes with stickers or drawings.
Pack Essentials
Create an essentials bag for each child with their favorite items, snacks, and comfort objects for the journey.
Moving Day
Childcare Support
Consider hiring a babysitter or asking family members to look after the kids on moving day to reduce stress.
Comfort Objects
Ensure your kids have access to their familiar and comforting items during the move, like blankets or stuffed animals.
Entertainment for the Journey
Prepare entertainment for the journey, such as books, games, or electronic devices to keep kids engaged.
New Home Arrival
Family Unpacking
Involve your kids in the unpacking process. Let them set up their own rooms to create a sense of ownership.
Neighborhood Exploration
Take family walks to explore the new neighborhood, parks, and nearby attractions to familiarize your children with the area.
Enroll Quickly
If you have school-age children, ensure a smooth transition by enrolling them in their new school and extracurricular activities as soon as possible.
Emotional Support
Talk About Feelings
Encourage your kids to express their feelings about the move. Listen attentively and validate their emotions.
Consistency
Try to maintain familiar routines as much as possible to provide stability during the transition.
Encourage Friendships
Help your children make new friends by arranging playdates with local kids or getting involved in community events.
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Ruth Knott2023-12-19Amazing service!! Without James and his team, my move probably wouldn't have happened. They got me out of a tight spot at really short notice thanks to solicitors not exchanging contracts until 4 days before my move Extremely professional set up from the minute they arrived, throughout the whole day up until they left. They took great care with my furniture and other possessions and so skilled In getting everything into my brand new build property without causing any damage. I would recommend them in a heartbeat to anyone needed a professional, reliable and caring removals firm at a very reasonable price. For anyone moving in and around Staffordshire Moving Circles are the 👌Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Jenny Summerfield2023-12-09James and the team were amazing. Moving house is really stressful but everyone worked really well together and has us packed up, moved in to our new home without a hitch.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Darren Powell2023-09-04Couldn’t fault the service provided by Moving Circle Removals. We couldn’t be happier with the communication and value for money for a move of some distance. ThankyouTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Nicola Appaji2023-09-01A Professional Company with very friendly staff. They were good value and very responsive throughout the move. They helped us out when we needed a backup removal company quickly on a Bank holiday. I would recommend them to everyone they were amazing helped us feel relaxed on our moving day.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Hannah Grant2023-08-26Absolutely fantastic service! Had a solicitor nightmare in the morning and the guys just took it in their stride. Amazing professional service from start to finish. Would highly recommend!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Mike Soles2023-08-14James and Tommy helped us from booking , quoting, packing moving and storage . Their service was friendly, professional,& very helpful. Nothing was too much trouble , even down to providing storage for excess items! Moving circles was recommended to us by a friend , and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to others ! Thank you guys !Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Paul Ryan2023-06-11Nice team and very accommodating, great job.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Susie Perry2023-06-02I used moving circles removals quite recently and I must say what a pleasure it was, the lads were great , very professional, very helpful. The move was very smooth! I would definitely recommend them to anyone who is moving house soon. Thank you guys for helping me out 😊👍🏻Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Kimberley Greenwood2023-05-29James & team recently helped us move house - we cannot fault the service and would highly recommend. James was really professional from the outset and also very flexible when our completion date kept moving around (unlike many other removal companies). The team that turned up on the day to support the move was also great - efficient and worked really hard throughout the move day. Moving Circles was also highly competitive in their pricing. Thank you Moving Circles - would definitely work with your team again in future!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Angela Jones2023-04-06We used Moving CIrcles for our recent move and I am so glad that we did . From the very first consultation right through to the actual move, I cannot fault the service that we received. The guys that did the move were very friendly and professional throughout, nothing was damaged and everything was put where we asked. I would highly recommend James and the team who certainly went above and beyond to ensure a smooth move. Thank you so much.
