Routine is an important factor in children's lives, especially for the youngest ones (0-5 years old). At this stage, their ability to anticipate when it will be time to eat, get dressed, rest, go to school, go to the park, or have dinner is crucial to their sense of security and, therefore, is reflected in their behavior. The more secure they feel, the calmer they are. The less secure they perceive themselves to be, the more easily the dreaded tantrums will arrive.
So, what can we do when we're moving, and the safest place for children—their home—is definitely going to change?
Tips for moving with children
In this Panama moving note, we give you some tips to make this transition as pleasant as possible.
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Involve the child in choosing the new home. Take them with you to see new houses, show them what their room could be like, ask if they like it, and let them explore the place. However, don't tell them you're moving yet.
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Once the decision has been made and there is about a week left before the move in Panama or international move to another country, tell them that they will have a new home. It is important to emphasize that the family will be together and united and that their parents will always be with them. Invite them to tell you how they feel and validate any emotions. It is natural for them to be happy but also to feel sad or upset.
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Write a goodbye letter to your home together. Paint the family together in the house you are leaving, and while doing the activity, recall happy moments you've had there. Emphasize that more such moments will come in the new house, highlighting interesting features the next house has, such as a pool, a bigger room, a TV, or whatever they particularly liked during your previous visit.
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Pack their belongings together in the boxes or suitcases designated for the move. The goal is for them to understand that all their toys and clothes will still exist in the new house.
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Draw together on the boxes where you store the child's room belongings. This way, they become familiar with their things and will know where they are once all the moving items arrive at the new house.
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Remember to leave comfort objects (like a special stuffed animal and/or toy) out of the box and always within the child's reach.
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On moving day, try to keep their routine as normal as possible: wake them up at the same time and have them go to school while the move is happening. It's preferable that they are not present during the move, as it can be difficult to process.
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When it's time for them to go to the new house, have something they like but don't always consume, such as chocolate or fast food. It will be their welcome to the new home. Invite them to explore the house together.
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Try to make their room the first place you unpack. The more organized it is, the more organized their mind will be, and they will feel more comfortable and at ease in their new home.
Contact Extreme Movers
We hope this information is very useful for you and your family. A move always means a new beginning. Face it with a good attitude, good energy, and infect your children with all of this. If you are calm and happy with this move, your children will also enjoy it with you.
If you are planning to move, do not hesitate to contact Extreme Movers, and we will gladly guide you to make the move as simple and smooth as possible.
Call us at +5073726011 or message us on WhatsApp at +50766725