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Relocation
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Moving With ChildrenMoving can be a frightening experience for children. Communicating openly and
realistically with all family members as early as possible will help. Listed below
are some ideas that can help make the transition to a new home as smooth as possible.
If possible, include your children in the process of selecting a new home.
If you are moving to a distant place, learn about the new area together,
as a family.
Let children help decide how to decorate and arrange their new rooms.
Don't try to get rid of your child's favorite items at this time even though
it may make the move simpler. Don't throw anything away behind the child's back.
Encourage your children to exchange addresses and keep in contact with
their friends. If possible, make arrangements for friends to visit at your new
home.
Show children pictures of their new home, school, or special areas of interest.
Ask the child's new teacher, coach, or scout leader to give them a personal
phone call.
Prepare a special package for each child containing favorite toys, books,
clothing, and snacks to keep them occupied during moving day.
Take a break with the family as soon as the major unpacking is done. Don't
try to do everything immediately.
Parents need to be very attentive with their children after the move and
listen to what they have learned about their new school and friends.
Carefully monitor your child's first few weeks in a new school. Don't
hesitate to visit your child's teacher or accompany your child to school
for the first few days.
Any abnormalities that linger-particularly physical ones such as loss of
appetite or insomnia, should be referred to a doctor.
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