Your kids can be affected by the recent news that your family will have to move to another location. It may be just around the block, in another city found in another state, or it may even be in another country. Nonetheless, your kids, either they're toddlers or teenagers, may want some assurance about their new beginnings and experiences in their new environment.
It is important to reassure them that everything is going to be alright. It is even equally of importance, or even more so, that you have to stay positive about this event.
It is important to reassure them that everything is going to be alright. It is even equally of importance, or even more so, that you have to stay positive about this event.
About making new friends.
One of the toughest things that your kids might have to go through is that they will no longer see their "best buds" easily. While social media can help to an extent, there is still that certain longing of wanting to be with their close circle of friends.
When this comes to mind, it is important to stress out that there will be chances to make new friends in the new area.
If your kids are still toddlers, make to keep familiar toys with them at all times. These could be from stuffed animals to books that they are familiar with. Also, do not abandon regular routines as a family. If you read them bedtime stories before they sleep, then continue to do so in your new home.
If your child tells you that they'll miss their friends, assure them that you completely understand and they will have every chance to stay in touch.
New home, new school.
When you are about to live in a new area, show your kids what they can experience in the new environment. You can even ask them what they would like to do at the new place.
Furthermore, moving also means a new school for them. You can talk to their upcoming teachers prior to your kids entering the new school. Ask the educators to assist them in giving your kids a comfortable experience as everything will still be quite new to them.
Listening is key.
Always be sensitive to the needs and concerns of your children. When needed, talk to them and ask them if anything is wrong. Listen to their concerns and empathize. Once again, assure them that everything will be alright and that you will be there every step of the way for them to adjust in the new environment.
One of the toughest things that your kids might have to go through is that they will no longer see their "best buds" easily. While social media can help to an extent, there is still that certain longing of wanting to be with their close circle of friends.
When this comes to mind, it is important to stress out that there will be chances to make new friends in the new area.
If your kids are still toddlers, make to keep familiar toys with them at all times. These could be from stuffed animals to books that they are familiar with. Also, do not abandon regular routines as a family. If you read them bedtime stories before they sleep, then continue to do so in your new home.
If your child tells you that they'll miss their friends, assure them that you completely understand and they will have every chance to stay in touch.
New home, new school.
When you are about to live in a new area, show your kids what they can experience in the new environment. You can even ask them what they would like to do at the new place.
Furthermore, moving also means a new school for them. You can talk to their upcoming teachers prior to your kids entering the new school. Ask the educators to assist them in giving your kids a comfortable experience as everything will still be quite new to them.
Listening is key.
Always be sensitive to the needs and concerns of your children. When needed, talk to them and ask them if anything is wrong. Listen to their concerns and empathize. Once again, assure them that everything will be alright and that you will be there every step of the way for them to adjust in the new environment.