Moving? How does your child feel?
Moving to a new home can be a very exciting time however for your children it can be equally traumatic. I know from experience because I remember once I told my son we were moving to a different state during a hovis farmer ad on television and he was so upset that he never ate hovis bread again till now. Children are not as adept at dealing with new surroundings as adults are. Being uncertain, frustrated and angry are common reactions from children during this transition. Because they can get very emotionally attached to one place it is very important to know the strategies you can use to help your children handle the move better.
Here are four ways to help your child cope up with a move:
1. Tell your children about moving as early as possible. This will give your child time to adjust to the fact that their family is moving to a new place. Understand that your children will go through a variety of feelings during this time. If a child is not suddenly taken out of a situation then they will have a better chance to adjust easily.
2. Help the child see the benefits of moving. Your child may seem disappointed but let them know why moving is the best thing for your family. Give them positive comments on the move while understanding their doubts and fears.
3. Before you move take them to visit the new home. Let them see what the new place is like so that they are not thrown suddenly into an unknown environment. Show excitement when taking them around the new neighborhood.
4. Give them a list of things they can do in their new neighborhood. Let them know about the places they will be able to go to like the parks, malls, schools, and pools.
These four steps will allow your child to have the time to adjust and see the benefits of moving. Allowing your child to take a special part in the move and packing will ensure that the transition is less traumatic for your child.
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