Nursery World - Parent’s Guide: New experiences

How to prepare children for moving home, and how they might react to the change. By Annette Rawstrone

Moving home is frequently quoted as one of life’s most stressful events, even when it is a positive relocation, such as going to a nicer property. The upheaval is greater when you are doing it for negative reasons, such as family separation or financial problems, and more so if moving is a regular occurrence.

While you focus on the paperwork and other practical or emotional issues, try to keep in mind your child’s feelings and support them through the transition in order to lessen any distress that they may experience.

HOW TO PREPARE

It’s important to talk to your child, even toddlers, about major changes that are going to affect them, so that they have time to get used to the idea and ask any questions. So, talk about the planned move as soon as you can.

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