-Written by Anna Stephens Moving is a daunting word for anyone who knows what it entails. However, have you considered it from the perspective of your child? Many children have difficulty with a move because of the stress they observe and the uncertainty of what’s to come. For better or worse, children are constantly listening, … Continue reading Create a positive moving experience and lift your mini-movers’ spirits
Moving with kids: avoid the moving day blues
Written by Katie Peterson In movies, it always seems like moving is just about the worst news a kid can hear. Boxes are packed, the sad music plays, and it starts raining just as the car pulls out of the driveway, right past the “sold” sign in the front yard. But moving with kids does … Continue reading Moving with kids: avoid the moving day blues
5 tips for settling into a new town
May is National Moving Month and at mortgages.com, we talk a lot about what goes into moving including finding the right realtor, house hunting, and negotiating. But what happens when you’ve done this and you realize your new town is quite different from where you used to live? Like, really different. Don’t let homesickness set … Continue reading 5 tips for settling into a new town
Parents who are moving with kids, keep your cool
Written by: Arika Ford Our children mimic our behavior and as parents, we are their first teachers in life with a strong influence over them for many of their developmental years. The years when our children are growing and developing can be tumultuous at times, there may be many ups and downs, but it is … Continue reading Parents who are moving with kids, keep your cool
Moving with kids: tips from the mini movers
Written by Claire Schneider Moving with kids can be a demanding and taxing effort, but with a little preparation and guidance on what moving day will be all about, the experience can prove to be just the opposite. What are the most effective ways to create a fun, exciting moving experience the whole family will … Continue reading Moving with kids: tips from the mini movers
Planning a move with kids? 5 ideas to turn packing into a game
Guest blog written by Marlena Stoddard Moving is a grueling process, especially when little ones are involved. Abrupt changes might make them feel unsettled, so it’s important to create a seamless transition. To accomplish a smooth shift, simply transform packing into a series of engaging games. You and your kids will remember moving as a fun … Continue reading Planning a move with kids? 5 ideas to turn packing into a game
Moving: From a teen’s perspective
Written by Claire Schneider We continue our moving with kids theme by sharing what moving is like from their vantage point. I sat down with Megan, 16, and Grace, 13, and listened as they recounted their experience of their family’s recent move. Q: How did your parents tell you about the move? A: About two … Continue reading Moving: From a teen’s perspective
How to move with kids and make lasting memories
Written by Claire Schneider Sure, we all know moving is no cakewalk, but for kids, the emotional toll could potentially run deeper. For most children, moving means leaving perhaps the only home they've ever known. Whether moving out of state or just around the block, children and adolescents typically exhibit signs of resistance at the … Continue reading How to move with kids and make lasting memories
