By Amy Dusek
Moving is a big change for your family. Fortunately for you and your family, you're moving
to Atlanta, a beautiful city packed with family-friendly neighborhoods, top-performing schools
and an array of cultural attractions. Your children are going to want to know what color they
can paint their rooms, what their new school is like and they'll wonder how they'll make new
friends. Our family moving guide has everything you and your children need to plan a smooth move
and get settled into your new home.
Tips for Parents
As your children grow older and make solid friendships, the harder it is for them to pack up and
move to a new town. You can help ease the transition by including them in the moving process.
An easy way to help them look forward to their new home is allowing them some say in the design
of their new room. Kid's consider their rooms as their kingdom. You'll see more smiles on moving
day if your child can pick out a few new pieces of furniture, suggest a wall color or buy a few
new accessories, such as pillow shams, throw rugs and bed spreads.
If your children are old enough, assign them "moving day tasks." Your children can be in charge
of any family pets, labeling boxes and planning activities for your first day in Atlanta.
For younger children, be sure to return to regular routines in your new home as soon as possible.
A move is a big disruption and introduces many changes into your family's life.
Re-establishing bedtimes, mealtimes and other rituals will help your children feel safe and at home.
If your child is taking dance lessons or on a sports team, ask your coach to help you find a new
studio or team in Atlanta. An extracurricular activity could also be an avenue to help your
child make new friends. A big help for settling in the new home is having each child (and parent)
pack a bag of toiletries, treasured items and other necessities for your first night
in your new home. You'll need shampoo, toilet paper, clothes and snacks.
But having a favorite blanket, photo for the nightstand or other keepsake will help kids feel more
comfortable in their new rooms.
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