Moving can be tough, especially when you’re balancing work, childcare, and a seemingly endless to-do list. Fortunately, you can make life easier in a few simple ways.
This guide features underrated moving tips you might not have thought of in order to help you stay organized and reduce your stress while managing this major transition.
Make Checklists
The first tip to make life easier is to create checklists of your responsibilities. You can do this several months in advance as you select a moving date, secure transportation vehicles, and declutter your home.
Breaking the process into small, manageable tasks keeps you and your family from feeling overwhelmed. Assign deadlines to tasks, and cross them off as you go to avoid (or at least reduce) last-minute chaos.
Wrap and Cover Upholstered Furniture
The last thing anyone wants when unpacking is discovering their belongings sustained damage on the road. Upholstered furniture is especially prone to damage if you don’t cover it. Protecting your furniture for a safe move includes wrapping sofas, mattresses, and chairs in plastic or special covers.
You can protect furnishings from dirt, scratches, and tears in transit. Moving blankets can also be a valuable tool for minimizing shifting and damage in a moving truck.
Pack of a Box of Essentials
After an exhausting moving day, you will want to have all your essentials with you to make your night routine relatively easy. This is especially important when moving with kids! Pack a box with toiletries, a few changes of clothes, device chargers, medications, and anything else your family needs in the first 24-48 hours of living in your new home.
You won’t have to scramble for necessities this way. Label it clearly, and keep it within reach during the move to make your transition seamless.
Have Cleaning Supplies on Hand
It’s always best to leave your previous home in excellent condition and prepare your new one for a fresh start. Keep paper towels, a multi-purpose cleaner, and a broom handy to clean your old place and make it move-in ready.
A quick clean-up can also help you feel more comfortable when you arrive. Preparation is key, and having these supplies ready will save you unnecessary frustration in the moment.
Prepare Meals, Snacks, and Drinks
Moving to a new home is physically demanding, and with kids in tow, things can get extra chaotic. Keep everyone fueled and hydrated by preparing easy-to-eat meals and snacks before the big day. Sandwiches, granola bars, and fruit are great options that don’t require heat to make.
Pack a cooler of water bottles, and remind everyone to take breaks as needed. A sated and hydrated family moves more efficiently and stays in high spirits throughout the day!
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