There are more than just logistical challenges when you move with children. Many kids feel emotional about leaving their friends or old home behind. Here are some common challenges kids face when moving and ways to help them feel more comfortable in their new place.
When Your Child is Nervous About a New School …
Coordinate a tour of the school before her first day so she can get familiar with the building. Introduce her to teachers and a few classmates so she’ll have connections on her first day.
When Your Child is Upset About Leaving Friends Behind …
Put together treats your child can use to remember her far-away friends. Include a photo album, frames, and other mementos from your child’s hometown.
When Your Child is Worried the New City Won’t Have Familiar Activities …
Get your REALTOR® to help you find out where your child can participate in the hobbies she enjoys. Whether she likes to play soccer or take art classes, Texas REALTOR® should be able to point you in the right direction for similar activities in your new location.
How nice to see the emotional issues addressed when making a move. I think sometimes it seems to be
treated as just a black and white financial transaction and it is far more than that. i think the children’s response to making the move is often not addressed . Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. I think the children’s emotional response to a move is often overlooked. Look forward to more information about the emotional issues of making a move.
Awesome points on what kids may be going through and how to help them through the process.