But children may not see things in the same light, particularly if they have close friends and/or family where they live already. The concept of moving to a new school and away from current relationships can create a lot of angst in children.
While it may be rough for kids to move away from everyday faces, places, and things, there are things you can do to aid the transition to Colorado Springs.
Honest Communication
Make sure they are aware each step along the process. Children should feel secure to express their concerns as well as asking questions so be able to offer facts and answer any questions they may have. While a few of their views and worries may not be positive, be ready with empathy and optimistic answers. Take care not to brush off their concerns but, rather, acknowledge their concerns and find solutions that you can work together to defeat them.
Introduce Them to Their New Home in Colorado Springs
When possible, let them visit the new area and even to the new home. Let them get a feel for where they'll be moving to. If it's not achievable to visit the new home and area, take pictures or videos so they will have an impression of what the new abode will look like. Be sure to mention all of the good features of the move (bigger rooms, gigantic yard, etc.).
Take them for a Tour of the School
It may not be practicle to do a school tour on site, but most education institutions in America are on the internet. Visit the local school board's website and you will usually find links to your child(ren's) new school(s). Tell them about the various school organizations and activities that they might participate in. School is a huge cause of stress for children and also a big part of their lives, so it is vital that they are feeling comfortable before their first day at a new school. If you're capable of taking them on an actual tour of the new school, be make to introduce them to important people like the principals and guidance counselors.
Involve Them in Packing
There are plenty of age-appropriate methods that children can be included in the job of packing up. Allow them to help you pack up their personal belongings in moving boxes and allow them to label the boxes of their things. (A bonus is they can go through their things and donate or throw out things that they no longer need.)
Stick with Routines
Moving to Colorado Springs may be a stressful and exhaustive occasion for parents but do not allow this to deter you from keeping the same familiar routines the kids are accustomed to. Children need to have consistency to feel secure and moving time is one of those moments when it's absolutely necessary. Since they're already going through a time of change by moving to an unfamiliar place, it's even more crucial to keep as many things familiar as possible.
Decorate Their Rooms First
Kids need structure and familiarity so it is imperative that their new rooms be as familiar to them as possible. By decorating their bedrooms first, you establish them as important parts of a new life. Including them in the process fortifies this need and makes them feel loved and “at home”.
Investigate the New Neighborhood
Help your children in getting to know the new neighborhood, landmarks, and neighbors. Encourage them to meet new friends and grasp the layout of the new area so they don't feel quite so disoriented.
Avoid Stress
When parents stress, kids stress. That is why it is beneficial to do everything you possibly can to ensure you don't get stressed out, yourself. By arranging for a professional moving company to aid you in your residential move, you nix lots of the stress from your shoulders so you can concentrate more on the important stuff.
The end game when moving with children is to ensure they feel safe and secure. If you take every moment to help them see the happy side of the move and get excited about it, your chances of making them feel loved are magnified and they'll be much happier embracing your new house in Colorado Springs.
