5 Things Nobody Ever Told You About Moving With a Toddler

If you’re like many parents buying a home in Knoxville, you already know moving day is going to be a big day. You’re organized, you’ve set up plans and you may even have a professional moving company coming in to tackle the heavy lifting – but if you have a toddler, there are a few things you need to know first.

5 Things Nobody Ever Told You About Moving With a Toddler

Toddlers are so cute – and they’re magical, aren’t they? Magical in the sense that they disappear quickly, materialize messes out of thin air and can create sounds at volumes and pitches that most people wouldn’t survive.

So how do you move safely, successfully and stress-free with your favorite toddler? Check out these five things most people don’t know about moving with a toddler to pull it off:

Having a sitter on moving day makes a huge difference
Hiring help is a sanity saver
You can get your toddler to help
Packing a “fun box” pays off
Make a “Toddler Zone” in your new home before your boxes are off the truck

Here’s a closer look at each.

Moving With a Toddler – Secret #1: Having a sitter on moving day makes a huge difference

If it’s possible for you to score a sitter for moving day, jump at the chance. It’ll give you the freedom to monitor moving boxes (or move them yourself) without worrying about safety, runaway little ones or last-minute issues.

Moving With a Toddler – Secret #2: Hiring help is a sanity saver

When you have a toddler, a DIY move isn’t ideal; it can be done, but if you can afford to hire help with packing and moving your belongings, it’s an easier route to take. You should talk to your Knoxville REALTOR® about working with local moving professionals.

Moving With a Toddler – Secret #3: You can get your toddler to help

Asking your toddler to help pack his or her room is a great way to both keep them occupied and get a little bit more done. You can give your little one simple, moving-related tasks, like putting all stuffed animals into a box or gathering empty clothes hanger. Even better, helping gives your child a sense of accomplishment.

Moving With a Toddler – Secret #4: Packing a “fun box” pays off

Put together a “fun box” that you’ll carry in your own car when you head to the new house. Fill it with fun distractions, favorite toys and maybe even a few new toys. Put in some snacks, too. You can show your toddler as you’re packing it (preferably the day before your move) and let him or her know it’s going to be like a special gift on moving day – and that’s when you’ll open it again.

Moving With a Toddler – Secret #4: Make a “Toddler Zone” in your new home before your boxes are off the truck

Find a safe spot in your new home for your toddler to hang out. You might use a baby gate in one room, for example, or set up a space with empty boxes as a fort.