Moving to a new house is exciting, and the long list of tasks involved can make it tiring and multi-tasking can cause of lots of stress. Proper planning and focusing on the positives can make the most of the experience and turn it into an enjoyable adventure. It all starts with the first step – your first day in your new home. Here is a road map to enjoying it.
Tips and Tricks for Spending the First Day at Your New Home
- Take it easy: The number of things you must do and remember while moving is mind-bending. It is easy to overlook some things and forget others. Have a checklist of things to do and accept the things that you cannot control.
- Pack a First Day Bag: Pack the essentials such as clothes, toiletries that you and your family will need for the first 2-3 days. Depending on the size of your family, that could mean one huge bag or a small roll-on for each member of the family.
- Pack an Essentials Box: The whole family will be tired and hungry at the end of the moving day. Food and a good night’s sleep are going to be essential. The essentials box should contain:
- Snacks, sodas, and packed desserts
- Bottled water
- Medication
- Sheets, pillows, and blankets
- Towels
- Soap
- Toilet paper and a few rolls of paper towels
- A laptop or tablet with the chargers
- If you have pets, make sure all the pet supplies and cleaning materials are packed
- For the adults, a bottle of bubbly to inaugurate the new home is always going to be welcome
These are the basics that any family will need. Carry what works for your family for your first day. Just remember to balance the essentials with enjoyment and do your best to keep both in control. You don’t want or need, to have half your home available on the first day – that’s a recipe for chaos.
The key to enjoying your life in the new home, from the first day onwards, is to ensure that all your possessions have been securely and safely packed, that everything is being transported safely and that it will all be properly unloaded and unpacked at the destination. The peace of mind that comes from knowing that your assets, of all kinds, are in the hands of professionals is priceless. An expert moving company will not only care and protect your belongings, but it will also be able to give you specific tips on how to have a hassle-free moving experience. Whether it is a local or long-distance move, a professional moving company will take the pressure off you and give you the mental space to really enjoy your new home, from day one.
