When moving with teenagers, there can sometimes be more challenges than when considering a home removal with young children. There are several factors that contribute to your teenager's complex emotional life.
The teens in your family have formed close bonds with many of their peers, perhaps even forming romantic relationships with some of them. You can't just pack up and leave without your teen-at least not easily. How to help your teen cope with moving home.
Keep a journal!
Diaries and journals are great ways for teens to express their emotions. The keepsake book can also be used to collect their memories of their current home to take to their new one.
Take photos of their friends, keep keepsakes from some of their favourite hangout spots, even take some pictures of the packing process.
Participate in the moving process with them!
If you are moving to a new location, take them along when you look at new homes. Look for recreational opportunities near your potential homes. Find a sport club or other youth organization in the new area for him or her to join.
During the moving process, introduce him or her to other teens in the area so they can correspond through social media, by phone, or by mail, this is especially important with interstate removals.
Make sure they have a say in your choice of removalist. Ask them questions as if they were involved in the hiring process themselves. In addition to becoming emotionally involved in the interview process, they will also gain valuable interviewing skills.
Visit the new school with your teen!
Make sure your teens register at their new school if possible. It would be helpful if the staff could introduce them to some of the students near their age if school is still in session. You can help your teen by encouraging him or her to ask questions about academics, classes, and teachers.
Plan a farewell party!
Find out how your teens wish to bid their friend’s farewell. Whether you're having a party at the beach or a BBQ in the backyard, make it memorable. This event will be remembered for a lifetime by your teenagers and their friends.
Make sure they pack their own belongings before moving!
Professional removalists always recommend that their clients pack a few essential items in a separate bag for their new home. This way, they'll have enough clothing, snacks, and other personal items to get them through the unpacking process.
Pack a bag of moving essentials for your teens. You will be able to get them more invested in the process the more you involve them in it. More than half of the battle for teens is feeling in control.
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It's all about communication
Maintain a line of communication with your teens, no matter how surly they become. Though your efforts might not be appreciated, your concern will be remembered and respected.
Help others if you can!
Spend more time with your teen if he or she is having difficulty adjusting. Your child's wellbeing isn't worth a few dollars saved. You can also ask your family and friends for help if they want to. Maintain a close relationship with your kids during this challenging time.
If you are looking for removalists in Parramatta, please give us a call on 1300 441 331.