Moving with a family can be stressful. The challenge grows when you have an infant to care for. While hiring movers will minimize your workload, you should also plan carefully to ensure your baby stays comfortable. Here are a few tips for before and after the big day.

Do:

Wait to pack the baby’s belongings.

While it might be tempting to start packing everything as soon as you’ve hired the movers, it’s best to save the items in the nursery for last.

Even if you label the boxes carefully, it may be tough to find what you already packed away when your little one suddenly wants a very specific stuffed animal or can’t fall asleep without their favorite blanket.

Prepare the nursery promptly.

You should also make the nursery a priority when you unpack boxes in your new home. Although infants can’t express their worries and confusion verbally, they may still feel it when they’re in an unfamiliar place.

Help them settle in quickly by setting up their nursery on day one. After assembling the crib, place their stuffed animals and blankets just as they were before. This will also keep your baby comfortable and calm as you deal with other responsibilities.

Don’t:

Forget about moving-day needs.

Moving day can be hectic, so prepare a bag full of your little one’s essentials the night before. Fill it just as you would a diaper bag, with changing supplies, toys, bottles, pacifiers, and other baby needs. This way, you won’t have to worry about forgetting an item your child needs when you’re dealing with movers and furniture. 

Stray too far from your routine.

It’s the break from routine that can cause stress for people, especially a baby. As you get closer to the big day, make sure that you stick to your normal schedule as much as possible.

Don’t change regular feeding times, put your child down for a nap as usual, and keep your routine as consistent as possible. Follow the same schedule when you settle into your new house.
 

For a seamless move that’s comfortable for all members of the family, turn to the experts at Becker Movers in Rochester, NY. These movers are committed to helping you every step of the way. They provide packing supplies and services, along with loading and unloading. They even offer storage when you need to reduce clutter during the process. Visit them online for information on their work, or call (585) 458-5480 to book a move.