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Very young children
are likely to affected least, provided that their normal routine is not
disrupted greatly. Simply try to ensure that they receive some attention
either from yourself or from a close relative with whom they are
in normal contact. In this way they will feel as though everything
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Children of this age worry about
being left behind. Especially when they see their favourite toys
being packed and put away, and their parents attention being
diverted from them and their normal home routine. Instead of getting them out of the
way by sending them off to Nannas or a baby-sitter, let them stay
with you and help you pack up their possessions and toys. Never throw out any of these prior to the move, regardless of their condition as having familiar things around is of great comfort to young children. |
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Children of this age worry about being left behind. Especially when they see their favourite toys being packed and put away, and their parents attention being diverted from them and their normal home routine. Instead of getting them out of the way by sending them off to Nannas or a baby-sitter, let them stay with you and help you pack up their possessions and toys. Never throw out any of these prior to the move, regardless of their condition as having familiar things around is of great comfort to young children. |
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Deep vital friendships are very
important to older children. By this age social activities and
friends have overshadowed the family as sources of identity. Talk
to them openly and frankly about the move. If they're interested
in sports or activities, help them find clubs and organisations in
the new area. If practical, encourage them to
invite friends to visit or stay overnight at your new address.
Forget about whether your home is not as presentable as you would
like - your children's happiness is priority at this stage.
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