Moving to a new home is exciting, but it can also be stressful and unsettling as well. So, don’t be surprised if you find that you have trouble sleeping during the first few nights in your new home or feel a bit on edge. Here are some tips which can help you get used to living in your new home faster.
Visit the New Home Beforehand
If possible, visit the new home a few times before you move in. Take some pictures of the space and start planning where you want to put your furniture and belongings (if you have floor plans for the new place, then there are apps you can use for coming up with design schemes). This way, the new space won’t be such a shock on you when you move in.
Meet Your Neighbors
You will feel more secure and at ease once you have met your neighbors. If you are bolder, consider going door-to-door to meet them. Or, you can come up with some excuse (like borrowing a hammer) as a reason to stop over and introduce yourself.
Get on a Schedule
It is difficult to be on any sort of schedule during the chaotic first few days of a move, but try your best to establish a routine. This will help you feel more grounded in your new home. Big changes like a move are also a good time to start new habits. If you wanted to start eating a healthy breakfast, exercising, or remembering to call your mom more often, this is the time to do it!
Unpack as Quickly as Possible
The faster you get finished with unpacking, the sooner you will start to feel like home as you will be surrounded by your personal belongings. Get the big things out of the way first, like reassembling furniture and unpacking clothes. Then start putting items with sentimental value around the rooms, like pictures of your friends and family.
Don’t Make Any Major Changes Right Away
If you bought the new home, then you might feel pressured to start renovating and redecorating. This will just put a lot of stress on you, especially since you are already stressed from the move. You might rashly make a decision only to find that you don’t like it later. Instead, wait a few weeks before you make any major changes. Then tackle each room one-by-one, starting with the priorities like the family room and bedrooms.