Preparing to move is a complicated process, but even more so with a 3 and 4-year-old. They are both set in their ways. They have a schedule, and they must stick to it. First, I tried packing when they were around. No. Just, No. they cried because I was putting stuff in a box they wanted to play in. They didn’t care about the stuff, just the box. So, I now pack when they are at school. They have not missed anything as of yet, but I haven’t gotten to their toys yet.
With Autism, consistency is the key for them. Uproot their littles lives, and it sends them into a meltdown. We have had a few meltdowns since I decided to move.
The move is an excellent thing for us. Since the Campfire, we have been three hours from family and a support system. We are moving where we will only be 30 minutes from family and support. This is a wonderful thing. Although I have been raising the kids in Lake County just fine, I don’t know anyone to babysit so I can get out a little. That means that I am with the kids almost 24/7, and that can wear on you.
The downside of moving is it will uproot the kids from school, ABA services, and familiar surroundings. I have got the kids on a waiting list for the preschool and have talked to the Regional Center there to know our moving to their district and will need services. I am trying to make this as easy a transition as possible.
All the preparation in the world will not make for a perfect move, but I hope to be the least disruptive. What are some things that you do to lighten the disruption when change is involved for you littles? Leave a comment or a message in my contacts. I would love to hear from you.