{"id":26035,"date":"2019-09-30T10:00:53","date_gmt":"2019-09-30T18:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hayden-homes.com\/?p=26035"},"modified":"2024-03-29T14:11:08","modified_gmt":"2024-03-29T22:11:08","slug":"tips-for-spending-the-first-night-in-your-new-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hayden-homes.com\/blog\/tips-for-spending-the-first-night-in-your-new-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Spending the First Night in Your New Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/iStock_871996388.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-26036\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/iStock-871996388-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"509\" height=\"339\" \/><\/a>No matter how well-planned, moving day always ends up being hectic. After such a long day, the last thing you\u2019ll want to worry about is figuring out which box has the towels so you can take a shower or end up sleeping in your clothes overnight.<br \/>\nNavigating the first night in a new home can become trickier when you have kids or pets. Reduce the stress and help make everyone\u2019s transition to your new home smoother by using the tips we put together in this guide, so you can make the first night in your new home more comfortable for everyone.<\/p>\n<h2>1. Pack a \u2018First Night\u2019 Bag<\/h2>\n<p>Before your move, put together a bag for each member of the family filled with some essential personal items they\u2019ll need the first few days in your new home. This is especially helpful if you\u2019re moving from out of state and need to wait for the movers to arrive.<br \/>\nHere are some items you should have in your survival kit:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Toiletries<\/li>\n<li>Medication<\/li>\n<li>Pajamas<\/li>\n<li>Extra clothes and underwear<\/li>\n<li>Device chargers<\/li>\n<li>First Aid Kit<\/li>\n<li>Baby supplies (diapers, wipes, bottles, formula\/baby food, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Favorite comfort item<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>2. Pack a \u2018First Night\u2019 Box<\/h2>\n<p>In addition to the first night bag of personal items, put together a box for those home essentials you\u2019ll need the first few days in your new home. Make it simple by putting everything together in a single box and clearly mark it so you\u2019re able to locate it on moving day; a plastic tote is a great way to distinguish it from the rest of your boxes.<br \/>\nHere are some ideas of what you can pack inside this box:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bath towels, shower curtain, and toilet paper<\/li>\n<li>Bedding (sheets, blankets, pillows)<\/li>\n<li>Toys\/entertainment<\/li>\n<li>Trash bags<\/li>\n<li>Light bulbs and flashlights<\/li>\n<li>Small kitchen appliances like a coffee maker and toaster<\/li>\n<li>Snacks and water<\/li>\n<li>Selection of kitchen items (utensils, plates, cups, can opener, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Important documents and paperwork relating to your move and new home<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>3. Set Up the Bedrooms and Bathrooms<\/h2>\n<p>After such a long day, you\u2019ll appreciate being able to shower and get into your bed. Take a few moments during the day to set up the bathroom and bedroom (even if all you can do is put sheets on the mattress).<\/p>\n<h2>4. Reestablish Routines<\/h2>\n<p>Moving with children can be challenging. If you have young children, getting back to normal helps them begin to acclimate to their new surroundings. Do your best to set up the kids\u2019 rooms first so they have something familiar. Doing so helps reinstate their sense of security and lowers stress and anxiety caused by the big change.<\/p>\n<h2>5. Make Dinner Plans<\/h2>\n<p>Chances are you won\u2019t be cooking the first night. Instead, figure out what you\u2019ll have for dinner, whether you order in or go out to a restaurant.<\/p>\n<h2>6. Make Your Pets Comfortable<\/h2>\n<p>Don\u2019t forget your furry family members. If you have pets, make sure you have their necessities like food, a litter box, bedding, etc. Set up their bedding with their favorite toy, and their food and water bowls so they can start settling in.<\/p>\n<h2>7. Enjoy Your First Night!<\/h2>\n<p>When all is said and done, moving into a new home is an exciting moment. As you\u2019re winding down in the evening, take a moment to enjoy spending your first night in your new home. This guide will help make the first night in your new home more pleasurable.<\/p>\n<h2>Find your dream home with Hayden Homes<\/h2>\n<p>When you\u2019re ready to buy a new home, Hayden Homes is here to help. We offer gorgeous homes that are perfect for every stage in life. With over <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hayden-homes.com\/home-plan-gallery\/\">30 home plans<\/a>, you\u2019re bound to find the right home for your family. Visit us online at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hayden-homes.com\">Hayden-Homes.com<\/a> to learn more about our new home communities throughout <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hayden-homes.com\/state\/new-homes-idaho\/\">Idaho<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hayden-homes.com\/state\/new-homes-oregon\/\">Oregon<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hayden-homes.com\/state\/new-homes-washington\/\">Washington<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>No matter how well-planned, moving day always ends up being hectic. 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