March 22, 2011

but I know a change gonna come, oh yes it will

William has had a bit of a hard time during this move. He screams like he's been wounded to the heart when David and I aren't with him in the room together at the same time. He hasn't slept well and I get the feeling he thinks we're going to leave him. Does anyone have any recommendations of what I can do to help a 16-month-old feel settled and secure in our new house?
sneak peek at the front door

13 comments:

  1. We moved when our first son was 16 months old as well. It took a few weeks for him to get accumulated. I think the sooner you can get things settled into their place the better....easier said then done I know!

    Keeping him close will probably help too. Let him "help" put things away or play with a few toys nearby.

    It will pass soon :)

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  2. Sorry, no advice, but I love the front window!

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  3. is that my car in the window? ha. will looks so old in this picture. oh he is just eatable!

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  4. Very cute place! I love it! Reminds me very much of the homes in CA where I grew up.

    I don't have experience moving with a toddler, but I think what Beth said is good. Once you get things in place he will feel at home.

    CONGRATS!

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  5. My Big kid was 14 months when we moved to HI the first time. That was a tough transition. Expect some setbacks, unpack his room first and take lots of breaks for hugs and snuggles.

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  6. Iris was about that age when we moved this last time, but she didn't have any problems. I bet it was because she had her siblings, and wherever they are, she is, and that is just fine with her.

    So I don't have any advice, but I just had to say your house looks BEAUTIFUL and I can't wait to see the rest of it!

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  7. He probably equates a new surrounding with mom and dad then leaving for a few days. You've traveled without him a bit recently and I'm sure he's noticed (though he's done well when you're not around.)

    Taking a moment to play a game of 'Who's Room Is It Anyway' might help. Down on the ground on all fours, scurry from room to room saying which room is which. Silly but fun and reassuring. After the furniture and decor are put in their places he'll start to recognize it as home.
    Good Luck and Congrats!

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  8. Keep his routine exactly the same and soon he will settle. Good Luck.

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  9. Only one tiny bit of advice- when my SIL and bro moved with my 1-year-old nephew, she made sure to show him where all his toys were, where his loveys were, and where mom and dad's room was, just so that he could start to feel secure.

    Good thoughts sent your way!

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  10. Sorry. Poor William! I would decorate his room exactly the same way it was in the apartment. It helps if the bedtime routine stays the same, too. It will get better. I know it is difficult for me to cope with change, I cannot imagine how it is for a toddler.
    Sorry that I am stalking your blog, but your family is so cute and you do the most amazing things. Inspirational! Thanks for brightening my days!

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  11. The house in the reflection looks like the house I lived in growing up in Van Nuys, CA.

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  12. Hi Liz ~ I just wanted to tell you that I've been fixing my eggs the way you do.....and I love them. :)Thx xoxoxo

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  13. When I moved we had three small children from ages 5 to 20 months and we experienced the same issues with all three of them. All I can say it will just take some time for him to get used to his new surroundings. After a few short weeks all of our kids were running around the house like that was the only place they'd ever known. Congratulations on your new place!

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