Hello Everybody, Chris Town Again, Owner Of Town Construction And Development And Here With Some More Great Tips On Trying to Remodel Your Home With A House Full Of Kids.
Home renovation is both the most exciting and the most stressful time in one’s life. Although a hectic and intense project, it’s a really rewarding one as well. However, getting through the tricky parts can sometimes cloud your judgment and discourage you from seeing the bigger picture, especially if you have a family and a busy life. In the spirit of taking control over your future renovation, we’ve come up with some advice on how to approach remodeling your house when you have kids.
Plan everything meticulously
First of all, no matter your circumstances, planning is essential. Even if you’re not the type to plan and organize everything to the brim, this is the time to become it. Make sure to seek help from someone who’s had experience and knows your particular situation. Aside from friends and family, you can also hire professionals that’ll advise and aid you through the process. The more precisely and meticulously you organize the renovation, the less opportunity there’ll be for mistakes.
Notify your kids of what’s going on
An essential part of renovating your house when you have kids is notifying them of your plans. Especially if you’re moving as well, you need to tell them ASAP. This way, they’ll have enough time to process this information, get used to it, and know what to expect. Tell them about all the plans and try to make them excited for what’s to come.
Make sure to discuss the upcoming renovation with your kids without overwhelming them.
Try to keep a routine
It’s not rare that people succumb to pressure and the dizzying amount of obligations and forget to live their lives while renovating. This is a luxury you cannot afford if you have children. They need a steady routine, now more than ever. One of the most important things you must not neglect is a healthy and balanced meal intake. Since you’re not all-powerful, you need to find strategies that’ll help you make healthy eating easier. The best example of this would be meal prepping. Another great piece of advice is to always have healthy snacks like nuts or dried fruits by your side. This way, you won’t be tempted to purchase whichever fast food is nearest.
Make time to declutter
Decluttering is one of the most dreaded parts of renovating, especially for children. However, once you declutter your home, everything will run much more smoothly. Make sure to
organize the time you’ll dedicate to this, and don’t stall or procrastinate. The best piece of advice when it comes to decluttering (other than being organized and practical) is to include your kids. Of course, they don’t need to be there the whole time. Nevertheless, cleaning out their room will benefit them and help them get used to the idea of a new space.
Remember that your kids will grow into this space
No matter how young your kids are, remember that this space needs to be big enough for them to grow into. Renovating isn’t something we often do; you should try to create more space that they’ll be able to use later. If you don’t want to completely remodel your home and invest that much into it, you can create more storage space and organize the rooms better. If your kids are a bit older, let them help with the rooms they’ll reside in. Choosing colors or bedframes will make all the difference for them.
Make the space kid-friendly
If your kids are still very little, make sure to kid-proof the rooms. This means no sharp edges and dangerous knickknacks that they can swallow or cut themselves on.
Before you begin remodeling your house when having kids make sure to create a space where they’ll feel comfortable.
There’s no room for stress
Even though remodeling your house when you have kids can be painfully stressful, make sure not to let this affect you much. Of course, you’re human, and you won’t be able to stay calm in all situations, especially if something unexpected happens. However, make sure not to let your kids see and experience your stress. Show them that you’re calm and excited about the change.
Safety is the number one priority
Both renovation and relocation are breeding grounds for accidents. So, it’s best to avoid being in the hole during dangerous activities altogether. Nevertheless, if that’s not possible, you must remove your kids from these situations. Moving injuries and renovation mistakes can be pretty bad, so do your best to make sure you don’t get hurt.
Hire a babysitter while remodeling your house when you have kids
If you need to be onsite for a while and don’t know how to organize your time, hire a babysitter! Regardless of whether you’re in the habit of hiring a babysitter or not, now’s a great time to try it out.
Maintenance is necessary
Even though you’ll want to make your home as low-maintenance as possible, you need to be realistic. Set your and your children’s expectations rationally. The more you invest in your home, the less you’ll need to worry about it later. However, you’ll still need to maintain it and fix anything if need be.
Storage is your best friend
Finding a good storage unit to keep all your prized possessions during the remodel is essential. Don’t make the mistake of squeezing everything into your basement or attic. This will result in a lot of additional time and energy you’ll have to spend on unpacking and rearranging your items. Find a place where you can both keep your things safe and organized, and easy to unpack once the time comes.
Make sure to organize date nights with your partner where you’ll relax and unwind from all the stress that renovating your home can cause.
Organize a date night or two
Since you’re remodeling your house when you have kids, you need to find a way to dedicate some time only to your partner. Set aside a night or two when you’ll leave your kids with your parents or a babysitter and relax with your loved one. This doesn’t have to be anything extravagant. The only rule is – no remodel talk!
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