UNPACKING

Believe it or not, the most important thing most of us forget on moving day is food. Be sure to either have some food on hand, or be prepared to order take out. A full tummy is a productive tummy. When unpacking, It may seem obvious, but start with the necessities first.

For example:
BATHROOM
• Soap for the sink and shower
• Toilet paper
• Bath mat & towel for shower
• Band-Aids & ointment (you may cut yourself on the box cutter!)
• Medications
• Toiletry items – (hand-carry these over from your old place): facial cleanser, toothbrush, dental floss, tooth paste, shampoo & conditioner, make up, razors, hair brush.

LINENS
• Sheets - so you can make the bed for your first night in your new home
• Towels

CLOTHES
(if the move is close, I usually pack the clothes in suitcases and trash bags and unpack them right away.)
• Change of clothes
• Unmentionables ☺
• Socks
• Pajamas and slippers

KITCHEN
• Utensils
• Plates – if time permits, if not paper is great for the first few days
• Pots and pans

HOUSEHOLD NECESSITIES
Cleaning products
• Light bulbs
• Batteries
• Small tools(hammer, screwdriver, etc…)
• Emergency items (candles,matches, flashlights, etc…)

SAVE THE FOLLOWING FOR LAST:
• Framed art
• Framed pictures (perhaps hand carry over your favorites!)
• Memorabilia
• Seasonal decorations
• Seasonal items, such as skis if it is summer time.

By unpacking the important things first, you will find you are grounded and more comfortable and a little less overwhelmed by the whole situation. There will be more unpacking to do, but at least you will be well fed, showered, and dressed!