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One of the best, and often least discussed, tips we’ve heard when it comes to moving is packing a moving essentials bag. This is a bag that you would keep separate from the rest of your items and it is designed to reduce the amount of stress you experience by keeping important items safe and easy to access during the chaos of your move. So what do you need to include to ensure you have a successful move? Here are our top recommendations…<\/p>\n
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Electronics (Charger, Laptop)<\/b><\/p>\n
There’s nothing worse than the feeling of your phone running out of battery and not being able to find your charger, especially during a big move when you’re likely coordinating with your new landlord, family members, moving company and any others involved in the process. Make sure to pack your phone charger, along with any other important electronics, so they don’t get lost or stolen during the move.<\/p>\n
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Medications<\/b><\/p>\n
We know we’re not the only ones who have forgotten to pack medication when we’ve had an overnight trip. Don’t forget to pack your regular prescriptions, as well as any minor pain medication so it’s easily accessible. Moving can be hard on the body and it may save you a quick trip to Walgreens in the event you develop a headache or other minor ailments.<\/p>\n
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Important Documents<\/b><\/p>\n
Keeping sensitive and important documents safe is important while you move, as it would be in your home at any other time. Keep these in your essentials bag and include your social security cards, passports, birth certificates and anything else that may hold your personal information.<\/p>\n
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Pet items<\/b><\/p>\n
If you’re moving with pets, it’s a good idea to pack them their own essentials bag. Make sure to include a portable water dish, a couple days of food, some toys as needed and any medications. You might also want to check in with your vet before you move to see how you can ease the transition for your furry friend, as they could have some good recommendations for your particular pet.<\/p>\n
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Toilet Paper<\/b><\/p>\n
When moving into a new space, it’s best not to assume that there will be toilet paper waiting for you when you get there. Packing that extra roll provides some peace of mind… And an unnecessary quick trip to the store when you’re in the thick of moving!<\/p>\n
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A Change of Clothes<\/b><\/p>\n
Clothes are often some of the first things we pack and also some of the most daunting things to unpack when you get to a new home. In case you don’t want to rummage through your boxes when you first arrive in your new place, we recommend also packing a change of clothes that includes a full outfit, socks and underwear!<\/p>\n
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Toothbrush and Basic Toiletries<\/b><\/p>\n
If there’s one thing that can make you feel refreshed, it’s brushing your teeth, putting on deodorant and brushing your hair. Make sure to pack the basic essentials in your moving bag so you can feel refreshed throughout the process.<\/p>\n
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Snacks and Water<\/b><\/p>\n
Moving is tiring work, both physically and emotionally. Chances are when you finally arrive and get all your items into your new space, you will be ready for a quick snack and a good night’s sleep. So make sure to pack some dry and easy-to-access snacks in your bag. And finally… hydrate! It’s so easy to forget to drink water. Having a bottle in your essentials bag means it will be easy to access when you remember to take a well-earned break.<\/p>\n
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What did we miss? What else would you include in your essentials bag? Tell us in the comments below.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
One of the best, and often least discussed, tips we’ve heard when it comes to moving is packing a moving essentials bag. This is a bag that you would keep separate from the rest of your items and it is designed to reduce the amount of stress you experience by keeping important items… <\/p>\n