Those first few nights in your new place are probably too soon to call it home, a hard ask with all your stuff still in moving boxes or making its way to you on a moving truck. No matter the state of your home, you should have the essentials to help keep you and your family comfortable for the first week in your new home. Here is our essentials list to help you prep for your big move. You probably don’t need to pack everything on this list, pick the things that will work for you and your family.

Kitchen Essentials

·     On the go snacks (things like granola bars, fruits & nuts)

·     Bottled water

·     Disposable plates, cups & cutlery

·     A cutting board & knife

·     Tea or coffee stuff

·     Dish soap, sponge & towel

·     Folding or camping chairs

Bathroom Essentials

·     Shower liner & hooks

·     A bath towel (one per person)

·     Bathmat

·     Toilet paper

·     Hand soap

·     Hand towels (one per bathroom)

·     Shampoo, conditioner, soap, & any other person hygiene items

·     Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, & mouthwash

·     A toilet brush

Bedroom Essentials

·     Bedding including pillows, pillowcases, sheets & blankets

·     Air mattress (if you won’t have a mattress yet)

·     Portable lamps

Clothing Essentials

·     Change of cloths

·     Pajamas

·     Underwear, boxers, bras, & socks

·     Outerwear depending on the time of year

Personal Items

·     Medicine

·     First aid kit

·     Important paperwork including passports, birth certificates, & marriage certificates

·     Power bars & extension cords

·     Personal devices like your phones, tablets, laptops, & their chargers

Cleaning Essentials

·     Paper towels & rags

·     A disinfectant spray & wipes

·     A broom & dustpan

·     A handheld vacuum

·     Trash cans & bags

Basic Tools

·     Scissors & box cutter

·     Tape

·     Tool Kit

·     Lightbulbs

·     Flashlight

Baby and Kid Essentials

·     Baby proofing gear & gates

·     Portable crib

·     White noise machine & night light

·     Baby monitor

·     Highchair, bouncer, & rocker (places to put baby down!)

·     Multiple changes of cloths

·     Baby food, formula & bottles

·     Suitable snacks & drinks

·     Diapers & wipes

·     Pacifiers

·     Some favourite toys & books

Pet Essentials

·     Pet food & treats

·     Food & water dishes

·     Poop bags

·     Cat litter & box

·     Collar with ID, leash & harness

·     Crate or carrier

·     Bed

·     Toys

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