{"id":21914,"date":"2023-03-13T05:23:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-13T09:23:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/?p=21914"},"modified":"2025-09-04T07:36:03","modified_gmt":"2025-09-04T11:36:03","slug":"first-day-in-new-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/first-day-in-new-home\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Do on the First Day in Your New Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"690\/409\" width=\"690\" height=\"409\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/new-home-one.jpg\" alt=\"The first day in your new home is certain to be emotional and chaotic.\" class=\"wp-image-38049 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/new-home-one.jpg 690w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/new-home-one-300x178.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group hl-block\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Highlights\">Highlights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Your first day in your new home will be a whirlwind of emotions and activities.<\/li><li>To bring order to the chaos and avoid unnecessary hassle, you need to be pragmatic and do the most essential things first.<\/li><li>Take measures to ensure the safety and well-being of your children (and your pets).<\/li><li>Unpack your open-first boxes and set up the bedroom and the bathroom. Plan for dinner.<\/li><li>Perform some rituals to bring good luck to your new home and your new life.<\/li><li>Have a nutritious meal and a relaxing shower and get a good night\u2019s sleep.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-table-of-content ultp-block-a92efd\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-block-toc\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-header\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-heading\">Table of Contents<\/div><div class=\"ultp-collapsible-toggle  ultp-collapsible-right\"><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-open\" href=\";\">[Open]<\/a><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-hide\" href=\";\">[Close]<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-toc-style1 ultp-block-toc-body\"><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#Welcome_Yourself_and_Your_Belongings_Home\">Welcome Yourself (and Your Belongings) Home<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Unpack_Your_\u201cOpen-First\u201d_Boxes\">Unpack Your \u201cOpen-First\u201d Boxes<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Ensure_Your_Good_Night\u2019s_Rest\">Ensure Your Good Night\u2019s Rest<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Plan_for_Dinner\">Plan for Dinner<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Ensure_the_Well-Being_of_Your_Children\">Ensure the Well-Being of Your Children<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Take_Care_of_Your_Pets\">Take Care of Your Pets<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Observe_New_Home_Traditions\">Observe New Home Traditions<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Get_a_Good_Sleep\">Get a Good Sleep<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Bonus_Tips_for_Your_First_Day_in_Your_New_Home\">Bonus Tips for Your First Day in Your New Home<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>So, it\u2019s a fact \u2013 all the hectic moving preparations have been completed, all the laborious moving tasks have been taken care of and moving day is drawing to an end. You\u2019re at the threshold of your new home and your new life. The moment you step through the door, you\u2019re certain to be overwhelmed by a whirlwind of emotions, options, and possibilities:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#<\/strong> <em>from cheerful excitement and bright hopes for the future to deep anxiety and fear of the unknown;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#<\/strong> <em>from an enthusiastic desire to start unpacking and arranging your new place right away to complete exhaustion and reluctance to do anything at all;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#<\/strong> <em>from the chance to recreate your old home d\u00e9cor and reestablish your daily routine to the opportunity to change everything around you and build a completely new life for yourself.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What are you going to do, then, once you enter your new house or apartment? How are you going to spend the first night in your new home? What are you going to devote the first day of your new life to?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s all up to you, of course, and yet some clear guidelines on what to do on your first day in a new house could prove to be very useful during the initial chaos after the move. They will help you settle into your new home quickly and easily and avoid most of the hassle and confusions typical of the post-relocation period.&nbsp; Just make sure you follow the comprehensive <strong><em>first day in new house checklist<\/em><\/strong> below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Welcome_Yourself_and_Your_Belongings_Home\">Welcome Yourself (and Your Belongings) Home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-21922\"><figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/entering-new-home.jpg\" alt=\"The moment your enter your new home is very special.\" class=\"wp-image-21922 lazyload\" width=\"310\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/entering-new-home.jpg 330w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/entering-new-home-220x300.jpg 220w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 330px) 100vw, 330px\" \/><figcaption>It&#8217;s time to make the first step into your new life.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The moment you enter your new home for the first time is a special one \u2013 it\u2019s the first step into your new world. So, allow yourself several minutes to \u201cregister\u201d the importance of the moment \u2013 congratulate yourself on your successful relocation, let the thrill of excitement overwhelm you at the thought of your brand new life, and envision your new home full of joy and laughter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the special moment is over, however, it\u2019s time to get practical again and see what you\u2019ve got and what you can do with it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1) In case you have your belongings with you (or they\u2019re delivered at the same time as you arrive at your new home), your first and foremost task will be to inspect your items and take them inside:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_ol_padding wp-block-list\"><li>Check every item and every box against your <a href=\"\/move\/moving-inventory-sheet\/\">moving inventory list<\/a> to make sure nothing is missing. Inspect your furniture and appliances for damage and open a few cartons (the ones that contain your most fragile items) to see if your breakables have survived the trip safe and sound;<\/li><li>Consult the <a href=\"\/move\/create-a-floor-plan\/\">floor plan of your new home<\/a> and have all your larger household items put directly to their designated places and all the boxes taken to the rooms where they belong.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>2) In case you arrive before your belongings, you\u2019ll probably have only your survival box with you. There will be little you can do before the rest of your possessions arrive, but you will at least have the chance to clean your new home while it is still empty. If you have cleaning supplies in your box of essentials, you can get straight to work. If not, you may want to purchase some basic cleaning materials, so that you can get your new place in pristine condition by the time your shipment is delivered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>[Useful tip]<\/strong> It\u2019s highly advisable to <a href=\"\/move\/moving-cleaning-checklist\/\">have your new home thoroughly cleaned<\/a> before taking your household items inside \u2013 it will be much easier, quicker, and more efficient to clean the premises while they\u2019re still empty. If you won\u2019t have the time to clean your new place yourself, consider hiring professional moving services to do the job for you \u2013 you need your new home to be spotless when moving in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Unpack_Your_\u201cOpen-First\u201d_Boxes\">Unpack Your \u201cOpen-First\u201d Boxes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a good reason why your <a href=\"\/move\/open-first-box\/\">\u201copen-me-first\u201d box<\/a> is called so \u2013 it contains all the things you\u2019re going to need immediately after arriving in your new home. From essential toiletries, healthy snacks and fresh drinks to basic tools and cleaning supplies, everything in your survival box is especially selected to help you meet your basic needs during the first couple of days after the move and <a href=\"\/move\/how-to-make-your-new-house-feel-like-home\/\">turn your new place into a comfortable home<\/a> as quickly and easily as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/unpacking.jpg\" alt=\"Your open-first boxes should be opened first.\" class=\"wp-image-38051 lazyload\" width=\"425\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/unpacking.jpg 450w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/unpacking-300x246.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption>Your open-first box &#8211; a real treasure chest!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a specific \u201copen-first\u201d box for every separate room of the house, take it to the corresponding room and leave it there \u2013 you\u2019ll get to it when the time is right. Your first job is to unpack the large survival box that contains everything necessary to provide a basic meal, ensure good hygiene, present some entertainment options, and deal with minor emergencies on the first day in your new home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After that, if time allows it (and if they have already arrived), you should unpack all open-first boxes as well, so that the most important rooms in your new home become usable as soon as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regardless of whether all your belongings have already been delivered or not, however, you need to make sure that you have the crucial essentials for the first night in your new home with you. You should have them packed in a special<strong> <em>first-night box<\/em><\/strong> (so they can travel with you and, also, so that you won\u2019t need to unpack half the boxes in order to find your toothbrush and your pajamas).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Here is what to pack for the first night in a new house:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_ol_padding wp-block-list\"><li>Toiletries and personal hygiene items \u2013 toilet paper, soap, toothpaste and toothbrush, hair products, skin care products, shower curtain, towels, etc.;<\/li><li>Bedding \u2013 sheets, blankets, pillows, pillow cases, etc.;<\/li><li>Clothes \u2013 comfortable nightwear and underwear, as well as a change of clothes for the next morning;<\/li><li>Medications \u2013 a first-aid kit, pain relievers, allergy meds, yours and your family members\u2019 prescription medicines, etc.<\/li><li>Electronics \u2013 phones, tablets, laptops, music players and any other electronic devices (and their chargers) that will allow you to find any information you may need, contact friends and relatives you have left behind, and relax and have some fun in the evening before falling asleep (listening to music, watching movies, etc.).<\/li><li>A night lamp;<\/li><li>Your kid\u2019s favorite stuffed animal and storybook (if applicable);<\/li><li>Your pet\u2019s bed, blanket and favorite toy (if applicable).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>[Useful tip]<\/strong> In case you\u2019re <a href=\"\/move\/tips-for-moving-across-country\/\">moving long distance<\/a> and your new home is not furnished, it\u2019s highly advisable to bring an <strong>air mattress<\/strong> with you. If you arrive before your items, it will provide you with the comfort you need on the first night in your new home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Ensure_Your_Good_Night\u2019s_Rest\">Ensure Your Good Night\u2019s Rest<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter how exhausted you may feel (both physically and emotionally) by the time you arrive at your new home, you won\u2019t be able to go to sleep before you make the bed and take a much-needed shower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-21928\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"450\/318\" width=\"450\" height=\"318\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/set-up-bed.jpg\" alt=\"The first night in your new home has to be as comfortable as possible.\" class=\"wp-image-21928 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/set-up-bed.jpg 450w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/set-up-bed-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/set-up-bed-400x283.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption>&#8220;Sweet dreams are made of this&#8230;&#8221;<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>So, make sure you <strong>set up the bed<\/strong>(s) at the earliest opportunity (even if it is still midday, making the beds should be the first task on your list \u2013 you\u2019ll be grateful for that prudent decision at the end of the day):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_ol_padding wp-block-list\"><li>If your new home is furnished, the beds will be already in place and you\u2019ll only need to unpack the bedding;<\/li><li>If there are no beds in your new home, you\u2019ll have to set up your old ones (your own <a href=\"\/move\/move-king-size-mattress-bed\/\">master bed<\/a> and your kids\u2019 beds, if applicable) as soon as possible. They will most probably have been disassembled for the move and now you\u2019ll have to reassemble them (or have them reassembled by the professionals) and get them ready for the first night in your new home. Have in mind though that furniture reassembly requires specific tools and may take a long time;<\/li><li>If your new home is not furnished and your items have not arrived yet, you\u2019ll have little choice but to inflate your air mattress and tell yourself that it will be like sleeping among the clouds.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When the beds are ready, it\u2019s time to <strong>set up the bathroom<\/strong> \u2013 arrange your toiletries, hang the shower curtain, take out the towels, and prepare everything necessary for a nice, hot shower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Plan_for_Dinner\">Plan for Dinner<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After the bedroom and the bathroom, you need to turn your attention to the kitchen. It is unlikely that there will be enough time to arrange all your pots and pans and hundreds of other kitchen items or to cook dinner \u2013 you only need to ensure that there will be a table and some chairs to sit on, as well as some basic utensils (plates, mugs, silverware, etc.), so that you can eat your first meal in your new home (whether it\u2019s a take-out or some canned food) in relative comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re up to it, you may opt for eating out instead of ordering in \u2013 a nice dinner in a charming local restaurant could be the perfect way to relax, celebrate your successful move, have a good time with your family, and take a look at your new surroundings at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Either way, you\u2019re advised to find out what restaurants are located in the vicinity and get the phone numbers and menus of takeout places in your new area in advance, so that you don\u2019t have to waste time searching when you\u2019re finally ready for dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>[Useful tip]<\/strong> It is a good idea to unpack the coffee maker and the toaster before you go to bed on the first night in your new home \u2013 the morning will seem much brighter when you have a cup of fragrant coffee in one hand and a delicious toast in the other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SEE ALSO: <a href=\"\/move\/visual-moving-house-checklist\/\">Important things to do after moving into a new house<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Ensure_the_Well-Being_of_Your_Children\">Ensure the Well-Being of Your Children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/moving-with-kids\/\">Moving with children<\/a> is a great challenge and ensuring your little ones\u2019 safety and comfort on their first day in the new house is probably the most difficult and most important part of it all:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-21932\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-aspectratio=\"450\/332\" width=\"450\" height=\"332\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/kids-in-new-home.jpg\" alt=\"Ensuring your kids' well-being should be your top priority on the first day in your new home.\" class=\"wp-image-21932 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/kids-in-new-home.jpg 450w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/kids-in-new-home-300x221.jpg 300w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/kids-in-new-home-400x295.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption>&#8220;I have a secret to tell you &#8211; this gigantic house is our new home!&#8221;<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#<\/strong> If your kids like it there on the first day in your new home, they will overcome their anxieties more easily and will get more enthusiastic about the new world around them;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>#<\/strong> On the contrary \u2013 if they feel lonely, bored, and unhappy on the first day in your new house or apartment, their fear and negativism will increase and will result in many troubles down the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, make everything possible to ensure your kids\u2019 comfort and happiness from the very first day in your new home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_ol_padding wp-block-list\"><li>Provide plenty of their favorite snacks and drinks;<\/li><li>Keep a couple of their favorite toys with you at all times;<\/li><li>Find them something interesting to do while unpacking your belongings and setting up the rooms \u2013 hook up the TV, let them play a video game, surprise them with some new comics or a new board game they can enjoy on the freshly cleaned living room floor, etc.;<\/li><li>Take them out for a walk at the earliest opportunity \u2013 explore the neighborhood together, take them to the nearest playground, visit some local attractions, etc.;<\/li><li>Re-establish their daily routine as soon as possible and set up their rooms in the same way as they were before the move \u2013 this will help reduce the stress and restore the feeling of security and order that is very important for young children;<\/li><li>Show your beloved angels how much you love them and how proud you\u2019re of them for being so brave during such a demanding time.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Take every possible precaution to ensure your children\u2019s safety <\/strong>\u2013 keep them away from the moving chaos, <a href=\"\/move\/baby-proof-new-home\/\">childproof your new home<\/a>, and make sure there\u2019s a trustworthy person by their side every time your kids go out in the new, unfamiliar neighborhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Take_Care_of_Your_Pets\">Take Care of Your Pets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s only natural that if you have pets, tending to their needs will be one of the first things to do in your new home. Your animal friends are likely to be scared and upset by the abrupt change in their environment (not to mention the chaotic moving activities and the stressful trip to your new home), so you need to find a way to calm them down and reassure them that they\u2019re going to be safe and happy in their new surroundings:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_ol_padding wp-block-list\"><li>Give your pets food and water (use their old bowls and dishes and give them the same kind of food they usually eat);<\/li><li>Set up their bedding in the same way as it was in your old home;<\/li><li>Put out some of their favorite toys to provide some entertainment and reassure your little friends that their items have not been left behind; <\/li><li>Keep your pets safe and comfortable \u2013 set up their things in a safe and quiet room where they will be able to calm down and relax. Have in mind that your stressed animal friends may try to escape (or may easily get lost if allowed to wander around the familiar surroundings), so it\u2019s advisable to keep them in a confined space during the first days in your new home;<\/li><li>Keep in mind that your sensitive animal friends need special attention during the first weeks in your new home and make sure you find the time to play with them, talk to them, take them out for walks (if applicable), and do anything else that will reassure them of your love and care.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pets-in-new-home-1.jpg\" alt=\"Taking care of your pets is among the firts things to do after arriving in your new home.\" class=\"wp-image-38053 lazyload\" width=\"410\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pets-in-new-home-1.jpg 450w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/pets-in-new-home-1-300x285.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption>Here is the loyal guardian of your new home.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, different kinds of pets have their own specific needs and pose their own unique challenges when moving house. Follow the links below to find some useful tips for moving with the type of pet you have:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/moving-with-a-dog\/\">Moving with dogs<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/how-moving-affects-cats\/\">Moving with cats<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/moving-with-birds-to-a-new-home\/\">Moving with birds<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/how-to-move-a-fish-tank-to-another-house\/\">How to move a fish tank<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"\/move\/moving-exotic-pets\/\">Moving cross country with exotic pets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Observe_New_Home_Traditions\">Observe New Home Traditions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Last but not least \u2013 one of the most common, and allegedly most important, things to do on the first day in a new house is to summon good fortune and chase evil away. Whether you\u2019re superstitious or not, a home blessing ritual is certain to give you a positive start in your new life:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"ul_ol_padding wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Ring a bell<\/strong> to scatter negative energies and invite good fortune into your home;<\/li><li><strong>Light a candle<\/strong> to cast out the darkness, sanctify your home, and bestow a blessing upon its occupants;<\/li><li><strong>Burn sage<\/strong> to ward off evil spirits;<\/li><li><strong>Bring bread and salt<\/strong> with you to make sure your family will never know hunger and your life will be full of flavor.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re certain to sleep better when you\u2019ve done everything possible to <a href=\"\/move\/moving-into-new-home-superstitions\/\">bring good luck to your new home<\/a>, that\u2019s a fact. And a good\u2019s night sleep is the perfect ending to your first day in your new home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Get_a_Good_Sleep\">Get a Good Sleep<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All things said and done, it\u2019s time to go to bed and fall asleep. You need to refresh yourself, replenish your energy, and get ready for the brave new world that awaits you in the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Bonus_Tips_for_Your_First_Day_in_Your_New_Home\">Bonus Tips for Your First Day in Your New Home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Take a picture of you and your loved ones standing by the front door of your new home \u2013 it will be a cherished reminder of all the joy and excitement you felt on the first day at your new house;<\/li><li>Take out and arrange the items you need on a daily basis to make things easier and less stressful for you on the next morning; <\/li><li>Don\u2019t push yourself too hard \u2013 you\u2019re not going to finish unpacking in one day, nor will be able to make your new place feel like home right from the start. Settling in will take time. Creating your dream home will take time. Adjusting to your new life will take time. Just take care of the most important things, then take a break and spend some quality time with your loved ones;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/new-home-photo-1.jpg\" alt=\"It's up to you to decide what to do on the first day in your new home.\" class=\"wp-image-38054 lazyload\" width=\"445\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/new-home-photo-1.jpg 450w, https:\/\/moveadvisor.com\/move\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/new-home-photo-1-300x231.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><figcaption>It&#8217;s up to you to find a way to make your first day in your new house truly special.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"\/move\/reward-yourself-after-a-move\/\">Reward yourself<\/a> for the successful move;<\/li><li><a href=\"\/write-a-review\">Write a moving review<\/a> to rate the services of your chosen moving company and help other home movers find good and reliable relocation partners;<\/li><li>Start on friendly terms with the people next door \u2013 say hello to any neighbors you come across during the first day in your new surroundings, ask them for restaurant recommendations or any other useful advice, be considerate and avoid doing loud work like hanging pictures or vacuuming late at night, etc.;<\/li><li>Play your favorite relaxing music in the evening \u2013\u00a0 whether you feel scared, or lonely, or just overexcited, it will help you sleep on the first night in your new home;<\/li><li>Do whatever will help you feel good on the first day in your new home \u2013 not just the important, useful things, but something that will make you smile and rejoice at your relocation adventure.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>After all, the first day and night in your new home are very special \u2013 make them exciting and unforgettable for all the right reasons!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Highlights Your first day in your new home will be a whirlwind of emotions and activities. 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