Moving an entire household can be chaotic; all the details and arrangements that unify the move to make it more efficient and smooth. Between boxes, vehicles, and the bustling of people constantly coming and going, everything can be difficult track. Once at the new home and the boxes are stacked up waiting to be unpacked and the furniture is haphazardly placed around the rooms and the time is short and tired from the long distance trip, you want to break out the bare essentials. Having a few boxes prepared for the first night in the new home is ideal after the exhaustion hits. With that in mind, we at Excalibur Moving & Storage would like to suggest a few first night essentials that should be convenient packed and labeled so it is easily found.
Labeling the boxes or the first night should be easily read so they can be found and set aside with ease. Marking them with “open 1st” or “1st night” or something similar can help indicate which boxes are met to get you by the first night new home.
Medications & First Aid
There are many affordable first aid kits that include all the provisions you can expect. Picking a kit for your 1st night can help you be more prepared in the event that something should go wrong. Prescription medications is a must and include some of the counter pain medications and fever reducers is a good just in case.
Entertainment
Especially if you have little kids to keep entertained and rein in the excitement of the new move, having some easy access to a source of entertainment can help tremendously. Playing cards, card games, board games, books, magazines, or any handheld electronics like tablets or videogame consoles will help. Just be sure for any electronic devices you are equally prepared with power cords.
Kitchen & Meal Essentials
Just in case your refrigerator isn’t ready to be used that first night, having some non-perishable foods on hand can satisfy the bellies. Snacks or even canned goods can help satisfy any snack attacks. Don’t forget a small package of plastic/paper plates, utensils, plates, and paper towels or napkins. Include drinks of a sort; bottled water, canned soda, or juice boxes. Even if you decide to get takeout the first night, snacks can still be useful.
Toiletries
The toiletries for the first night will definitely be a savior. Include your toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss, mouthwash, shampoo, conditioner, razors, lotions, hair styling products to get ready in the morning, toilet paper, and any other must haves such as this.
Personal Items
2 days worth of clothes, keep it simple as you are only going to be doing some unpacking; socks, under garments, comfortable and breathable clothing. Cell phone charges if it isn’t already in your carryon bag and any other such items you may need the 1st night and morning.
Local & Long Distance, Residential & Commercial Moving in Los Angeles County, CA & Beyond
The more you plan and the smoother that first night will be and you won’t have the stress of trying to find something you need. When you need help with your long distance move, contact Excalibur Moving & Storage and let our specialists help you!
