When you are planning for a move, you already know that you have to pack your belongings in a logical way to ensure an easy unpacking adventure when the moving company leave. However, there are some items that you need to have with you at all times during the move so that you are ready for any eventuality that arises. These are items you will likely need in the first week after you move into your new house. The box in which you pack these items should either be with you in your vehicle or be the last box on the movers truck so you can get to it quickly and easily if you need it.

General Items:

• Paper goods like plates, towels and cups
• Plastic forks, knives and spoons
• Can opener
• Snacks and drinks
• Cell phone
• Telephone book for new location
• Essential contact information
• Toilet paper
• Medicines
• First aid kit
• Shower curtain
• Extension cords and power strips
• Flashlight
• Spiral notebook

Cleaning Supplies:

• Broom
• Mop
• Glass cleaner
• Garbage bags (large and small)
• Sponges
• Scrubbers
• All-purpose cleaner
• Dust pan

Tools:

• Hammer
• Phillips screwdriver
• Flat-head screwdriver
• Tape measure
• Small level
• Box cutter
• Pens
• Markers
• Pencil
• Tape
• Picture hanging supplies

For kids:

• Toys
• Lovey
• Diapers and supplies
• Formula
• Snacks
• Change of clothes (one for each child)
• Blankets
• Entertainment items
• Pillow
• Bottles or sippy cups
• Books

For pets:

• Travel carrier
• Toys
• Leash
• Food
• Treats
• Water and food dishes
• Litter box
• Litter
• Pooper scooper and bags

Making sure you have these items close at hand when moving day arrives will make sure your move goes as smoothly as possible. Of course, there might be something you forget to pack in your "open first" box that you find out you really need. For a situation like this, you will want to be sure you have plenty of cash in your pocket so you can make a quick stop at a store to get what you need right away.

With kids in particular, you will want to have their special items in the car with them as you drive to your new location. During a move, kids often feel a little insecure, but having items that remind them of home and provide them with comfort nearby will help them make the transition easier. Even better, have a special box for each child in which he or she can pack his or her own items and be responsible for throughout the move. This will also help ease their anxiety over moving to a new location.

John is a shrewd consumer who writes about personal finance, finding deals, and local consumer home services like: Austin movers & packers and Chicago movers.

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