Exploring Long Distance Moving Procedures

Moving can present dangers to anyone. There's always a risk of dropping something heavy on your foot, hurting your back when lifting a heavy box, or over-exhausting yourself because there's just so much to do. These and other risks are enhanced when you're moving while pregnant. To protect yourself and your unborn little one, make sure you follow these tips:

Enlist Lots of Helpers, or Hire a Moving Company

Sometimes, in a rush to get moved quickly, you might be tempted to lift just that one box you know you're not supposed to lift. Before you know it, you've been up all night packing and moving. It's important that you be prepared to feel this temptation to become a moving martyr, so you can have a plan in place to get around it. Enlist more helpers than you're likely to need, so there's always someone who can lift heavy boxes for you. Hire a moving company like a.m.p.m. Movers, even if it's a bit over your budget, because saving a few bucks is not worth straining yourself and going into premature labor.

Make Sure You Get Your Sleep

When you're extra tired because you've stayed up extra late moving and packing, you're more likely to catch a cold or just feel generally miserable. You're also more likely to make silly oversights, like forgetting to pack something important or forgetting you shouldn't lift a heavy box, if you're running on too little sleep.

A week before the moving is set to commence, start going to bed an hour early. Make yourself stick to this routine as closely as possible throughout the moving process. Explain to others around you that you need the extra rest so you can stay focused, healthy and safe on moving day. They'll likely be happy to tackle some extra tasks for you so you can get to bed on time.

Have Someone Else Clean the Really Filthy Areas

In general, cleaning is one aspect of the move that you probably can do safely. It takes a lot less effort and presents fewer risks to vacuum a carpet or wipe down a counter than to lift heavy boxes into the truck. Try to avoid, however, cleaning the dirtiest places like the toilet, the dusty corners that have not seen the light of day in years, and grimy basement sinks. You don't want to expose yourself to potentially dangerous bacteria or fungi that might be lingering in these areas, since treating an infection during pregnancy can be tough.

By getting enough sleep, enlisting plenty of helpers, and avoiding cleaning the really dirty areas of your new or old home, you can ensure that you and the baby stay safe during the moving process.