--- title: Moving With a Newborn: A Calm, Safe Plan url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-with-a-newborn/ business: O'Brien's Moving & Storage address: 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 phone: 775-359-6683 (toll-free 1-800-253-7814) hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm licenses: U.S. DOT No. 30611, MC-109375, Nevada CPCN 1070; interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955 type: Moving and storage company, family owned since 1941 --- - [Home](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/) - [Moving resources: guides, checklists, tools and data](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/resources/) - [Moving guides](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/) - Moving with a newborn # Moving with a newborn Moving with a newborn comes down to three priorities: a safe sleep space ready in the new home, a baby bag that stays with you, and a plan that lets other people do the lifting. The American Academy of Pediatrics advises a firm, flat sleep surface with nothing else in it, so that is the first room to set up. or call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 [U.S. DOT No. 30611](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/licenses-and-authority/) A move with a baby is less about the boxes and more about rhythm: feeds, naps, sleep and rest for the parents. The calmest moves are those where the adults handle only the baby and the decisions, while others carry and pack. Here is how to arrange that. ## Priority one: the sleep space The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that babies sleep on a firm, flat surface, on their backs, in a crib or bassinet with a fitted sheet and nothing else. Set up the crib or bassinet first in the new home so it is ready before anything else is unpacked, and have it assembled before the baby arrives. Keep the crib's parts and instructions in the baby bag, not on the truck. ## Priority two: the baby bag Pack a bag that travels with you, not with the movers. Include diapers, wipes, spare clothes, feeding supplies, a blanket, any medicine, documents and a few of the baby's favourite things. The bag should hold enough for a full day plus a night in case the truck is late. ## Priority three: let others lift Recovery after birth, tiredness and feeding all limit what a parent can safely lift. Hire help for packing and loading, so the household is moved without you. O'Brien's offers full packing, partial packing and box packing only, and a free in-home estimate comes with 10 free heavy-duty boxes. See [full packing](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/full-packing/) and [partial packing](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/partial-packing/). ## Move-day logistics Arrange for a friend or family member to care for the baby at the quiet end, and keep the baby away from the loading area. Plan feeds around the schedule and choose a quiet room at both ends. For a fuller timeline, see [the moving timeline](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-timeline/) and [moving with kids](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-with-kids/). ## Update the essentials - Tell the pediatrician your new address and ask for records if you change doctors. - Update your address with the post office using the Mover's Guide. - Check that the new home's smoke alarms work and that outlets are safe. - Confirm the car seat is installed correctly before the first drive. ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [American Academy of Pediatrics, A Parent's Guide to Safe Sleep](https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/sleep/Pages/a-parents-guide-to-safe-sleep.aspx) - [USPS, Mover's Guide](https://moversguide.usps.com/) ### Free in-home estimate - An O'Brien's estimator walks through your home - A written, itemized estimate - 10 free heavy-duty boxes, yours to keep [How our estimates work](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/how-our-estimates-work/) ### Visit or call the office 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) | Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | | --- | --- | | Saturday and Sunday | Closed | [Get my free estimate](#estimate) ### Related - [Moving with kids](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-with-kids/) - [A moving timeline that works](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-timeline/) - [What goes in a first-night box](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/first-night-box/) - [Full packing service](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/packing/full-packing/) Moving guides ## Read next - [Moving after a divorce](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-after-divorce/) - [Moving in together](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-in-together/) - [Moving out of your parents' house](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-out-of-your-parents-house/) - [Moving while pregnant](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-while-pregnant/) - [Moving on a budget (without cutting corners)](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-on-a-budget/) - [Moving by yourself: what to hand off](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-alone/) - [Moving to a new state checklist](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-to-a-new-state-checklist/) - [Packing checklist](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/packing-checklist/) Answers ## Questions people ask Still have a question? Call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683), Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the [moving FAQ](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/). ### Should the baby be at home on moving day? Many families arrange for the baby to be with a trusted adult in a quiet place while the crew works, then bring them to the new home when the sleep space is ready. ### What goes in the baby bag? A day and a night of supplies: diapers, wipes, clothes, feeding items, medicine and documents. ### Can the crew assemble the crib? Ask the estimator how furniture assembly is handled, and keep the instructions handy. ## 4.3 stars from 71 Google reviews What customers say about O'Brien's [Read more reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/)[See them on Google](https://maps.google.com/maps?cid=17335326057105140938) T Tommy B. August 21, 2026 Great local business. Very family oriented with highly knowledgeable staff with remarkable employees going the extra mile. If you need a moving service for any reason, go here. ### Owner's reply Thanks Tommy appreciate you giving us a review. R Robert B. June 22, 2026 The movers were very professional and took care of my stuff there were no worries and stress free amazing job. J Janet M. May 16, 2026 I was so impressed with the way the crew handled and packed each piece of furniture for short term storage. They were polite and professional. I would highly recommend them to anyone planning a move. ### Owner's reply Janet we are so glad to hear that your move was a great success and we sincerely appreciate you providing us with this wonderful review. We will continue to provide you with the best service as we move forward. ## Get your free, in-home moving estimate An estimator visits, walks through everything and gives you a written, itemized estimate. Rather talk? [Call 775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm Our estimators: Sean, Luke, Christa and Janet. 2277 Glendale Ave Sparks, NV 89431 [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 U.S. DOT No. 30611 · MC-109375 · Nevada CPCN 1070