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Life Events & Personal Milestones: Complete Checklist Guide

Major life events—moving, marriage, childbirth, emergencies—require careful preparation. These checklists help you navigate transitions, reduce stress, and ensure nothing important is overlooked.

Many of these events are once-in-a-lifetime or rare, so it is easy to forget a step. A checklist gives you a single place to track tasks, deadlines, and documents. Share it with anyone who needs to be involved so everyone stays aligned.

Start with these categories: Moving House, Weddings, Emergency Preparedness

Checklist Categories

Browse our life events & personal milestones checklists by category. Each category contains detailed preparation guides with step-by-step instructions.

Weddings

13 checklists

Event Planning

12 checklists

Birthdays

7 checklists

Baby Shower

7 checklists

Childbirth

7 checklists

Co Parenting

7 checklists

College Application

6 checklists

Adoption Process

6 checklists

Emergency Preparedness

6 checklists

Anniversaries

5 checklists

Moving House

4 checklists

Newborn Care

2 checklists

Divorce

2 checklists

Foster Care

2 checklists

Health Checkup

2 checklists

Flood Preparation

2 checklists

Funerals

1 checklist

Graduations

1 checklist

Estate Planning

1 checklist

Moving Abroad

1 checklist

Graduation Party

1 checklist

Separation

1 checklist

Child Custody

1 checklist

Dental Checkup

1 checklist

First Aid

1 checklist

Earthquake Preparation

1 checklist

Hurricane Preparation

1 checklist

Eviction Process

1 checklist

Retirement

0 checklists

Popular Checklists

Some of our most-used checklists in this guide.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Common mistakes include leaving preparation to the last minute, underestimating costs, and not involving key people in planning. Start early and create a timeline.

Tips for Success

Prioritize tasks by deadline and impact. Build in buffer time for unexpected issues. Keep important documents in one accessible place.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far in advance should I prepare for a life event?
It depends on the event. Moving and weddings often need 2–3 months. Emergencies require preparation in advance (kit, contacts, documents). Start as early as you can and break tasks into weekly steps.
Can I reuse these checklists?
Yes. Life events often repeat (e.g. annual health checkup, multiple moves). Keep your personalized list and update it after each use so the next time is smoother.
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