No advice from me, just hugs. CJ had a naughty week triggered by arrival of my mum I think, so can imagine moving somewhere new being a whole lot worse. Amazes me how much they remember and like to be the same, we have been to Read gardens hundreds of times, and only a handful with you guys but last time we went CJ looked up at me and said "Archie? - baby Barney sleeping?". Hang in there am sure he will settle soon, is prob still adjusting to having little brother too.
We have just done this (but thankfully to Australia, so no new language at least!). I am just working hard on me and DH being the kids constants. The things that are always there in their lives. I talk up all the good things about being here, the new things to do and our new home (which we haven't moved into yet). For DD (20months) I try not to have her out and about all day, everyday, so some quiet days to potter and be a toddler (we are staying with DH's family so in a house where she can play around, I brought some favourite toys), try really hard to keep her usual pattern in place with sleeps and familar mealtimes and foods.
DS (4yrs) is a lot more aware, so able to discuss it, but most of the same ideas for him too.
Hang in there, kids are adaptable, they just need time and loving support while they adapt. And it's hard when you feel frustrated and sick of them, but probably he'll feel better if you can spend more time with him, extra cuddles and understanding etc. And you could tell him you feel frustrated and it's all new for you too, and you'll get there together - I think they understand so much, and letting him know his feelings aren't wrong or unusual might help him?
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