Routines — we all need them, but how do families build rhythms that actually work?

In this episode, Gareth, Lizzy, Daisy and Lucy dive into the importance of establishing healthy family routines and the impact these daily habits have on children’s character, responsibility, and long-term wellbeing. They explore how parents can model the behaviours they hope their children will adopt, why flexibility matters as kids grow, and how family meals, chores, and shared rhythms strengthen connection and communication.

The conversation highlights the role of routines in helping children develop confidence, understand expectations, and contribute meaningfully to family life. Gareth and Lucy share practical ideas, personal reflections, and the small wins that keep routines moving forward — even when life gets messy.

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About Famalam:

Famalam is a Christian family & parenting podcast hosted by Gareth, Lizzy, Daisy, Lucy, and Toby Robinson. We explore Christian parenting, raising kids, faith at home, discipleship, family challenges, communication, boundaries, discipline, tech and screens, mental wellbeing, friendships, church engagement, Christmas traditions, and real-life family dynamics.

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New Year, new start — but what does that really look like for families?

Gareth, Lizzy, and Daisy are joined by author and speaker Jo Saxton to explore how parents can help children say goodbye to the past year and step into the New Year with honesty, hope, and faith. Together they reflect on family life, modelling repentance, growth, and change, and creating space for kids to talk openly about grief, loss, and transition.

Jo shares thoughtful insight on the difference between New Year optimism and Christian hope, helping parents guide their kids through endings and beginnings without pressure to perform, but with grace, gratitude, and trust in God’s work in their lives.

For more from Jo Saxton:

• Website: josaxton.com
• Books: https://www.josaxton.com/books
• Instagram / Threads: @josaxton
• A Cup of Jo Newsletter / Substack: https://substack.com/@josaxton

Additional Hello Goodbye resources:

• Website: https://www.leadstoriesmedia.com/hellogoodbye
• Podcast series: https://leadstoriespodcast.com (or wherever you get your podcasts)

This episode will encourage Christian parents to think carefully about how their own habits, language, and faith practices shape how their children understand change, resilience, and spiritual growth.

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About Famalam:

Famalam is a Christian family & parenting podcast hosted by Gareth, Lizzy, Daisy, Lucy, and Toby Robinson. We explore Christian parenting, raising kids, faith at home, discipleship, family challenges, communication, boundaries, discipline, tech and screens, mental wellbeing, friendships, church engagement, Christmas traditions, and real-life family dynamics.

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Instagram: @famalampod | Email: hello@famalampod.com

In this festive episode, the Robinson family talk openly about Christmas stress and managing expectations during the busy holiday season. They share personal reflections on their own Christmas experiences, including the joy of opening stockings, decorating cakes, and laughing together, as well as the pressures families often feel at this time of year.

The conversation highlights the importance of family, joy, and shared traditions, encouraging listeners to focus on connection rather than perfection. This episode offers reassurance and practical perspective for families wanting to create meaningful, memory-making Christmas moments without the overwhelm.

We’d love to hear from you — email hello@famalampod.com or DM us on Instagram @famalampod.

If you’re enjoying the podcast, please like, share, comment, and subscribe!

About Famalam:

Famalam is a Christian family & parenting podcast hosted by Gareth, Lizzy, Daisy, Lucy, and Toby Robinson. We explore Christian parenting, raising kids, faith at home, discipleship, family challenges, communication, boundaries, discipline, tech and screens, mental wellbeing, friendships, church engagement, Christmas traditions, and real-life family dynamics.

Follow & Connect:

Instagram: @famalampod | Email: hello@famalampod.com