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How to Create Stability When Your Whole Routine Falls Apart

July 07, 20251 min read

As the school term winds down and summer approaches, many mums feel the familiar routine starting to slip away. Mornings become slower, bedtimes drift later — and while there’s relief, there’s also a rising question: How will we manage without structure?

In this episode, we explore how to create stability in the summer without clinging to rigid routines. You’ll learn the difference between routines and rhythms, why predictable sequences matter more than time slots, and how small emotional, sensory, and relational patterns can bring safety and flow to your family.

You’ll also hear real-life examples of how different rhythms support family life — and how to find your own, even in the midst of chaos.

Whether you’re excited, nervous, or a bit of both, this is your invitation to shape your summer in a way that works for everyone — including you.

In this episode, we cover:

  • Why rigid schedules often collapse in the holidays

  • The 3 rhythm types that support connection and stability

  • How to work with natural markers and spontaneous days out

  • The bedtime/wake time dilemma and what really matters

  • Practical rhythm examples you can begin using today

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Understanding people has always been a passion of mine, and becoming a parent made that understanding even more real. My counselling training helped me explore the emotional challenges of parenting — not perfectly, but with more presence, compassion, and clarity. Now I run a social enterprise supporting families through group work, counselling, and digital learning.

Emma Reed

Understanding people has always been a passion of mine, and becoming a parent made that understanding even more real. My counselling training helped me explore the emotional challenges of parenting — not perfectly, but with more presence, compassion, and clarity. Now I run a social enterprise supporting families through group work, counselling, and digital learning.

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