Peggy O’Mara
Family · Health · Justice · Culture
From the Desk
Thoughtful writing on natural family living — for parents who want to make their own informed decisions.
A space for honest conversations about pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and raising children with intention. Carefully curated essays, research-backed guides, and the kind of writing you actually want to sit down and read — without the noise.
Latest from the Journal
- 8 Best Variable Speed Pool Pumps (August 2026) Honest ReviewsSwapping an old single-speed pump for one of the best variable speed pool pumps is the single biggest energy upgrade a pool owner can make. … Read more
- 10 Best Tandem Kayaks (August 2026) Expert ReviewsLast summer our team spent 47 days on lakes, rivers, and coastal bays across three states testing the best tandem kayaks on the market. We … Read more
- 8 Best Cornhole Boards (August 2026) Trusted ReviewsFew backyard games bring people together like cornhole. Whether you’re setting up for a family reunion, gearing up for tailgating season, or just want something … Read more
- 8 Best Lawn Game Sets (August 2026) Trusted ReviewsLast summer, our family reunion turned into an impromptu tournament that lasted three days straight. Someone pulled out a cornhole set, another brought Kubb, and … Read more
- 8 Best Putting Greens (August 2026) Expert Reviews & RankingsPutting accounts for roughly 42% of all golf shots, yet most golfers spend less than 10% of their practice time on it. After testing dozens … Read more
- 10 Best Home Batting Nets (August 2026) Expert ReviewsLast spring my son asked me to throw batting practice for 200 pitches after dinner. By the 40th pitch I had a sore arm, he … Read more
- 8 Best Air Hockey Tables (August 2026) Expert ReviewsIf you’re hunting for the best air hockey tables for your game room, basement, or family hangout, you’ve landed in the right spot. Our team … Read more
- 8 Best Foosball Tables (August 2026) Honest ReviewsLooking for the best foosball tables to bring home in ? I spent the last three months comparing 8 top-rated models across price points ranging … Read more
- 10 Best Shuffleboard Tables (August 2026) Expert ReviewsWhen my family set up our first shuffleboard table in the basement, I had no idea how often it would become the center of our … Read more
- 10 Best Ping Pong Tables (August 2026) Expert Reviews & Top PicksAfter spending the last three months testing tables in my garage, basement, and driveway, I can tell you which models actually deliver tournament-quality bounce and … Read more
- 8 Best Teppanyaki Grills (August 2026) Honest ReviewsTeppanyaki is one of the most fun ways to cook at home. Instead of hiding in the kitchen, you set a hot, flat iron plate … Read more
- 8 Best Body Fat Calipers (August 2026) Expert ReviewsWhen I started tracking my fitness progress, I quickly learned that the scale only tells part of the story. Body fat percentage gives you a … Read more
- 10 Best Leg Press Machines (August 2026) Trusted ReviewsI’ve spent the last few months testing leg press machines in my home garage, on my sister-in-law’s rec-room floor, and even in a friend’s basement … Read more
- 10 Best Leather Passport Holders (August 2026) Top ReviewsI’ve been circling airports for over a decade, and I can tell you from experience: a battered passport book is a nightmare at immigration. When … Read more
- 12 Best Leather Watch Straps (August 2026) Tested & RankedA great leather strap can make the same watch look like a totally different piece. I have been swapping straps on my Seiko and vintage … Read more
What We Cover
Pregnancy & Birth
From the first trimester through labor and delivery — evidence-based guidance for the journey ahead.
Breastfeeding
Latch, supply, pumping, weaning — the practical answers you actually need, in plain language.
Postpartum
Healing, hormones, and the fourth trimester nobody warned you about.
Babies & Toddlers
Sleep, feeding, milestones, and the everyday rhythms of life with little ones.
Education & Homeschooling
Montessori, Waldorf, unschooling, and finding the approach that fits your family.
Living Well
Holistic health, conscious living, and a more grounded family life at home.
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The way we treat our children sets the stage for how they will treat the world.
— Peggy O’Mara
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