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
- 6 Best Travel Cribs Lightweight for Vacation (June 2026) Expert Tested GuideTraveling with a baby means juggling a hundred details, and finding a safe place for your little one to sleep should not be one of … Read more
- 8 Best Convertible Cribs with Changing Table (June 2026) Expert PicksSetting up a nursery is one of the most exciting parts of preparing for a new baby, but it also comes with a long list … Read more
- 10 Best Extendable Dining Tables for Families (June 2026) Expert TestedFinding the right dining table for a busy household is harder than it sounds. You need something compact enough for Tuesday night dinners but big … Read more
- 10 Best Portable Changing Stations for Travel (June 2026) Expert ReviewsTraveling with a baby means dealing with diaper changes in places you never expected — airport floors, park benches, the backseat of a rental car, … Read more
- 10 Best Nursery Gliders for Tall Moms (June 2026) Complete Buyer’s GuideIf you are over 5-foot-8, you already know the struggle. You sit down in a standard nursery glider and the backrest ends somewhere around your … Read more
- 15 Best Dining Benches with Backs for Families (June 2026) Expert ReviewsFinding the right seating for family meals can feel like a puzzle. You want something comfortable enough for a long dinner, sturdy enough to handle … Read more
- 12 Best Diaper Bag Backpacks for Hiking Dads (June 2026) Tested & ReviewedTaking your little one on the trail is one of the best parts of being a dad. But carrying diapers, wipes, bottles, extra clothes, and … Read more
- 12 Best Convertible Diaper Backpacks for Two Kids (June 2026) Ultimate GuideWhen you have two little ones to care for, a regular diaper bag just does not cut it anymore. I learned this the hard way … Read more
- 12 Best Backseat Car Organizers for Kids (June 2026) Ultimate GuideIf you have ever turned around mid-drive to find cracker crumbs ground into the upholstery, toys wedged under seats, and juice boxes leaking on the … Read more
- 15 Best Above Ground Pools for Backyards (June 2026) Expert ReviewsNothing beats walking into your backyard and jumping into cool water on a hot day. I spent weeks comparing the best above ground pools for … Read more
- 10 Best Kick Scooters for Kids with Lights (June 2026) Expert ReviewsThere is something magical about watching your kid cruise down the sidewalk as the sun dips, their scooter wheels blazing with color. My daughter got … Read more
- 8 Best Indoor Trampolines for Toddlers with Handle (June 2026) Top PicksAnyone with a toddler knows the feeling: it is raining outside, your little one has been bouncing off the furniture for an hour, and you … Read more
- 8 Best Folding Camping Wagons Heavy Duty (June 2026) Expert GuideI still remember the first time I tried lugging three coolers, a tent, sleeping bags, and two camp chairs from the parking lot to our … Read more
- 8 Best Screen Houses for Family Camping (June 2026) Expert PicksNothing ruins a family camping trip faster than mosquitoes eating you alive during dinner. I learned this the hard way on a trip to the … Read more
- 10 Best Train Table Sets with Drawers (June 2026) Expert ReviewsFinding the right train table for your child can feel overwhelming with so many options on the market. When our team started researching train table … 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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