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
- 10 Best Carpet Extractors (September 2026) Expert ReviewsAfter testing 10 machines in our home across a packed month of muddy paw prints, spilled coffee, and two kids who treat carpet like a … Read more
- 12 Best Laser Lights (September 2026) TestedI have been testing laser lights for over a decade, from tiny bedroom party projectors to full professional rigs. I bought 12 of the most … Read more
- 10 Best Floor Buffers (September 2026) Expert ReviewsI spent the last 60 days testing floor buffers on hardwood, tile, vinyl, and concrete, scrubbing everything from my own 1,400-square-foot bungalow to a 15,000-square-foot … Read more
- 8 Best Drum Practice Pads (September 2026) Reviewed & TestedIf you want sharper stick control without annoying the neighbors, the best drum practice pads in are the fastest way to get there. I have … Read more
- Best Foam Play Mats for Playrooms (September 2026) Honest ReviewsI spent three months testing foam play mats for playrooms with my two kids, a curious cat, and a very messy toddler who treats every … Read more
- 10 Best Double Strollers for Two Kids (September 2026) Expert ReviewsWhen my second child was born, I thought my single stroller could handle the job. I was wrong within a week. Between juggling a newborn … Read more
- 8 Best Educational Drones for Kids (September 2026) Buying GuideI tested drones with my own kids and the neighbor’s children for six weeks, watching what made them light up and what made them walk … Read more
- 10 Best Electric Toothbrushes for Kids (September 2026) GuideTooth decay is the most common chronic disease in children, affecting nearly half of kids ages 2-11 in the United States. After watching my own … Read more
- 8 Best Emergency Blankets for URBEX Safety Kits (September 2026) Expert ReviewsI have been packing urban exploration kits for over six years now, and one piece of gear I never skip is a quality emergency blanket. … Read more
- 8 Best Baby Playpens for Apartments Space Saving (September 2026) Honest ReviewsLiving in 650 square feet with a crawling 8-month-old tested every square inch of our home. I spent three weeks rotating the best baby playpens … Read more
- 7 Best Baby Bottle Warmers (September 2026) Honest ReviewsWaking up to a crying baby at 3 a.m. is hard enough without fumbling with a kettle or guessing whether milk is too hot. After … Read more
- 8 Best Concert Bass Drums (September 2026) Expert Reviews & PicksWhen I first walked into a high school orchestra pit, the heartbeat of the room wasn’t the cellos or the timpani. It was the concert … Read more
- 8 Best Classic Car Seat Upholstery Kits (September 2026) Honest ReviewsPulling back the door of a freshly restored 1969 Chevelle and seeing crisp, factory-correct seat covers can stop you in your tracks. The seats set … Read more
- 8 Best Baby Bath Tubs for Newborns With Thermometer (September 2026) Honest ReviewsI remember the first time I tried to give my newborn a bath. My hands were shaking, the water felt wrong, and I had no … Read more
- 8 Best Baby Bottle Sterilizer and Dryers (September 2026) GuideWhen my daughter was born, I found myself washing bottles six times a day. Sterilizing was another chore entirely – boiling water on the stove, … 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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