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
- When to Stop Swaddling Your Baby (May 2026) A Complete Guide
I remember staring at my daughter at 10 weeks old, wondering if every little movement meant she was about to roll. The swaddle had been … Read more - How to Swaddle a Newborn (May 2026) Step-by-Step Guide
Learning how to swaddle a newborn step by step is one of the most valuable skills you can master as a new parent. I remember … Read more - How to Get a Newborn to Sleep at Night (May 2026) Expert Tips
Learning how to get a newborn to sleep at night is one of the biggest challenges new parents face. If you are reading this at … Read more - How to Get Baby to Sleep in Their Own Crib (May 2026) Complete Guide
You’re not alone if your baby only falls asleep in your arms or wakes up the moment you try to transfer them to the crib. … Read more - What Is the 4 Month Sleep Regression (May 2026) Expert Guide
If you are reading this at 3 AM while bouncing a wide-awake baby, you are not alone. The 4 month sleep regression hits most families … Read more - How to Choose the Right Baby Carrier (May 2026) Complete Guide
I stood in the baby store, surrounded by what felt like hundreds of fabric contraptions and confusing buckle systems. My pregnant belly was getting in … Read more - What Is Babywearing and Why Parents Love It (May 2026) Expert Guide
Babywearing transformed my life as a new parent. When my daughter was born, I discovered that keeping her close in a soft carrier wasn’t just … Read more - The Core Principles of Attachment Parenting (May 2026) Full Guide
Attachment parenting is a philosophy that emphasizes building strong emotional bonds between parents and children through responsive, sensitive caregiving. At its heart, this approach recognizes … Read more - When Do Babies Start Sitting Up? (May 2026) A Complete Guide
When do babies start sitting up? Most babies begin sitting with support between 4 and 5 months, progress to tripod sitting around 5 to 6 … Read more - How to Practice Gentle Parenting With a Baby (May 2026) Complete Guide
I remember sitting in the nursery at 3 AM, holding my screaming newborn, wondering if I was doing everything wrong. Every parenting book seemed to … Read more - When Do Babies Start Walking? (May 2026) Complete Guide
Watching your baby take their first steps is one of the most magical moments in parenthood. I remember holding my breath the first time my … Read more - When Do Babies Get Their First Tooth? (May 2026) Pro Guide
Most babies get their first tooth between 6 and 12 months of age, typically around 6 months. The first teeth to appear are usually the … Read more - When to Start Brushing Baby’s Teeth (May 2026) Full Guide
When to start brushing baby’s teeth is one of the most common questions new parents ask, yet many assume those tiny temporary teeth do not … Read more - What Is Baby Led Weaning and How to Start (May 2026) Expert Tips & Guide
Baby-led weaning is a method of introducing solid food to babies where purées and spoon-feeding are skipped in favor of finger foods that a baby … Read more - First Foods to Give a 6 Month Old Baby (May 2026) Complete Guide
There is a moment that stays with you forever. Your baby sits in the high chair for the first time, eyes wide with curiosity, little … 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
An Editorial Journal · Family. Health. Justice. Culture.