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
- 18 Best Stocking Stuffers for Tweens (June 2026) Complete Buying GuideShopping for tweens is one of the hardest parts of holiday gift giving. They have outgrown most toys, but they are not quite ready for … Read more
- 15 Best Outdoor Gifts for Active Kids (June 2026) Complete Buyer’s GuideWhen the weather turns warm and the backdoor stays open, I want my kids outside moving their bodies instead of scrolling screens. Finding the best … Read more
- 15 Best Smart Locks for Family Front Doors (June 2026) Tested & ReviewedI remember the morning my daughter forgot her house key and stood outside in the rain for twenty minutes. That was the day I started … Read more
- 15 Best Outdoor Security Cameras for Homes (June 2026) Expert PicksAfter three months of testing 15 different models across rain, snow, and heat waves, our team knows what actually matters when choosing the best outdoor … Read more
- 15 Best First Birthday Gifts for Babies (June 2026) Expert GuideYour baby’s first birthday is one of those milestones that sneaks up on you faster than you expect. One day they are a tiny newborn … Read more
- 8 Best Bladeless Fans for Nurseries (June 2026) Top Safe PicksWhen my daughter was three months old, I spent an entire night staring at the ceiling fan in her nursery, wondering if the spinning blades … Read more
- 15 Best Christmas Gifts for Toddlers (June 2026) Expert PicksI spent three weeks testing toddler toys with my niece and nephew to figure out which Christmas gifts actually hold their attention past Boxing Day. … Read more
- 8 Best Smart Thermostats for Family Homes (June 2026) Expert PicksAfter testing thermostats in three different family homes over 45 days, I can tell you that the best smart thermostats for family homes are not … Read more
- 15 Best Birthday Gifts for Preschoolers (June 2026) Expert PicksFinding the best birthday gifts for preschoolers always feels harder than it should be. You walk into a toy store and face walls of plastic, … Read more
- 8 Best Video Doorbells for Family Safety (June 2026) Complete Buyer’s GuideWhen I installed my first video doorbell three years ago, I thought I was just buying a gadget. I did not realize it would become … Read more
- 12 Best Dehumidifiers for Family Basements (June 2026) Expert PicksAfter helping three neighbors battle musty basement air last summer, I realized most families wait too long to buy a dehumidifier. The best dehumidifiers for … Read more
- 13 Best Gifts for Tween Boys (June 2026) Top Picks for Every BudgetShopping for tween boys feels like trying to hit a moving target. One day they are obsessed with building complex LEGO sets, and the next … Read more
- 13 Best Space Heaters for Kids Rooms Safe (June 2026) Top PicksSpace heaters are responsible for nearly 80% of home heating fire deaths in the United States. That statistic kept me awake at night after my … Read more
- 15 Best Gifts for Teen Girls (June 2026) Complete Buyer’s GuideShopping for a teenage girl can feel like trying to solve a puzzle where the pieces change shape every week. I have spent the last … Read more
- 12 Best Tower Fans for Family Bedrooms (June 2026) Expert ReviewsI ran my first tower fan in our nursery six years ago when summer heat turned bedtime into a battle. Since then, our team has … 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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