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 Inflatable Kayaks for Two People (June 2026) Expert Reviews
Finding the right tandem inflatable kayak changes everything about your time on the water. My partner and I spent three months testing two-person inflatables across … Read more - 12 Best Indoor Swings for Kids Doorway (June 2026) Complete Buying Guide
Finding ways to keep kids active indoors used to feel like a losing battle, especially during rainy weeks or long winter months. That changed when … Read more - 10 Best Inflatable Paddle Boards for Families (June 2026) Wide Stable SUPs
Finding the best inflatable paddle boards for families changed the way we spend our weekends together. Three summers ago, my partner and I bought our … Read more - 8 Best Indoor Gym Equipment for Kids (June 2026) Expert Reviews
Keeping kids active indoors is one of the biggest challenges parents face, especially during long winters, rainy seasons, or when you simply do not have … Read more - 8 Best Portable Power Stations for Camping (June 2026) Expert Reviews
Nothing ruins a camping trip faster than a dead phone battery when you need GPS to find your way back to the trailhead. Our team … Read more - 8 Best Coolers for Camping Large Capacity (June 2026) Top Picks
Nothing ruins a camping trip faster than warm drinks and spoiled food. I learned this the hard way on a four-day trip to the lake … Read more - 6 Best GMRS Radios for Family Camping (June 2026) Top Picks
Last summer, our family camped in the Colorado Rockies where cell service dropped to zero bars within a mile of the trailhead. I handed my … Read more - 7 Best Woodworking Kits for Kids (June 2026) Expert Guide
Last summer, my 7-year-old daughter asked me if she could build something “real” instead of another plastic craft kit. That question led me down a … Read more - 12 Best Candle Making Kits for Tweens (June 2026) Complete Buyer’s Guide
When my 10-year-old niece asked for a new hobby that did not involve a screen, I immediately thought of candle making. It combines creativity, science, … Read more - 12 Best Art Supply Sets for Kids Deluxe (June 2026) Complete Buying Guide
Finding the best art supply sets for kids deluxe can feel like a treasure hunt for parents who want quality without breaking the budget. I … Read more - 10 Best Telescopes for Kids Astronomy (June 2026) Expert Reviews
When my daughter turned seven, she started asking about the Moon’s craters and why Saturn has rings. I did what most parents do: I searched … Read more - 15 Best Standing Art Easels for Toddlers (June 2026) Expert Picks
When my daughter turned two, I realized she needed more than crayons on the kitchen table. She needed a dedicated space where she could stand, … Read more - 10 Best Cornhole Sets for Families (June 2026) Expert Reviews
Nothing brings a family together quite like a sunny afternoon in the backyard, cold drinks on the patio, and a friendly game of cornhole. If … Read more - 15 Best Postpartum Recovery Chairs for Nursing (June 2026) Expert Reviews
When I was recovering from my second delivery, I spent roughly 14 hours a day in our nursery feeding, rocking, and contact-napping. My old dining … Read more - 10 Best Bottle Drying Racks with Covers (June 2026) Expert Reviews
I have cleaned thousands of baby bottles over three kids, and nothing frustrated me more than finding dust or pet hair on a supposedly clean … 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.