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
- How to Get Kids to Eat More Vegetables (May 2026) 12 Science-Backed Strategies
You’ve tried everything. You’ve begged, bargained, and maybe even hidden zucchini in brownies. Yet your child still pushes away anything green. If this sounds familiar, … Read more - How to Get a Toddler to Try New Foods (May 2026) Complete Guide
Nothing tests a parent’s patience quite like watching your toddler push away a plate of carefully prepared food without even a glance. You’ve tried everything … Read more - How to Handle a Picky Eater Toddler (May 2026) Expert Tips & Guide
Learning how to handle a picky eater toddler is one of the most common challenges parents face. If your two-year-old suddenly refuses foods they loved … Read more - How to Make Homemade Baby Food (May 2026) Complete Guide
Making your own baby food is one of the most rewarding decisions you can make as a new parent. When I first started feeding my … Read more - How to Wean Baby Off the Bottle (May 2026) Complete Guide for Parents
If you are staring at that beloved bedtime bottle wondering how on earth you will ever take it away, you are not alone. Learning how … Read more - Early Signs of Pregnancy Before a Missed Period (May 2026) Complete Guide
Wondering if you might be pregnant but your period hasn’t arrived yet? You’re not alone. Thousands of women search for early signs of pregnancy before … Read more - How Much Water Should You Drink While Pregnant (May 2026) Complete Guide
During pregnancy, you should drink 8 to 12 cups (64 to 96 ounces) of water every day. This recommendation comes from the American College of … Read more - How to Tell if Your Baby Is Sick (May 2026) Complete Parent Guide
Worrying about your baby comes with the territory of being a parent. If you find yourself checking your sleeping newborn’s breathing for the fifth time … Read more - When to Worry About a Fever in Children (May 2026) Complete Guide
Nothing sends a parent’s heart racing quite like touching your child’s forehead and finding it hot to the touch. I’ve been there countless times over … Read more - How to Track Your Cycle to Get Pregnant (May 2026) Expert Guide
Learning how to track your cycle to get pregnant can feel overwhelming when you’re first starting your trying-to-conceive (TTC) journey. I remember staring at fertility … Read more - The Best Time to Have Sex to Get Pregnant (May 2026) Expert Guide
The best time to have sex to get pregnant is during your 6-day fertile window: the 5 days leading up to ovulation and the day … Read more - Pregnancy Symptoms After Conception (May 2026) Day-by-Day Timeline
Most women begin feeling pregnancy symptoms between one to two weeks after conception, though some notice subtle changes as early as 6-12 days when implantation … Read more - What Are the Signs of Implantation (May 2026) Complete Guide
If you are trying to conceive, the days between ovulation and your expected period can feel like an eternity. Every twinge, every sensation, and every … Read more - How to Get Pregnant After Stopping Birth Control (May 2026) Expert Tips & Guide
Most women are able to get pregnant within a few months of stopping hormonal birth control. The exact timeline varies by contraception type: birth control … Read more - How to Improve Egg Quality Naturally (May 2026) 90-Day Guide
If you are trying to conceive, you have probably wondered about egg quality. After three years of researching fertility and speaking with countless women on … 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.