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
- 6 Best Trumpets for Beginners (August 2026) Tested & ReviewedPicking up the trumpet for the first time is one of the most exciting decisions a musician can make. But finding the best trumpets for … Read more
- 8 Best Violins for Adults (August 2026) Expert ReviewsI started playing violin at 34, after my daughter began lessons and I got curious enough to pick up her spare instrument. That first six … Read more
- 8 Best Cellos for Beginners (August 2026) Honest ReviewsI remember unboxing my first cello, a hand-me-down from a neighbor with a warped bridge and pegs that refused to turn. Learning was a struggle, … Read more
- 8 Best Clarinets for Beginners (August 2026) Top ReviewsWhen my neighbor’s daughter started 6th grade band last September, her parents walked into a music store and walked out $400 lighter with a rental … Read more
- 8 Best Banjos (August 2026) Honest ReviewsI have spent the last several years playing, testing, and writing about banjos across every style from bluegrass to old-time clawhammer. When friends ask me … Read more
- 8 Best Mandolins (August 2026) Honest ReviewsThere is something about the sound of a mandolin that stops you in your tracks. That bright, percussive chop on the backbeat, the shimmering tremolo … Read more
- 8 Best Portable Recorders (August 2026) Honest ReviewsFinding the best portable recorders in can feel overwhelming with the sheer number of options on the market. I have spent months testing digital voice … Read more
- 8 Best In Ear Monitors for Musicians (August 2026) Top ReviewsI have spent the last three years testing in-ear monitors on stages, in rehearsal rooms, and in home studios. After running eight different IEMs through … Read more
- 10 Best Microphone Stands (August 2026) Top ReviewsI’ve spent the last 90 days testing microphone stands across three different recording setups at our studio, and what I found surprised me. The best … Read more
- 8 Best Keyboard Stands (August 2026) Expert ReviewsLooking for the best keyboard stands in ? I spent 6 weeks testing 8 popular keyboard stands with my 61-key Yamaha and 88-key Casio Privia … Read more
- 8 Best Guitar Cases (August 2026) Tested & ReviewedI have been playing guitar for over 15 years, and if there is one lesson I learned the hard way, it is that the right … Read more
- 8 Best Digital Drum Modules (August 2026) Expert PicksWhen I started hunting for the best digital drum modules to upgrade my hybrid kit, I realized most articles focus on complete electronic drum sets … Read more
- 8 Best Drum Thrones (August 2026) Trusted ReviewsOur team spent three months sitting on eight different drum thrones for hours at a time. We logged back pain scores, measured wobble on hardwood … Read more
- 10 Best Electric Violins (August 2026) Honest ReviewsI still remember the first time I plugged an electric violin into a stage amp and realized how different the experience felt from my acoustic. … Read more
- 10 Best Trombones for Students (August 2026) Expert ReviewsWhen my daughter came home saying she wanted to play trombone in 5th grade band, I had no idea where to start. After spending three … 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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