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
- 12 Best Wooden Toy Grocery Store Playsets (June 2026) Expert PicksWhen my daughter turned three, she started setting up her stuffed animals in a row and “selling” them apple slices from a cardboard box. That … Read more
- 10 Best Kids Snowsuits for Toddlers (June 2026) Expert ReviewsGetting your toddler dressed for winter can feel like preparing a tiny astronaut for a mission. After testing dozens of kids snowsuits for toddlers over … Read more
- 10 Best Wooden Market Stand Playsets for Kids (June 2026) Expert ReviewsThere is something genuinely magical about watching a child set up their very own shop, carefully arranging wooden produce on tiny shelves and announcing prices … Read more
- 10 Best Kids Winter Boots Waterproof (June 2026) Complete Buyer’s GuideFinding the right winter boots for your child can feel like a guessing game. You buy a pair that looks great online, and two weeks … Read more
- 12 Best Kids Tool Benches Wooden (June 2026) Expert ReviewsWhen my oldest turned three, he followed his dad around the garage with a plastic wrench, determined to “help” with every project. That is when … Read more
- 10 Best Play Workbenches with Tools for Kids (June 2026) Expert ReviewsWhen my daughter turned three, she started following me around the garage every weekend. She wanted to hold the drill, tap the hammer, and turn … Read more
- 10 Best Toddler Winter Coats with Hoods (June 2026) Expert ReviewsFinding the right winter coat for a toddler is one of those parenting tasks that sounds simple until you start shopping. Between sizing confusion, safety … Read more
- 8 Best Kids Rain Suits Waterproof (June 2026) Expert ReviewsAnyone who has ever watched a toddler spot a puddle knows that look of pure determination. No amount of rain is going to stop them … Read more
- 8 Best Cabin Tents for Large Families (June 2026) Expert ReviewsFew things test your patience and gear like camping with a large family. I have spent the last three camping seasons putting cabin tents through … Read more
- 11 Best Power Wheels for Two Kids (June 2026) Expert TestedFinding the right ride-on toy that both your kids can enjoy together is a game changer for any parent. When my two children started fighting … Read more
- 13 Best Foldable Wagons for Kids with Canopy (June 2026) Top PicksTaking two kids to the park should not feel like hauling a small apartment across town. Between the snacks, the sunscreen, the extra clothes, and … Read more
- 12 Best Kids Vanity Sets with Lighted Mirror (June 2026) Expert ReviewsWhen my daughter turned three, she started pulling up a stool to watch me get ready every morning. That daily ritual got me thinking about … Read more
- 10 Best All Terrain Wagons for Families (June 2026) Expert PicksFinding the right wagon for your family can feel overwhelming when every brand claims theirs handles “all terrain.” After testing and comparing 10 of the … Read more
- 10 Best Toddler Activity Tables with Storage (June 2026) Model Tested & ReviewedIf you have ever stepped on a rogue crayon at 7 AM while tripping over a pile of building blocks, you already know why a … Read more
- 10 Best Beach Carts with Big Wheels for Families (June 2026) Top PicksIf you have ever tried lugging a cooler, four beach chairs, an umbrella, towels, toys, and two small children across a sandy beach, you already … 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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