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
- What Is Positive Discipline and How to Use It (May 2026) Complete Guide
Positive discipline is a parenting approach that teaches children to become responsible, respectful, and resourceful members of their families and communities. Unlike traditional punishment-based methods, … Read more - How to Prepare Your Toddler for a New Baby (May 2026) Expert Tips & Guide
Bringing a new baby into your family is one of life’s most profound transitions. If you are wondering how to prepare your toddler for a … Read more - How to Help a Shy Child Make Friends (May 2026) Complete Guide
Watching your child struggle to make friends is one of the hardest parts of parenting. I remember standing at the playground edge, seeing my daughter … Read more - 10 Ways to Handle Sibling Rivalry (May 2026) Complete Guide
Sibling rivalry is exhausting. One minute your kids are playing peacefully, the next they’re screaming over who touched whose toy. As a parent, you might … Read more - How to Raise an Independent Child (May 2026) Complete Guide
Learning how to raise an independent child is one of the most important skills you can develop as a parent. Independence does not mean pushing … Read more - How to Encourage Speech Development in Toddlers (May 2026) Complete Guide
Every parent waits for those first words with a mix of excitement and nervousness. When my daughter was 18 months old, she had a vocabulary … Read more - Signs of a Speech Delay in Toddlers (May 2026) A Parent’s Guide
Watching your little one grow brings incredible joy, but it can also bring worry when milestones seem to pass by differently than you expected. If … Read more - How to Raise a Bilingual Child (May 2026) Expert Guide & Tips
Raising a bilingual child is one of the most valuable gifts you can give your family. I have worked with hundreds of parents over the … Read more - How to Transition a Toddler to a Big Kid Bed (May 2026) Expert Guide
Moving your little one from a crib to their first big kid bed is one of parenting’s biggest milestones. If you are wondering how to … Read more - How to Stop a Toddler From Hitting (May 2026) Expert Parent Guide
Your toddler just smacked you in the face. Again. In that moment, you feel a mix of shock, hurt, and maybe even anger. You wonder … Read more - How to Stop Thumb Sucking in Toddlers (May 2026) Expert Tips and Guide
If you are wondering how to stop thumb sucking in toddlers, the most effective approach combines gentle awareness techniques, positive reinforcement, and age-appropriate alternatives. Most … Read more - How to Handle the Threenager Stage (May 2026) Complete Guide
Your three-year-old just spent twenty minutes screaming because you cut their sandwich into squares instead of triangles. Yesterday, they refused to leave the playground until … Read more - How to Survive Toddler Tantrums Without Losing Your Mind (May 2026) Full Guide
You’re standing in the checkout line at the grocery store. Your two-year-old wanted the blue box of cereal, but you handed them the red one … Read more - How to Discipline a Toddler Without Yelling (May 2026) Complete Guide
You’re not alone if you’ve found yourself yelling at your toddler and immediately feeling guilty about it. I’ve been there too, standing in the kitchen … Read more - How Long Does It Take to Get Pregnant on Average (May 2026) Complete Guide
If you are wondering how long does it take to get pregnant on average, you are not alone. Most couples have this question when they … 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.