 On February 15, 2011, "Mothering" magazine announced that publication of the magazine would end completely after the March–April 2011 issue, and that "Mothering" would subsequently become a Web-only company.Paid subscribers initially reacted to this unexpected announcement with anger, sadness, and demands for refunds.The magazine covers alternative childbirth options, and advocates breastfeeding, alternative education, homeschooling, co-sleeping and open discussion about the risks and benefits of vaccination.