“ I live in Santa Clara, my baby is due end of Nov 2008. I'd love to meet other expecting moms around my area - a weekly walk, a monthly cup of hot chocolate to swap stories, anything that works.. let me know. ”

“ Hi, my name is Deanna. I have a daughter, Sarina born on 3/8/07. I'm interested in meeting other moms with kids the same age for playdates and "mommy talk"! ”

“ Hi there my name is Lori and I am a mother of 2 GORGEOUS girls! Hayleigh (9) and Anika (1). I joined Meetup.com to find other mommies and kids to go do fun things with! We live in Fremont and do lots of things in the Bay Area. ”

“ We're new to the area and moved here purposefully to raise our baby boy here. We are looking for friends for mama and baby! I'm a SAHM and we moved my mom here with us so our baby will really know his Gramma! ”

“ I am 26 and am 6 weeks pregnant.I feel it would be great if all expecting mothers around th Bay Area could get together and share their joy and fears regarding pregnancy. Its a great experience. So lets share it together! Best of luck to all! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because they interest me, and are close to home. ”

“ I am a new mommy of a 2-month old baby and still new to California. I would love to meet with new mommies in the area to discuss all matters of motherhood, especially the post-partum period, and creating friendships along the way. ”

“ Hey, I'm Courtney. My husband and I have a son named Riley. We live in Lafayette. We also have a small, spoiled little doggy named Lucy, who's a Boston Terrier. We're always looking for new playgroups. ”

“ Have fun and meet new people! ”

“ I want local Playgroup Meetups because I'm looking forward to help develop my son's social skills by meeting other children to play with as he will be an only child. He was born on 12/15/05. Plus, mom needs to get out too for her own sanity! ”

“ Hello, my name is Genesis. My daughter, Genesis Jr., was born 3 months early. She still in the hospital. It's been a rough transition for my husband and I. We want to meet other preemie families for babysitting, support, etc. for us and maybe you. ”

“ Hi! I was born and raised right here in Contra Costa County. I Just like to meet other people in my area. I am hoping in the near future to start a meetup group for Parents of gifted child(ren) and also one for Christian parents and families. ”

“ Hi, I'm a mom of a 2.5-year-old girl in San Jose. She likes playing with other kids. I'm interested in joining playdates with her. ”

“ I am a new single mother. I want these local Meetups because I would like meet other single parents to exchange ideas and start a local play group. ”

“ because even though running around taking care of two kids is fun its even more fun finding people to share it with......... ”

“ Hello my name is Kiki's agr 2yr living in Hayward and I would love to meet other Boston Terrier in my area so I may play with... ”

“ Hi! I have a fast growing little man who is 16 mo. and he needs places to go and things to do! (And so do I!) ”

“ Hi, I am a new mommy of a 9 month old baby boy that is interested in meeting other mommies around the area. I would like to join your group so my husband and son can meet new friends and I can hang out with Hip Moms :) ”

“ Hi! In May 2007, our precious daughter Naomi was born - 3 whole months ahead of her August due date! Being a Mom to a micro-preemie was a real challenge, but now that Naomi is home & steadily growing, we can't wait to meet other local families! ”

“ We are expecting our first child, due May 11th. I will love to meet new/expecting Moms, be able to network and share experiences as first time Moms. ”

“ Hola! My name is Nubia and my daughter Hailey is 10 mo. Just like her mommy Hailey is a social butterfly. We've lived in Hayward for almost a year and we'd liek to meet people in our area... ”

“ Im a mother of five childrens. I need an outing. Everyday, I work and take care of my childrens. I enjoy my childrens yes. I do need, I want to meet other people, to socialize, help out and just enjoy the time spent interacting with peoples. ”

“ Hi my name is Natalie Ramirez. My husband and I are new parents to our son Lucas who is 6 months old. We both work. My husband full time and I part time. We would love to meet other couples going through the thrills of parenthood. ”

“ I am almost 5 months pregnant and would love to meet other stay at home moms in the area. I live in the berkeley/albany area and my husband works very long hours in Concord. ”

“ Hello..my name is Jackie and I have a 6 month old daughter. I would like to meet other stay at home mothers and their kids. I would be a great opportunity to meet great people. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because we just moved here and would like to meet other moms and babies. ”

“ Hello, my name is Paula, i'm from Costa Rica and have a 3 months old daughter. I'm new to the area and want to meet a new friends to share the experience of parenting. ”

“ I'm new to California and don't know anyone in the area, nor do I have any family here. I'm hoping to meet other moms with children around the same for playdates. Feel free to check out my Cafemom http://www.cafemom.com/home/LuvMybebe ”

“ I am a mother of a four year old boy and am a working professional. I am divorced as well. I am not interested in dating, mostly interested in making good friends for myself and son. ”

“ Hi, We're currently living in the East Bay (also in France sometimes) and we would like to meet other mixed families w/young children. Thanks! ”

“ My name is Michelle. I am almost 4 months pregnant and new to Alameda. I look forward to meeting new and expecting moms in the area. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I believe Napa is in need of more local moms meet up groups, because Napa can be very isolating to people that just moved here. ”

“ I am a SAHM mom of a beautiful 1 Yr old boy looking to meet other mothers for playdates. ”

“ i am 20 soon to be 21 i just had my first baby and i dont know anyone else with children. it would be great to meet people going through the same thing, and later have our children play as well. ”

“ I want local Moms Meetups because I am new to the area and would like to meet other moms/friends i have an 8 month old baby girl(Jade) and have been married for 3 years. ”

“ I want to meet others like me, who I can build fun and lasting friendships with. I am 23 yrs old and I have a 5 month old son. I currently work two jobs, go to school, and live in San Ramon. ”

“ My name is Taniqua. I moved to Antioch 2 years ago and at the time had 2 jobs. I am now 6 months pregnant and am out on disability. All my friends are single and live in Livermore. I want to meet new people and start the "motherhood journey" ”

“ have some kind of depression and anxiety. Hope to get connected with other pregnant / new moms close by. Thanks ”

“ My son RJ and I would like to get out more to meet other parents during the weekdays. ”

“ Hi, I am 35 yr old stay at home mom, my daughter Sophia 7 months. We live in Campbell, looking forward to meet other moms and babies. ”

“ I gave birth to a beautiful little boy, Liam, four months ago and I would love to rebuild some of the pre-baby social life I once knew! We're both looking forward to making some new friends in SF (even if Liam doesn't know it yet)! ”

“ Hi. Our family will be moving to Napa shortly from Chicago with our 2 girls- Leah, 3, and Abby 10 months. We are looking for other kids in the area to meet and play with! Any advice or play groups? Looking forward to meeting new friends- Janis ”

“ Am a stay at home mom (3 teens) I enjoy natural healing and balanced living. I'm studying Zen, crystal/aroma therapy and yoga. I would love to start a group but didn't realize there's a fee...ah well, maybe after the holidays. ”

“ My interest are a little different from my friends sometimes so I'm looking for a group of people to have a good time with occasionally ”

“ Hi! I'm Angie, mom to Leif, 7 months. I'm a Canadian (from Montreal) who's just moved to Mountain View and need to meet other moms!! I'm perishing for daytime friends! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i care ”

“ My name is Adelle, 21yrs old. I have one son, Giovanni, who is 14 months old. We would love to get out of the house and meet new people. ”

“ Hi! I was a class V whitewater kayaker. In the past two years...being pregnant and now with an infant I have only been out once on a class two river.......I would love to take it easy and paddle some fun class 3 with play spot if possible. ”