“ HI, I'm a new mom interested in meeting other moms/families with children of similar age for Jennifer, and me, to forge friendships with. Our daughter is 4 months old. We enjoy outdoor activities and have even camped with our little one!! Ann ”

“ Hi! My name is Rashmi. My husband Vinod and I have a beautiful 21 month old daughter Vibha. We want to get out with our daughter and meet people with kids of her age so, she will have different groups of people to grow up with. ”

“ Hi! My name is Carol and I am a first time mom to daughter Emily who is 4 months old. We're looking forward to meeting other moms and kids in our area. Hope to see some of you very soon! ”

“ Hi I'm Belle and I have a 2yr old Doberman named Zoie who loves to play, hike, swim, and have fun! We belong to the bay area group Dobermans United and have lots of friends who like to play too so let's all get together and have some fun! ”

“ I am a Mom-to-be, interested in outdoor activities, particularly skiing!! I am going to have to be very creative to pull off skiing with a newborn on the way! ”

“ Hi. My husband and I are fans of the great outdoors, and new parents to our three month old son. We look forward to participating. ”

“ Mom (and Dad) of 1 yo DS and 3 yo DD. Our kid-carry backpacks and jogger have gotten good use (though moreso when it was only one kid!). DD loves her climbing harness and she got snowshoes for xmas. DS almost fits her outgrown size 3 hiking shoes! ”

“ We are the proud parent of a very ENERGETIC and HAPPY little girl. We are hoping to meet other cool and fun parents/children to hang out with. ”

“ Terri, It's Bonnie! My husband Kevin and I met you at our Childbirth Express Class at Good Sam! You had mentioned this group and I would like to sign up and hopefully join you guys for a hike sometime with our babies. ”

“ Hi, I'd love to figure out how to get back to hiking and biking with two little ones! ”

“ Hi! Especially with the weather getting nicer, it would be great to get outside and meet other families while getting some much needed excercise! :) ”

“ HI, I would love to see a meetup group for parents with special need kids b/c my son was diagnosed with a chromosome disorder. Would love to get together with other parents for support, tips, advice and/or just lunch. ”

“ Hey there! We have a 4 month old and would love to get out there with other parents and see how it's done! Plus I'm starting to feel like a hermit with all the rain! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am interested in socialing and learning with other moms and moms-to-be! ”

“ I am a working mom with a 21 months old son in south bay. I love outdoor activities, such as hiking and camping. I would like to meet other parents who also enjoy them. ”

“ Hello, My husband and I are first time parents to our 6 month old daughter Sophie. We have been hiking with her many times and look forward to meeting other parents to hike and enjoy the outdoors with. ”

“ Hi! We have an 11 month old son and are looking to meet other new parents in the area who love the outdoors as much as we do. ”

“ I am active mother of 2 young boys. I like to stay active and enjoy the outdoors ”

“ I have a 6 1/2 month old son (Aidan) who I'd love to get familiar with the great outd oors. Born and raised in Wyoming I was fortunate to experience abundant nature including spectacular wildlife that I've missed seeing in California. I believe ki ”

“ Hi, I'm a working mom with a 8-month baby. My husband and I loves outdoor activities. We are interested in joining other parents to explore outdoor ideas with young child. ”

“ 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"! ”

“ I'm a "new" mom for the 3rd time. I have 13 yr old, 8 yr old and 4 month old (all girls). I would love to meet other adults with young children. I would enjoy chatting with folks, playing/enjoying babies/young children and getting out of the house. ”

“ 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. ”

“ Hi, everyone. I live in Oakley with my husband Lee and my fun 3-year-old daughter Ava. I work full-time outside of the home so I will be going to the weekend weekend meet ups. ”

“ hi everyone!!!... i am the proud parent of a wonderful 5 year old boy... he is what life is about.... ”

“ hello My name is Sherri i am a mother of 2 young adults..I am married but we live apart ..My chikdren live with me and ilove every tring minute of it.. I workk many hours so i have very little time to go out and do much. ”

“ I'm Mom to 3 children; 2 still at home (not counting my husband). I'm a nurse and photographer. I live in Oakley and I'm looking forward to meeting more Moms in our area. ”

“ My name is Bobbi and I have been married for 11 years. I am 30 years old and have 2 daughters, 9 1/2 and 7. We live in Discovery Bay... I am looking forward to meeting all of you... ”

“ Hello! My name is Ginamarie. I've been in Brentwood for 3 years and love it! I have been married 18 years to the love of my life!! I have 7 wonderful daughters. I really enjoy my family, scrapbooking, encouraging moms, working out and chocolate ”

“ Hello everyone! I am on my way to being a Mom - only 2 more months until my Twin Girls are born! I am really excited and nervous at the same time. I am looking forward to meeting up with other Moms in the area. ”

“ I love Canasta and would like to find a local group! ”

“ We've moved to the East Bay end of 2008 and our son was born January 2008. I would love to meet some other new moms in the area. I'm always up for a stroll, a coffee, etc. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am looking to network with people like me. ”

“ Hello there! My name is Olga Orzhakhovsky. I represent Arbonne International: unbelievable life-changing company... Arbonne boasts an extremely pure product line made with exceptionally high EUROPEAN STANDARDS of quality. ArbonnOlga@yahoo.com ”

“ I love meeting up with other like minded women and sharing successes and yes, even the setbacks as that's part of life, right? I am an independent demonstator for uppercase living. Check it out, www.uppercaseliving.com ID# 814243 Token: Lucky 7 ”

“ Hey wassup I'm kinda new to the area and I would love to meet new people that enjoys life and justs love having fun & a good time. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I enjoy meeting new people. ”

“ Hey everyone. My name is Heather and I live in Alameda. I am 25 and a mommy of one little girl, Emily who is 20 months. I look forward to meeting everyone. ”

“ I am looking for a Meetup located in the Bay area that are for working mom's of small children (2008 babies). I am a new mom and new to the area looking for people who have the same interest. ”

“ Hello!!! I am excited to meet other parents and married couples in the area that would like to hang out and have a nice time... ”

“ I would love for my children and I to meet new Modesto friends. ”

“ Hello, I am the mother of a 3 year old son. My husband and I work in Stockton and live in the "country." We would love for him to make friends in the Stockton community! ”

“ Hi Raychelle! My name is Jo Ann Kirby and I am a reporter at The Record in Stockton, Ca. I am interested in doing a story on how moms of tots benefit from playgroups and I was wondering if I could interview you about your playgroup and visit your pla ”

“ Hello, My name is Katrina, I am the mother of 2 children, a son 11, and a daughter who is 1. I am a working mother and very involved with my church. I am looking forward to meeting all of you at the first meeting. ”

“ Hallo, My name is Paula and i have a 2yr old.I am so excited to meet other moms and get my son to socialize with the other kids.Thanks Raychelle for setting this up.I look forward to meeting you guys.I live in Lathrop. ”

“ 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! ”

“ Laugher heals and uplifts the spirit! ”

“ My husband and I don't have any friends with small children so I would love to meet other people with children of similar ages so that my daughter can have the opportunity to make friends. ”