Who said there's no such thing as a free lunch?

After one of my classes I had the suggestion that it might be nice for the moms to have a class just for themselves-like a girls night to talk about some of the things they're experiencing. At first I kind of scoffed at it because I think it's really important for both mom and dad to be in the class and hear what mom will be going through before, during, and after birth. They will remember different things and be able to support each other more effectively. But, the more I thought about it the more I liked the idea. It's fun having friends pregnant at the same time. It's fun to have someone who understands what you are feeling.

My sister-in-law and I were pregnant at the same time. Not only was it fun then but it is fun now that our boys play together.

So I'm trying something new. I'm starting a Healthy Pregnancy class. It's just for expecting moms to talk about, well, having a healthy pregnancy. It will cover nutrition, exercise, pregnancy tests and screenings, as well as emotional health and stress management.

Since it is a new endeavor for me I am offering the class once a month and it will be absolutely free! No kidding.  This way you can get to know me and my teaching style risk free and if you like it you can sign up for my childbirth preparation class. And if you don't, no hard feelings. You still got the class for free and hopefully learned something along the way. As my 5 year old says, "Does that sound like a deal?"

The first class will be Wednesday, June 22. So, please pass this along to anyone you know who is pregnant. To help me get the world out!

The happy ending. My boy was 6 weeks older than hers and they were almost the same size. Now my son gets his hand-me-downs.