“ Hi I have two kids. My first was born in a hospital and the second at home. ”

“ I have one son who's 2 1/2, born with midwives in a hospital. I'm pregnant with #2 and want to learn about home birth. ”

“ Hi. I'm pregnant with my first child and planning a homebirth. I am interested in hearing everyone's experiences. ”

“ Hi, I just had my son, Jonas, December 17, 2005. I am home taking care of him for now and would like to connect with other parents. ”

“ Hi, I am a young photojournalist interested in the idea and reasons behind people choosing homebirths. Please let me know if there is any interest among members to do a story on homebirth and getting some exposure. All the best. ”

“ I'm excited about this group and what it's working to accomplish. ”

“ I am planning a homebirth in may 09! ”

“ Hi. My name is Elaine. Two of my three children were homebirthed. My daughter is now 22 years old & expecting her first in November...planned home birth!! She lives in the cities, but I don't. I'm joining to keep up on the homebirth news in the area ”

“ Hi, my name is Britta and I will be a new nursing grad in a couple short weeks. I would love the opportunity to shadow a midwife or volunteer with one in any way this summer. I appreciate any suggestions! ”

“ I own a pediatric chiropractic office in West St. Paul. I would like to add homebirthing resources for the expecting moms. Options and support are a great source of information. ”

“ I've been through Doula training and spent a year apprenticing as a Midwife in Florida. I'm looking to connect with the birthing community here in my home town, and to bring the awareness of alternate birth options to women. ”

“ Hi! I'm Lindsey - mom to Chloe 02/28/08. Interests include: art in various forms (painting, drawing, etc), reading (non-fic & fiction alike), playing piano, being a SAHM, shopping, and learning new things! ”

“ I am a 29 year old mommy to Lucy. She is the light of my life. We parent differently from anyone in my life.....so i really am looking forward to meeting some people who support the same choices we are making!! ”