There's nothing more important for an expectant mom than preparation, according to Christine Siska, a registered nurse and clinical director for 2A Labor and Delivery/Newborn Nursery at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital.

"Being prepared for pregnancy and childbirth is important to your health and it's important to the health of your baby," she says.

Moore Regional Hospital's Pregnancy Fair is designed to help moms-to-be prepare by providing information about pregnancy, childbirth, baby care and related community services in a fun, informal and relaxed way.

The June 18 program will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Fair Barn at the Harness Track off Highway 5 in Pinehurst. Experts on prenatal care, pediatrics, childbirth, mother-baby care, neonatal services, breastfeeding and other topics will be available to answer questions. More than 40 vendors from throughout the Sandhills will also be present with a variety of giveaways to share.

There is no cost to attend the Pregnancy Fair, and registration is not necessary.

For more information or directions, please call (910) 715-2275 or (800) 213-3284 toll-free. For more information on FirstHealth's birthing centers and Childbirth Education classes, click on "Services" on the FirstHealth Web site: www.firsthealth.org.