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1 Expectant mothers can get ready for baby’s arrival at a Childbirth Preparation & Newborn Care Class, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 30 at the Lehigh Valley Breastfeeding Center, 1517 Pond Road, Allentown.