K.T.
You should look into joining MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers - prenatal through kindergarden) there are a couple of groups in Bellingham and I dont know about Ferndale but you could probably find out online or call Cornwall church. I attend the group at Cornwall Church out on NW and have really enjoyed getting to know other moms. Another great place to meet people is throught the Bellingham Tech. School's parents and kids together classes. These are classes that you bring your little one to (Birth through age 4, although they might have prenatal classes too). There is time to play and interact w/ your child and then there is time for parent discussion on a variety of parenting and child development topics. I found this was very helpful info. especially after my first child. Hope that helps!
About me: 28yr old mom of 8yr old son, and 3 yr old daughter w/ a foster granddaughter on the way:)