Events
Welcome to ECHN’s Events Page!
Throughout the year, ECHN offers a wide variety of educational programs designed to educate and support all individuals within our community. Please explore our diverse offerings including childbirth and parent education courses, diabetes education, nutrition and wellness classes, free seasonal health education programs, and more.
Join us as we aim to create a healthier, more informed community. Together, we are making healthy happen!
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- Pregnancy, Childbirth & Postpartum
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New Mothers’ Group
New Mothers’ Group
cIf you have a baby six months and younger and want to get out to spend time with other new Moms please join us for an informal support group on Tuesday mornings. Registration is not required - this is a drop-in group. Location: Manchester Hospital Family Birthing Center Education Room 71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT...
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Breastfeeding for the Pregnant Couple
Breastfeeding for the Pregnant Couple
This class explains the advantages of nursing, breastfeeding techniques and positions, breast milk expression and storage, ways to prevent common problems, handling the first few weeks at home and more. Fathers and support persons are encouraged to attend. Taught by our Certified Lactation Consultants. Breastfeeding book provided with class. *Class Fee is per couple: 1...
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New Mothers’ Group
New Mothers’ Group
cIf you have a baby six months and younger and want to get out to spend time with other new Moms please join us for an informal support group on Tuesday mornings. Registration is not required - this is a drop-in group. Location: Manchester Hospital Family Birthing Center Education Room 71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT...
Canceled Childbirth Refresher – Advanced Comfort Skills for Labor
Canceled Childbirth Refresher – Advanced Comfort Skills for Labor
This is an interactive class specifically designed for couples who have had a baby before or have taken the Understanding Birth eClass. Perfect for VBAC couples too! The class gives couples a hands-on opportunity to get more in-depth information on comfort & coping skills for labor. In this class participants will practice labor coping skills...
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Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Virtual Series
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Virtual Series
Class runs every Wednesday virtually via Zoom from May 7 - June 11 This Class covers all the essentials for preparing for the labor and birth of your baby in six weeks. Topics include: stages of labor, relaxation and breathing techniques, comfort measures, positioning for labor, partner's role, analgesia, anesthesia, cesarean birth, postpartum adjustment, breastfeeding,...
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New Mothers’ Group
New Mothers’ Group
cIf you have a baby six months and younger and want to get out to spend time with other new Moms please join us for an informal support group on Tuesday mornings. Registration is not required - this is a drop-in group. Location: Manchester Hospital Family Birthing Center Education Room 71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT...
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Class runs every Tuesday from May 13 - June 17, 2025 This Class covers all the essentials for preparing for the labor and birth of your baby in six weeks. Topics include: stages of labor, relaxation and breathing techniques, comfort measures, positioning for labor, partner's role, analgesia, anesthesia, cesarean birth, postpartum adjustment, breastfeeding, newborn care,...
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New Mothers’ Group
New Mothers’ Group
cIf you have a baby six months and younger and want to get out to spend time with other new Moms please join us for an informal support group on Tuesday mornings. Registration is not required - this is a drop-in group. Location: Manchester Hospital Family Birthing Center Education Room 71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT...
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Canceled Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Canceled Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
THIS SERIES HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Please see alternative series: Weekend & Wednesdays starting May 30 or Six week series Mondays, June 2 - July 7. Class runs every Thursday from May 22 - June 26, 2025 This Class covers all the essentials for preparing for the labor and birth of your baby in six weeks....
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Fit For Delivery Prenatal Fitness Series (Medical Clearance Required)
Fit For Delivery Prenatal Fitness Series (Medical Clearance Required)
This class will run 4 Saturdays: May 24, May 31, June 7 & June 14 from 9:00 - 10:00 am. We are excited to launch a new prenatal exercise class designed for expectant mothers. Taught by an A.C.E. Certified Group Fitness Instructor and experienced Childbirth Educator and Birth Doula. Classes will include a warm up,...
Fit For Delivery Prenatal Exercise Class – Drop In (Medical Clearance Required)
Fit For Delivery Prenatal Exercise Class – Drop In (Medical Clearance Required)
This class held Saturday May 24 from 9:00 am - 10:00 pm. We are excited to launch a new prenatal exercise class designed for expectant mothers. Taught by an A.C.E. Certified Group Fitness Instructor and experienced Childbirth Educator. Classes will include a warm up, pregnancy specific exercises, low impact cardio workout, circuit and strength training,...
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New Mothers’ Group
New Mothers’ Group
cIf you have a baby six months and younger and want to get out to spend time with other new Moms please join us for an informal support group on Tuesday mornings. Registration is not required - this is a drop-in group. Location: Manchester Hospital Family Birthing Center Education Room 71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT...
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Prepared Childbirth Education – Weekend & Wednesdays
Prepared Childbirth Education – Weekend & Wednesdays
This series is now full. Please see next series weekend starting July 11 or weekday series starting July 8; July 17 or July 28. If you would like to place your name on the waitlist, please email bcrayton@echn.org. Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth Friday 5/30/25 from 6:00...
Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
This class is now full. Please see next weekend class starting July 11 or weekday series starting July 8; July 17 or July 28. If you would like to place your name on the waitlist, please email bcrayton@echn.org. Class meets Friday 5/30/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 5/31/25 from 9:30 am - 3:00...
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Fit For Delivery Prenatal Exercise Class – Drop In (Medical Clearance Required)
Fit For Delivery Prenatal Exercise Class – Drop In (Medical Clearance Required)
This class held Saturday May 31 from 9:00 am - 10:00 pm. We are excited to launch a new prenatal exercise class designed for expectant mothers. Taught by an A.C.E. Certified Group Fitness Instructor and experienced Childbirth Educator. Classes will include a warm up, pregnancy specific exercises, low impact cardio workout, circuit and strength training,...