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!
- Events
- Pregnancy, Childbirth & Postpartum
January 2026
06
Tue
6:00 PM
Early Pregnancy Class
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
This class is specially designed for couples who recently found out they are pregnant (up to 25 weeks) or are hoping to become pregnant in the near future. This class,...
Cost Free
Free
07
Wed
10:00 AM
Massage for Parent and Baby (3 Week Series)
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class meets Wednesday mornings, January 7- 21, 2026 This program provides an opportunity for (1) parent and baby to deepen their bond and develop relaxation skills that will last a...
Cost $50.00
$50.00
08
Thu
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class runs every Thursday from January 8, 2026 - February 12, 2026 This Class covers all the essentials for preparing for the labor and birth of your baby in six...
Cost $175.00
$175.00
09
Fri
6:00 PM
Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class meets Friday 1/9/26 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 1/10/26 from 9:30 am - 3:00 pm Designed for expectant parents with tight schedules. This two-session series of classes...
Cost $125.00
$125.00
13
Tue
10:00 AM
New Mothers’ Group
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
If 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...
Cost Free
Free
13
Tue
6:00 PM
The Bradley Method® Classes for Natural Childbirth
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
This 8-week session runs on Tuesdays January 13, 2026 - March 3, 2026, 6-8:30pm The Bradley Method® teaches natural childbirth and views birth as a natural process. The focus and...
Cost $325.00
$325.00
13
Tue
6:00 PM
Lactancia para Parejas Embarazadas en Español
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Lactancia para la Pareja Embarazada Esta clase explica los benecificios de ammantar, las técnicas y posiciones, como expressar la leche materna y almacanamiento, maneras de prevenir problemas comunes, giando las primeras...
Cost $35.00
$35.00
14
Wed
6:00 PM
Breastfeeding for the Pregnant Couple
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
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....
Cost $35.00
$35.00
14
Wed
6:00 PM
Postpartum & Baby Care Classes
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
This is a two week series: Wednesdays 1/14/26 & 1/21/26 from 6:00 - 8:30 pm For expectant parents who wish that babies came with an owner’s manual, this class covers...
Cost $50.00
$50.00
15
Thu
6:00 PM
Expectant Grandparent Class – Couple (Virtual)
Virtual Event
This class gives expectant grandparents the opportunity to learn how to best support the new family. Talk with other grandparents about your expectations, joys and concerns. Learn what has changed...
Cost $30.00
$30.00
15
Thu
6:00 PM
Expectant Grandparent Class – 1 Person (Virtual)
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
This class gives expectant grandparents the opportunity to learn how to best support the new family. Talk with other grandparents about your expectations, joys and concerns. Learn what has changed...
Cost $20.00
$20.00
17
Sat
8:45 AM
Fit For Delivery Prenatal Fitness Series (Medical Clearance Required)
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
This class will run 4 Saturdays: January 17, 24, 31 and February 7th from 8:45 - 9:45am We are excited to launch a new prenatal exercise class designed for expectant...