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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, taught by our Certified Childbirth Educators, will help you to have the healthiest and safest pregnancy possible. We can answer your questions about nutrition, safe...

Class runs every Thursday virtually via Zoom from March 13 - April 17 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,...

THIS CLASS IS NOW FULL. CALL 860-647-4790 OR EMAIL: ecrayton@echn.org TO PLACE YOUR NAME ON THE WAITING LIST AND/OR SEEK OTHER OPTIONS: WEEKEND & WEDNESDAYS STARTING MARCH 28; ALL WEEKEND SERIES STARTING APRIL 25 OR VIRTUAL SERIES STARTING MARCH 20 OR MAY 7. Class runs every Tuesday from March 18 - April 22, 2025 This...

Class runs every Thursday virtually via Zoom from March 20 - April 24 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,...

A one hour program for children ages 2 - 10 whose parents are expecting another baby. This class helps older children understand their roles as big brothers and big sisters and gets them familiar with The Family Birthing Center. Parents are welcome/encouraged to attend with their little ones free of charge. **Fee for families with...

Class meets Friday 3/28/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 3/29/25 from 9:30 am - 3:00 pm Designed for expectant parents with tight schedules. This two-session series of classes includes all the vital components to prepare you for labor and birth. *Class Fee is per couple: 1 ticket = 1 couple *Class does not...

THIS OPTION IS NOW FULL. PLEASE SEE HYBRID OPTION (NEWLY ADDED TO THE SCHEDULE) STARTING FRIDAY MARCH 28TH Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth Friday 3/28/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 3/29/25 from 9:30 - 3:00 pm. Designed for expectant parents with tight schedules. This two-session...

Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education (In-person) – Just Labor and Birth Friday 3/28/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 3/29/25 from 9:30 - 3:00 pm. Designed for expectant parents with tight schedules. This two-session series of classes includes all the vital components to prepare you for labor and birth. 2. Breastfeeding...

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...

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...

THIS CLASS IS NOW FULL. CALL 860-647-4790 OR EMAIL: ecrayton@echn.org TO PLACE YOUR NAME ON THE WAITING LIST AND/OR SEEK OTHER OPTIONS: WEEKEND & WEDNESDAYS STARTING MARCH 28; ALL WEEKEND SERIES STARTING APRIL 25 OR VIRTUAL SERIES STARTING MARCH 20 OR MAY 7. Class runs every Thursday from April 3 - May 8, 2025 This...

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...