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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Understanding Birth Self-Paced eClass – Online/Anytime
Understanding Birth Self-Paced eClass – Online/Anytime
Here's the solution for parents who want the information, but can't fit the classes into their schedules or for moms on bed rest. These self-paced online classes will cover all the vital components of labor and birth right from your home computer. Once you log on, you will have 30 days to complete the class. ...
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New Mothers’ Group
New Mothers’ Group
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 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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Early Pregnancy Class
Early Pregnancy Class
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 Exercise, Relieving...
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New Mothers’ Group
New Mothers’ Group
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 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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Postpartum & Baby Care Classes
Postpartum & Baby Care Classes
THIS CLASS IS NOW FULL - email bcrayton@echn.org to place your name on the waiting list or call 860-647-4790. The next class begins Wednesday May 8. This is a two week series: Wednesdays 4/10/24 & 4/17/24 from 6:00 - 8:30 pm For expectant parents who wish that babies came with an owner’s manual, this class...
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Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Class runs every Thursday from April 11 - May 16 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, Advanced...
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New Mothers’ Group
New Mothers’ Group
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 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 Childbirth Refresher – Advanced Comfort Skills for Labor
Canceled Childbirth Refresher – Advanced Comfort Skills for Labor
This Class has been cancelled due to low enrollment. Please see next class scheduled for July 9 or consider a Just Labor and Birth Weekend option. This is an interactive class specifically designed for couples who have had a baby before or have taken the Understanding Birth eClass. The class gives couples a hands-on opportunity...
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Just for You! Sibling Class
Just for You! Sibling Class
This class was originally scheduled for April 13. 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...
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New Mothers’ Group
New Mothers’ Group
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 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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Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
This class is now full. Call 860-647-4790 to place your name on the waiting list and/or seek other options: Just Labor and Birth starting May 31. Class meets Friday 4/26/24 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 4/27/24 from 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Designed for expectant parents with tight schedules. This two-session series of...
Prepared Childbirth Education – Weekend & Wednesdays
Prepared Childbirth Education – Weekend & Wednesdays
This class is now full. Call 860-647-4790 to place your name on the waiting list and/or seek other options: Weekend & Wednesdays starting May 31. Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth Friday 4/26/24 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 4/27/24 from 10:00 - 3:30 pm. Designed for...
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Understanding Birth Self-Paced eClass – Online/Anytime
Understanding Birth Self-Paced eClass – Online/Anytime
Here's the solution for parents who want the information, but can't fit the classes into their schedules or for moms on bed rest. These self-paced online classes will cover all the vital components of labor and birth right from your home computer. Once you log on, you will have 30 days to complete the class. ...
New Mothers’ Group
New Mothers’ Group
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 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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