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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Meal Planning Workshop
Meal Planning Workshop
Would you like to have a customized nutrition meal plan to guide your daily, healthy eating routine? Join us for a group meal planning workshop, where a Registered Dietitian will guide you in calculating your estimated nutrition needs - calories, carbs, protein, fat and more - and then work those nutrition needs into a daily...
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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 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 to get more in-depth information on comfort & coping skills for labor. In this class participants will practice labor coping skills such as; relaxation, utilizing different...
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Prepared Childbirth Education – Weekend & Wednesdays
Prepared Childbirth Education – Weekend & Wednesdays
THIS SERIES IS NOW FULL. PLEASE SEE THE NEWLY ADDED SERIES STARTING JUNE 28 Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth Friday 7/12/24 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 7/13/24 from 10:00 - 3:30 pm. Designed for expectant parents with tight schedules. This two-session series of classes includes...
Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
This class is now full. Please see newly added class Friday/Saturday June 28 & 29 meets Friday 7/12/24 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 7/13/24 from 10:00 am - 3:30 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...
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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...
Sweet Talk: A Diabetes and Prediabetes Support Group
Sweet Talk: A Diabetes and Prediabetes Support Group
“Sweet Talk” is a support group for people with diabetes and prediabetes. The group meets regularly on the third Tuesday of the month from 12-1 PM at Manchester Memorial Hospital located at 71 Haynes Street, Manchester CT. Please join us and network with other people with diabetes. Feel free to bring a friend or caretaker....
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Class runs every Tuesday from July 16 - August 20 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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Expectant Grandparent Class – 1 person (Virtual)
Expectant Grandparent Class – 1 person (Virtual)
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 and why in regards to birthing practices, baby care, infant feeding and safety. Refresh your baby care skills with some hands on learning too! The...
Newborn Massage For the Pregnant Couple (Virtual via Zoom)
Newborn Massage For the Pregnant Couple (Virtual via Zoom)
Learn about the many benefits of newborn massage as well as infant cues, newborn behavioral states, reflexes and massage techniques you can use with your baby as soon as they are born. Newborn massage is a special way to enhance bonding and communication with your baby. Newborn massage can be beneficial for the physical and...
Expectant Grandparent Class – Couple (Virtual)
Expectant Grandparent Class – Couple (Virtual)
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 and why in regards to birthing practices, baby care, infant feeding and safety. Refresh your baby care skills with some hands on learning too! The...
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Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Virtual Series
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Virtual Series
Class runs every Monday virtually via Zoom from July 22 - August 26 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
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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Joint Effort Program
Joint Effort Program
This program is for individuals scheduled to have total or partial hip or knee replacement surgery and for those thinking about having replacement surgery. ECHN staff will explain, step-by-step, the surgery day procedures, recovery care options, pain management and the rehabilitation process. Individuals who will be assisting a loved one’s recovery after surgery are encouraged...
Breastfeeding for the Pregnant Couple
Breastfeeding for the Pregnant Couple
THIS CLASS IS NOW FULL: PLEASE SEE VIRTUAL OPTION MONDAY AUGUST 12 OR NEXT WEDNESDAY SESSION AUGUST 28 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...
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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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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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Postpartum & Baby Care Classes
Postpartum & Baby Care Classes
THIS CLASS IS NOW FULL. PLEASE EMAIL ecrayton@echn.org OR CALL 860-647-4790 TO PLACE YOUR NAME ON THE WAITING LIST AND/OR REGISTER FOR ANOTHER CLASS (MONDAYS AUGUST 19 & 26 VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM OR IN PERSON WEDNESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 4 & 11) This is a two week series: Wednesdays 7/31/24 & 8/7/24 from 6:00 - 8:30 pm...
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Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Class runs every Thursday from August 1 - September 5 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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Just for You! Sibling Class
Just for You! Sibling Class
It's finally back! 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...
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