Events

Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth Class meets Friday 5/29/26 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 5/30/26 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 meets Friday 5/29/26 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 5/30/26 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 class option includes pre-recorded versions of our childbirth classes. Resources will be sent via email within a week of purchase. Contact Lauren in Perinatal Services at lsembersky@echn.org with any questions.

Join us for a gentle exercise class designed for pregnant and newly postpartum parents. Taught by an A.C.E. Certified Group Fitness Instructor and experienced Childbirth Educator and Birth Doula. Classes will include a warmup, low impact cardio workout, circuit and strength training, stretching and relaxation techniques. Individual attention is offered to help participants achieve their...

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. Time: 10 - 11 am The group is usually facilitated by an FBC...

Class runs every Monday virtually via Teams from June 8 to July 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,...

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. Time: 10 - 11 am The group is usually facilitated by an FBC...

Class runs every Thursday from June 11th 2026- July 16th 2026. 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,...

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...

For expectant parents who wish that babies came with an owner’s manual, this class covers diapering, bathing, crying, safety and many other details of newborn care plus postpartum self-care and adjustment to make a smoother transition into parenthood. Hands on instruction will ease you through the first days and nights at home with your baby....

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. Time: 10 - 11 am The group is usually facilitated by an FBC...

“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....