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!

January 2026

17
Sat
8:45 AM

Fit For Delivery Prenatal Exercise Class – Drop In (Medical Clearance Required)

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
Details

This class held Saturday January 17th 2026 from 8:45 - 9:45 am We are excited to launch a new prenatal exercise class designed for expectant mothers. Taught by an A.C.E. Certified Group Fitness Instructor and experienced Childbirth Educator. Classes will include a warm up, pregnancy specific exercises, low impact cardio workout, circuit and strength training,...

Cost $20.00
$20.00
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17
Sat
10:15 AM

Fit After Delivery Postpartum Fitness Series

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
Details

This class series will run 4 Saturdays: January 17, 24, 31 and February 7th from 10:15-11:15 A postpartum exercise class designed for moms and babies.  Classes include cardio and strength exercises with an emphasis on regaining core strength.  Individual attention is offered to help participants achieve their goals based on their own birth recovery experience. ...

Cost $65.00
$65.00
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17
Sat
10:15 AM

Fit After Delivery Postpartum Fitness (Drop In)

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
Details

A postpartum exercise class designed for moms and babies.  Classes include cardio and strength exercises with an emphasis on regaining core strength.  Individual attention is offered to help participants achieve their goals based on their own birth recovery experience.  Babies from 6 weeks to 6 months are welcome and included in class as appropriate.  Enjoy...

Cost $20.00
$20.00
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19
Mon
6:00 PM

Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Virtual Series

Virtual Via Zoom
Details

Class runs every Monday virtually via Zoom from January 19 - February 23 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,...

Cost $175.00
$175.00
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20
Tue
10:00 AM

New Mothers’ Group

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

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...

Cost Free
Free
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20
Tue
6:00 PM

Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

Class runs every Tuesday from January 20, 2026 - February 24, 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...

Cost $175.00
$175.00
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21
Wed
6:00 PM

Postpartum & Baby Care Classes

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

This is a two week series: Wednesdays 1/21/26 & 1/28/26 from 6:00 - 8:30 pm 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...

Cost $50.00
$50.00
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24
Sat
8:45 AM

Fit For Delivery Prenatal Exercise Class – Drop In (Medical Clearance Required)

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
Details

This class held Saturday January 24 from 8:45 am - 9:45 am. We are excited to launch a new prenatal exercise class designed for expectant mothers. Taught by an A.C.E. Certified Group Fitness Instructor and experienced Childbirth Educator. Classes will include a warm up, pregnancy specific exercises, low impact cardio workout, circuit and strength training,...

Cost $20.00
$20.00
»
24
Sat
10:15 AM

Fit After Delivery Postpartum Fitness (Drop In)

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
Details

A postpartum exercise class designed for moms and babies.  Classes include cardio and strength exercises with an emphasis on regaining core strength.  Individual attention is offered to help participants achieve their goals based on their own birth recovery experience.  Babies from 6 weeks to 6 months are welcome and included in class as appropriate.  Enjoy...

Cost $20.00
$20.00
»
27
Tue
10:00 AM

New Mothers’ Group

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

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...

Cost Free
Free
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31
Sat
8:45 AM

Fit For Delivery Prenatal Exercise Class – Drop In (Medical Clearance Required)

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
Details

This class held Saturday January 31 from 8:45 am - 9:45 am. We are excited to launch a new prenatal exercise class designed for expectant mothers. Taught by an A.C.E. Certified Group Fitness Instructor and experienced Childbirth Educator. Classes will include a warm up, pregnancy specific exercises, low impact cardio workout, circuit and strength training,...

Cost $20.00
$20.00
»
31
Sat
10:00 AM

Positioned for Birth

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
Details

A Master Class in Labor Positioning  Join us in this interactive class, designed to help expectant parents learn effective labor positions that encourage comfort, progress, and optimal baby positioning. This focused session empowers you with practical tools and techniques to support a smoother birth experience.  Limited to 8 couples. This class will be held in...

Cost $80.00
$80.00
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