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!

October 2024

22
Tue
6:00 PM

Breastfeeding for the Pregnant Couple (Virtual)

Virtual Event
Details

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 Consultant or Counselor. Breastfeeding book provided with class. *Class Fee is per...

Cost $35.00
$35.00
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22
Tue
7:00 PM

Childbirth Refresher – Advanced Comfort Skills for Labor

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

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...

Cost $35.00
$35.00
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23
Wed
6:00 PM

Expectant Grandparent Class – Couple (Virtual)

Virtual Event
Details

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...

Cost $30.00
$30.00
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23
Wed
6:00 PM

Expectant Grandparent Class – 1 person (Virtual)

Virtual Event
Details

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...

Cost $20.00
$20.00
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24
Thu
6:00 PM

Postpartum & Baby Care Classes – Newly Added to Schedule

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

This is a two week series: Thursdays 10/24/24 & 11/7/24 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 to parenthood. Hands on...

Cost $45.00
$45.00
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25
Fri
6:00 PM

Prepared Childbirth Education – Weekend & Weekdays

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth Friday 10/25/24 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 10/26/24 from 10:00 - 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 birth. 2. Breastfeeding for...

Cost $155.00
$155.00
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25
Fri
6:00 PM

Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

Class meets Friday 10/25/24 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 10/26/24 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 birth. *Class Fee is per couple: 1 ticket = 1 couple *Class does not...

Cost $100.00
$100.00
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29
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 October 29 - December 3 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...

Cost $155.00
$155.00
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29
Tue
6:00 PM

Postpartum & Baby Care Classes (Virtual)

Virtual Via Zoom
Details

This is a two week series: Tuesdays October 29 & November 5 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 to parenthood....

Cost $35.00
$35.00
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30
Wed
6:00 PM

Canceled Postpartum & Baby Care Classes – (Cancelled please see alternate date 10/24)

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

This is a two week series: Wednesdays 10/30/24 & 11/6/24 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 to parenthood. Hands on...

Cost Free
Free
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November 2024

11
Mon
6:00 PM

Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

Class runs every Monday from November 11 - December 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...

Cost $155.00
$155.00
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13
Wed
6:00 PM

Canceled Breastfeeding for the Pregnant Couple (Cancelled see alternate dates 10/17 or 12/4)

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

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...

Cost Free
Free
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