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!

September 2024

10
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 September 10 - October 15 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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23
Mon
6:00 PM

Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

This Class is now full. Please see other options: Weekend and Wednesdays starting Friday, September 20; Six Week series starting Thursday, September 26: Virtual Series starting Tuesday, October 1 Class runs every Monday from September 23 - November 4 (no session 10/14) This Class covers all the essentials for preparing for the labor and birth...

Cost $155.00
$155.00
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26
Thu
6:00 PM

Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

Class runs every Thursday from September 26 - November 7 (no session on 10/31) 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,...

Cost $155.00
$155.00
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October 2024

01
Tue
6:00 PM

Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Virtual Series

Virtual Via Zoom
Details

Class runs every Tuesday virtually via Zoom from October 1 - November 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,...

Cost $155.00
$155.00
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02
Wed
10:00 AM

Infant Massage for Mom and Baby (3 Week Series)

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

Class meets Wednesdays morning from 10/2/24 - 10/16/24 This program provides an opportunity for mom and baby to deepen their bond and develop relaxation skills that will last a lifetime! A variety of hands-on techniques are taught to aid digestion, improve sleep patterns, help soothe fussiness and enhance baby’s growth and development. Moms learn to...

Cost $50.00
$50.00
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02
Wed
6:00 PM

Breastfeeding for the Pregnant Couple

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 $35.00
$35.00
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04
Fri
6:00 PM

Canceled Newborn Massage For the Pregnant Couple (In-Person)

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

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...

Cost $25.00
$25.00
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09
Wed
6:00 PM

Postpartum & Baby Care Classes

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

This is a two week series: Wednesdays 10/9/24 & 10/16/24 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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18
Fri
6:00 PM

Just for You! Sibling Class & Tour

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

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 and big sisters and gets them familiar with The Family Birthing Center. Parents are welcome/encouraged to attend with their little ones free of charge. **Fee...

Cost $15.00
$15.00
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