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

27
Sun
12:00 AM

Understanding Birth Self-Paced eClass – Online/Anytime

Virtual Event
Details

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. ...

Cost $95.00
$95.00
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29
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. Location: Manchester Hospital Family Birthing Center Education Room 71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT...

Cost Free
Free
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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

05
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. Location: Manchester Hospital Family Birthing Center Education Room 71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT...

Cost Free
Free
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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
»
12
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. Location: Manchester Hospital Family Birthing Center Education Room 71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT...

Cost Free
Free
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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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14
Thu
5:30 PM

Family Birthing Center In-Person Tour (5:30 pm)

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

In-person Family Birthing Center Tours are available by registration only. Tours are limited to expectant parents (Pregnant parent plus one additional partner only). Absolutely no children or walk ins allowed. Each 30 minute tour is limited to just 6 couples (1 ticket = 1 couple). A confirmation with additional information will be sent via email...

Cost Free
Free
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14
Thu
5:50 PM

Family Birthing Center In-Person Tour (5:50 pm)

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

In-person Family Birthing Center Tours are available by registration only. Tours are limited to expectant parents (Pregnant parent plus one additional partner only). Absolutely no children or walk ins allowed. Each 30 minute tour is limited to just 6 couples (1 ticket = 1 couple). A confirmation with additional information will be sent via email...

Cost Free
Free
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14
Thu
6:10 PM

Family Birthing Center In-Person Tour (6:10 pm) – Full

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

In-person Family Birthing Center Tours are available by registration only. Tours are limited to expectant parents (Pregnant parent plus one additional partner only). Absolutely no children or walk ins allowed. Each 30 minute tour is limited to just 6 couples (1 ticket = 1 couple). A confirmation with additional information will be sent via email...

Cost Free
Free
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