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!
- Events
- Organizers
- Lauren Sembersky
September 2025
23
Tue
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Virtual Series
Virtual Via Zoom
Class runs every Tuesday virtually via Zoom from September 23 - October 28 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
24
Wed
10:00 AM
Infant Massage for Mom and Baby (3 Week Series)
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class meets Wednesdays morning from September 24 - October 8, 2025 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....
Cost $50.00
$50.00
25
Thu
6:00 PM
Expectant Grandparent Class – Couple (Virtual)
Virtual Event
Originally scheduled for 9/18. 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...
Cost $30.00
$30.00
25
Thu
6:00 PM
Expectant Grandparent Class – 1 person (Virtual) (Originally scheduled for 9/18)
Virtual Event
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
25
Thu
6:00 PM
Expectant Grandparent Class – 1 person (Virtual)
Virtual Event
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 class...
Cost $20.00
$20.00
October 2025
03
Fri
6:00 PM
Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class meets Friday 10/3/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 10/4/25 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...
Cost $125.00
$125.00
03
Fri
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – The All Weekend Series
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth Friday 10/3/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 10/4/25 from 9:30 - 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. 2. Breastfeeding for...
Cost $175.00
$175.00
06
Mon
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class runs every Monday from October 6 - November 17, 2025 (no session on 10/13) 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...
Cost $175.00
$175.00
11
Sat
8:45 AM
Fit For Delivery Prenatal Fitness Series (Medical Clearance Required)
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
This class will run 4 Saturdays: October 11 & 25, November 1 & 8 from 8:45 - 9:45am 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 and Birth Doula. Classes will include a warm up, pregnancy specific...
Cost $65.00
$65.00
11
Sat
8:45 AM
Fit For Delivery Prenatal Exercise Class – Drop In (Medical Clearance Required)
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
This class held Saturday October 11 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
11
Sat
10:15 AM
Fit After Delivery Postpartum Fitness Series
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
This class will run 4 Saturdays: October 11 & 25, November 1 & 8 from 10:15-11:15am. 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
11
Sat
10:15 AM
Fit After Delivery Postpartum Fitness (Drop In)
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
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...