Events

Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth Class meets Friday 8/7/26 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 8/8/26 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 runs every Tuesday from August 11, 2026 to September 15, 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...

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...

This is a two week series: Wednesdays 8/19/26 & 8/26/26 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...

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...

Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth Friday 9/11/26 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 9/12/26 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...

This 8-week session runs on Tuesdays starting September 15th.  The Bradley Method® teaches natural childbirth and views birth as a natural process. The focus and belief is that most women with proper education, preparation, and the help of a loving and supportive coach can be taught to give birth naturally. The Bradley Method® is a...

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...

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 instruction will ease you through the first days and nights at home with your baby....

Please make deposit prior to your scheduled consultation. Please disregard the date on this event, for billing purposes only. At your scheduled time: Please present to the Ambulatory Services entrance and check in with security. Proceed to the left of the security desk to room 6856.  

Preferred Doulas only Join Manchester Hospital Preferred Doula's new series, Unless I'm at a Birth, for a variety of CEU and educational programs designed for the new and experienced doula. Sunday April 12 1:00pm- Doula and Nurse Roundtable Sunday May 3 at 1:00pm- Doula and Labor Positioning This course is eligible for 1.5 CEUs through...

Financial assistance is available for all perinatal education services for those who qualify. Please see email for specific dates and class information. *Class Fee is per couple: 1 ticket = 1 couple Please call Perinatal Education 860-647-4790 or email lsembersky@echn.org for more information or if you have any questions.