Events

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...

The Doula and the Midwife 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. This session will focus on the amazing birth team of the midwife and doula. We will focus on how teamwork, clear communication, and...

Class runs every Monday from March 23rd, 2026 - April 27th, 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 8-week session runs on Tuesdays March 24, 2026 - May 12, 2026, 6-8:30pm 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....

Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth Class meets Friday 3/27/26 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 3/28/26 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 meets Friday 3/27/26 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 3/28/26 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 Fee is per couple: 1 ticket = 1 couple Class does not...

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 4/8/26 & 4/15/26 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...

Class runs every Thursday from April 9nd, 2026 - May 14th, 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...

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 encouraged to attend with their little ones. An age appropriate Family Birthing Center Tour...

A Master Class in Labor Positioning  Join us in this interactive class, designed to help expectant parents learn effective labor positions that encourage comfort, progress, and optimal baby positioning. This focused session empowers you with practical tools and techniques to support a smoother birth experience.  Limited to 8 couples. This class will be held in...

The Doula and the Nurse 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. Join us for this round table discussion between several of Manchester's Preferred Doulas and Family Birthing Center Nurses. We will share perspectives, strengthen...