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
November 2025
22
Sat
9:00 AM
Fit For Delivery Prenatal Fitness Series (Medical Clearance Required)
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
This class will run 4 Saturdays: November 22, December 6, December 13 & December 20 from 9:00 - 10:00 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 and Birth Doula. Classes will include a warm up,...
Cost $65.00
$65.00
22
Sat
9:00 AM
Fit For Delivery Prenatal Exercise Class – Drop In (Medical Clearance Required)
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
This class held Saturday November 22 from 9:00 am - 10:00 pm. 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
December 2025
01
Mon
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Virtual Series
Virtual Via Zoom
Class runs every Monday virtually via Zoom from December 1, 2025 - January 5, 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...
Cost $175.00
$175.00
03
Wed
6:00 PM
Postpartum & Baby Care Classes
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
This is a two week series: Wednesdays 12/3/25 & 12/10/25 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 $50.00
$50.00
04
Thu
6:00 PM
Expectant Grandparent Class – Couple (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...
Cost $30.00
$30.00
04
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...
Cost $20.00
$20.00
05
Fri
6:00 PM
Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class meets Friday 12/5/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 12/6/25 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
05
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 12/5/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 12/6/25 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
Sat
9:00 AM
Fit For Delivery Prenatal Exercise Class – Drop In (Medical Clearance Required)
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
This class held Saturday December 6 from 9:00 am - 10:00 pm. 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
12
Fri
6:00 PM
Breastfeeding for the Pregnant Couple
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
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
13
Sat
9:00 AM
Fit For Delivery Prenatal Exercise Class – Drop In (Medical Clearance Required)
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
This class held Saturday December 13 from 9:00 am - 10:00 pm. 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
13
Sat
6:00 PM
Postpartum & Baby Care Classes
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
This 2 session class runs Saturday, 12/13/25 from 9:30 am - 3:00 pm. Morning session is Postpartum Care and Afternoon Session is Baby Care. There will be a 30 minute lunch break from 12:00 - 12:30 pm. Lunch is available to purchase in the cafeteria or bring lunch with you. For expectant parents who wish...