Events

Welcome to our Events Page!

Throughout the year, we offer 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!

January 2026

13
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. Time: 10 - 11 am The group is usually facilitated by an FBC...

Cost Free
Free
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13
Tue
6:00 PM

Cancelled – Lactancia para Parejas Embarazadas en Español

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

Lactancia para la Pareja Embarazada Esta clase explica los benecificios de ammantar, las técnicas y posiciones, como expressar la leche materna y almacanamiento, maneras de prevenir problemas comunes, giando las primeras semanas en casa y mucho mas. Pardes y personas de apoyo son alentadas a attender. Enseñado por nuestras consultoras de lactancia. Se incluye un libro...

Cost $35.00
$35.00
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14
Wed
6:00 PM

Breastfeeding for the Pregnant Couple

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 $35.00
$35.00
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16
Fri
6:00 PM

Vaginal Birth After Cesarean & Childbirth Refresher – Advanced Comfort Skills for Labor

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

This is an interactive class specifically designed for couples who have had a baby before or have taken the Understanding Birth Class. Perfect for VBAC couples too! The class gives couples a hands-on opportunity to get more in-depth information on comfort & coping skills for labor. In this class participants will practice labor coping skills...

Cost $40.00
$40.00
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17
Sat
9:00 AM

Family Birthing Center Tour – 2 people

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

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 7 couples (1 ticket = 2 people). A confirmation with additional information will be sent via email. Plan...

Cost Free
Free
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20
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. Time: 10 - 11 am The group is usually facilitated by an FBC...

Cost Free
Free
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20
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 January 20, 2026 - February 24, 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...

Cost $175.00
$175.00
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21
Wed
6:00 PM

Postpartum & Baby Care Classes

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

This is a two week series: Wednesdays 1/21/26 & 1/28/26 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...

Cost $50.00
$50.00
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26
Mon
6:00 PM

Breastfeeding Beyond

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

Join our International Board-Certified Lactation Consultants as we explore breastfeeding beyond the first six weeks. Ideal for couples planning to exclusively pump, parents returning to work, and those breastfeeding past the first six weeks. Babies welcome! This class explores best practices for pumping and milk storage, paced bottle feeding, and plenty of tips and tricks. Best scheduled for after baby...

Cost $40.00
$40.00
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27
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. Time: 10 - 11 am The group is usually facilitated by an FBC...

Cost Free
Free
»
30
Fri
1:00 PM

~POP UP~ Family Birthing Center Tour – 2 people

Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Details

We are excited to now offer weekday tours! 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.  (1 ticket = 2 people). A confirmation with additional information will be sent via email. Plan to arrive...

Cost Free
Free
»
31
Sat
11:30 AM

New Parents’ 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 PARENTS, please join us for an informal support group on Saturday mornings. Registration is not required - this is a drop-in group. Time: 11:30 am -12:30 pm The group is facilitated by an FBC staff...

Cost Free
Free
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