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!
January 2026
06
Tue
10:00 AM
New Mothers’ Group
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
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
06
Tue
6:00 PM
Early Pregnancy Class
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
This class is specially designed for couples who recently found out they are pregnant (up to 25 weeks) or are hoping to become pregnant in the near future. This class, taught by our Certified Childbirth Educators, will help you to have the healthiest and safest pregnancy possible. We can answer your questions about Nutrition, Safe...
Cost $20.00
$20.00
07
Wed
10:00 AM
Massage for Parent and Baby (3 Week Series)
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class meets Wednesday mornings, January 7- 21, 2026 This program provides an opportunity for (1) parent 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. Parents learn...
Cost $50.00
$50.00
07
Wed
10:00 AM
Massage for Parent and Baby (3 Week Series)
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class meets Wednesday mornings, March 6, 13, and 20 2026 This program provides an opportunity for (1) parent 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
08
Thu
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class runs every Thursday from January 8, 2026 - February 12, 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
09
Fri
6:00 PM
Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class meets Friday 1/9/26 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 1/10/26 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...
Cost $125.00
$125.00
09
Fri
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – Weekend & Wednesdays
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth Class meets Friday 1/9/26 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 1/10/26 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....
Cost $175.00
$175.00
13
Tue
10:00 AM
New Mothers’ Group
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
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
13
Tue
6:00 PM
Lactancia para Parejas Embarazadas en Español
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
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
14
Wed
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
16
Fri
6:00 PM
Vaginal Birth After Cesarean & Childbirth Refresher – Advanced Comfort Skills for Labor
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
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
17
Sat
9:00 AM
Family Birthing Center Tour – 2 people
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
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...