Events

This 2 session class runs Saturday, 10/18/25 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...

cIf 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. Location: Manchester Hospital Family Birthing Center Education Room 71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT...

Learn about the many benefits of newborn massage as well as infant cues, newborn behavioral states, reflexes and massage techniques you can use with your baby as soon as they are born. Newborn massage is a special way to enhance bonding and communication with your baby. Newborn massage can be beneficial for the physical and...

Class runs every Thursday from October 23 - December 4, 2025 (no session on 11/27) 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...

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 welcome/encouraged to attend with their little ones free of charge. **Fee for families with...

cIf 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. Location: Manchester Hospital Family Birthing Center Education Room 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 Exercise, Relieving...

cIf 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. Location: Manchester Hospital Family Birthing Center Education Room 71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT...

Class runs every Tuesday from November 4 - December 9, 2025 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 care,...

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...

Class meets Friday 11/7/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 11/8/25 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...

Includes the following classes: 1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth Friday 11/7/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 11/8/25 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...