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
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- Manchester Memorial Hospital
Manchester, CT 06040 United States Get Directions
April 2025
09
Wed
6:00 PM
Postpartum & Baby Care Classes
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
This is a two week series: Wednesdays 4/9/25 & 4/16/25 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
14
Mon
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class runs every Monday from April 14 - May 19, 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,...
Cost $175.00
$175.00
23
Wed
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 Exercise, Relieving...
Cost Free
Free
25
Fri
6:00 PM
Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class meets Friday 4/25/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 4/26/25 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
25
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 4/25/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 4/26/25 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
30
Wed
6:00 PM
Canceled Newborn Massage For the Pregnant Couple (In-Person)
Manchester Memorial Hospital
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...
Cost $35.00
$35.00
May 2025
02
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
03
Sat
9:30 AM
Postpartum & Baby Care Classes
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Saturday May 3 9:30 am - 3:00 pm (Lunch break from 12:00 - 12:30) 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 instruction...
Cost $50.00
$50.00
06
Tue
7:00 PM
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 eClass. 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 $35.00
$35.00
13
Tue
6:00 PM
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class runs every Tuesday from May 13 - June 17, 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,...
Cost $175.00
$175.00
21
Wed
10:00 AM
Infant Massage for Mom and Baby (3 Week Series)
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Class meets Wednesdays morning from May 21 - June 4, 2025 This program provides an opportunity for mom 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
30
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 Friday 5/30/25 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and Saturday 5/31/25 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...