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Food Is Medicine Series - Session 1: Vitamins and Minerals
2026-04-07 12:00 - 2027-04-07 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual Via Zoom
Join Sarah Khan, MS, RD in the Food is Medicine series to learn how everyday foods can support your health from the inside out. Each week focuses on a different nutrient group and how it fuels your body, supports disease prevention, and fits into a balanced lifestyle.
Session Dates and Topics:
Please register for each session separately. This registration is for Session 1.
Session 1: April 7 – Vitamins & Minerals: Discover how micronutrients power your energy, immunity, and longevity.
Session 2: April 14 – Carbohydrates: Learn about carbs and fiber and understand how to balance carbs.
Session 3: April 21 – Proteins: Learn how much protein you really need and the best sources for strength and satiety.
Session 4: April 28 – Fats: Explore healthy fats, decoding labels, and how to build heart-smart meals.
Each session includes practical tips, meal ideas, and time for Q&A.
Day and Time: Tuesdays, 12:00-1:00 PM
Fee: Free
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Pre-registration is required.

Food Is Medicine Series - Session 2: Carbohydrates
2026-04-14 12:00 - 2027-04-14 13:00 | Virtual Via Zoom
Join Sarah Khan, MS, RD in the Food is Medicine series to learn how everyday foods can support your health from the inside out. Each week focuses on a different nutrient group and how it fuels your body, supports disease prevention, and fits into a balanced lifestyle.
Session Dates and Topics:
Please register for each session separately. This registration is for Session 2.
Session 1: April 7 – Vitamins & Minerals: Discover how micronutrients power your energy, immunity, and longevity.
Session 2: April 14 – Carbohydrates: Learn about carbs and fiber and understand how to balance carbs.
Session 3: April 21 – Proteins: Learn how much protein you really need and the best sources for strength and satiety.
Session 4: April 28 – Fats: Explore healthy fats, decoding labels, and how to build heart-smart meals.
Each session includes practical tips, meal ideas, and time for Q&A.
Day and Time: Tuesdays, 12:00-1:00 PM
Fee: Free
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Pre-registration is required.

Food Is Medicine Series - Session 3: Proteins
2026-04-21 12:00 - 2027-04-21 13:00 | Virtual Via Zoom
Join Sarah Khan, MS, RD in the Food is Medicine series to learn how everyday foods can support your health from the inside out. Each week focuses on a different nutrient group and how it fuels your body, supports disease prevention, and fits into a balanced lifestyle.
Session Dates and Topics:
Please register for each session separately. This registration is for Session 3.
Session 1: April 7 – Vitamins & Minerals: Discover how micronutrients power your energy, immunity, and longevity.
Session 2: April 14 – Carbohydrates: Learn about carbs and fiber and understand how to balance carbs.
Session 3: April 21 – Proteins: Learn how much protein you really need and the best sources for strength and satiety.
Session 4: April 28 – Fats: Explore healthy fats, decoding labels, and how to build heart-smart meals.
Each session includes practical tips, meal ideas, and time for Q&A.
Day and Time: Tuesdays, 12:00-1:00 PM
Fee: Free
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Pre-registration is required.

Food Is Medicine Series - Session 4: Fats
2026-04-28 12:00 - 2027-04-28 13:00 | Virtual Via Zoom
Join Sarah Khan, MS, RD in the Food is Medicine series to learn how everyday foods can support your health from the inside out. Each week focuses on a different nutrient group and how it fuels your body, supports disease prevention, and fits into a balanced lifestyle.
Session Dates and Topics:
Please register for each session separately. This registration is for Session 4.
Session 1: April 7 – Vitamins & Minerals: Discover how micronutrients power your energy, immunity, and longevity.
Session 2: April 14 – Carbohydrates: Learn about carbs and fiber and understand how to balance carbs.
Session 3: April 21 – Proteins: Learn how much protein you really need and the best sources for strength and satiety.
Session 4: April 28 – Fats: Explore healthy fats, decoding labels, and how to build heart-smart meals.
Each session includes practical tips, meal ideas, and time for Q&A.
Day and Time: Tuesdays, 12:00-1:00 PM
Fee: Free
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Pre-registration is required.

Early Pregnancy Class
2026-05-04 18:00 - 20:30 | Manchester Memorial Hospital, 71 Haynes Street, Manchester, CT, 06040, United States
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 Pregnancy Discomforts, Fetal Development, Warning Signs and lots more. This class is only open to 8 couples.
NOTE: You will receive a confirmation email with additional details after registration.
Class registration is per couple. 1 ticket = 1 couple
Please call Perinatal Education 860-647-4790 or email lsembersky@echn.org for more information or if you have any questions.
Financial assistance is available to those who qualify.

New Mothers' Group
2026-05-05 10:00 - 23:00, 2026-05-12 10:00 - 23:00, 2026-05-19 10:00 - 23:00, 2026-05-26 10:00 - 23:00, 2026-06-02 10:00 - 23:00, 2026-06-09 10:00 - 23:00, 2026-06-16 10:00 - 23:00 | Manchester Memorial Hospital, 71 Haynes Street, Manchester, CT, 06040, United States
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 staff member who is also a Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) but all feeding choices are supported.
If you have any questions, please email Perinatal Education Coordinator, Lauren Sembersky: lsembersky@echn.org or call 860-647-4790.
Location: Manchester Hospital Family Birthing Center Education Room
71 Haynes Street
Manchester, CT 06040
*Directions to FBC Lobby: From Main Street in Manchester take Haynes Street toward the hospital. Before you reach the main entrance of the hospital, take the first right onto Guard Street toward the Ambulatory Service Center (ASC). The ASC is the 2nd building on the left. Parking is available in the parking lot at the very end of Guard Street. Enter the hospital through the ASC entrance and check in with security (ID required). Take the stairs or elevator on your left to the first floor (press #1 – it is the 3rd level of the ASC). The lobby is right off the elevator is outside the entrance into the Family Birthing Center.

Massage for Parent and Baby (3 Week Series)
2026-05-06 10:00 - 11:15 | Manchester Memorial Hospital, 71 Haynes Street, Manchester, CT, 06040, United States
Class meets Wednesday mornings, May 6, 13, and 20th 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 to read baby’s cues, meet other parents, get support, gain confidence in parenting and learn about baby’s emerging personality. Massage instruction handouts and oils included.
Best taken when babies are 6 weeks until crawling. Taught by our Certified Infant Massage Instructor.
Please call Perinatal Education 860-647-4790 or email lsembersky@echn.org for more information or if you have any questions.

Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
2026-05-06 18:00 - 20:30 | Manchester Memorial Hospital, 71 Haynes Street, Manchester, CT, 06040, United States
Class runs every Wednesday from May 6, 2026 to June 10, 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 care, and much more. We recommend you complete classes approximately 2 – 6 weeks before your due date. Class is limited to 6 couples.
For your convenience, a tour of the Family Birthing Center will be offered.
*Class Fee is per couple: 1 ticket = 1 couple
After registration, you will receive an email confirmation with additional details.
Please call Perinatal Education 860-647-4790 or email lsembersky@echn.org if you have any questions.

Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
2026-05-11 18:00 - 20:30 | Manchester Memorial Hospital, 71 Haynes Street, Manchester, CT, 06040, United States
Class runs every Monday from May 11, 2026 – June 22, 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 care, and much more. We recommend you complete classes approximately 2 – 6 weeks before your due date. Class is limited to 6 couples.
For your convenience, a tour of the Family Birthing Center will be offered after one of these classes.
*Class Fee is per couple: 1 ticket = 1 couple
After registration, you will receive an email confirmation with additional details.
Please call Perinatal Education 860-647-4790 or email lsembersky@echn.org if you have any questions.
When scheduling, please select class dates that allow you to finish the series by 36 weeks of pregnancy.

The Bradley Method® Classes for Natural Childbirth
2026-05-15 18:00 - 21:00 | John A. DeQuattro Cancer Center, Conference Room A, 100 Haynes Street, Manchester, CT, 06040, United States
This 6-week session runs on Fridays May 15, 29, June 5, 12, 26, July 10.
The Bradley Method® teaches natural childbirth and views birth as a natural process. The focus and belief is that most women with proper education, preparation, and the help of a loving and supportive coach can be taught to give birth naturally. The Bradley Method® is a system of natural labor techniques in which a woman and her coach play an active part. It is a simple method of increasing self-awareness, teaching a woman how to deal with the stress of labor by tuning in to her own body. The Bradley Method® encourages mothers to trust their bodies using natural breathing, relaxation, nutrition, exercise, and education.
For more information: https://www.bradleybirth.com/
This 8-class series is taught by a certified Bradley Method® Instructor with more than 15 years experience.
(Class Fee includes the $25.00 materials and The Bradley Method® registration fee)
*Class Fee is per couple: 1 ticket = 1 couple
After registration, you will receive an email confirmation with additional details.
Please call Perinatal Education 860-647-4790 or email lsembersky@echn.org for more information or if you have any questions.

Bump, Baby & Me Fitness
2026-05-16 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-05-30 09:00 - 10:00 | Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Rooms B & C, 71 Haynes Street, Manchester, CT, 06040, United States
Join us for a gentle exercise class designed for pregnant and newly postpartum parents. Taught by an A.C.E. Certified Group Fitness Instructor and experienced Childbirth Educator and Birth Doula. Classes will include a warmup, low impact cardio workout, circuit and strength training, stretching and relaxation techniques. Individual attention is offered to help participants achieve their goals. Enjoy the added benefit of meeting other moms and receiving parenting support too!
Benefits of exercise during pregnancy and postpartum include:
• Increased strength, stamina and energy
• Less pregnancy-related back pain and improved posture
• Relief of common pregnancy discomforts
• Relief of daily stress and tension
• Faster postpartum recovery
No exercise experience is necessary. Exercises can be modified based on individual needs.
Prenatal patients: Medical clearance is required so ask your Doctor or Midwife to write a note saying it’s OK to exercise and either email it to lsembersky@echn.org or bring it with you to the first class. We are sorry but without a note, you will not be allowed to participate.
Please call Perinatal Education 860-647-4790 or email lsembersky@echn.org for more information or if you have any questions.
You will receive an email with additional information including what to bring, directions and parking information.
Six-week package is $100.00 – Drop-in option is $20 per class

Diabetic Community Resources (Sweet Talk Support Group)
2026-05-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Miller Building, Manchester Memorial Hospital, 75 Haynes Road, Manchester, CT
“Sweet Talk” is a support group for people with diabetes and prediabetes. The group meets regularly on the third Tuesday of the month from 12-1 PM at Manchester Memorial Hospital located at 71 Haynes Street, Manchester CT. Please join us and network with other people with diabetes. Feel free to bring a friend or caretaker. If you have any questions, please call 860-647-6824.
Stay informed and connected! Michelle Puzzo, President of UR Community Cares, will highlight valuable community programs, services, and resources available for people living with diabetes. Learn what’s new and how to access support that makes daily life easier.

Lactancia para Parejas Embarazadas en Español
2026-05-21 18:00 - 20:30 | Manchester Memorial Hospital, 71 Haynes Street, Manchester, CT, 06040, United States
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 de lactancia proporcionado con la clase.

*El costo de la clase es por pareja: 1 Boleto = 1 pareja

Nota: Dentro de una semana después de la inscripción, vas a recibir un confirmación correo electrónico con las fechas y horarios de las clases. Direciónes con information del parqimetro son también se incluyen.

Porfavor llame Educación Prenetal envíe un correo electrónico a lsembersky@echn.org para mas informacion o si tienes preguntas.

Breastfeeding for the Pregnant Couple
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 ticket = 1 couple
Note: Within 1 week of registration, you will receive an email confirmation with dates and times of the classes. Directions with parking information are also included.
Please email Lauren in Perinatal Education at lsembersky@echn.org for more information or if you have any questions.

Family Birthing Center Tour - 2 people
2026-05-23 09:00 - 11:30 | Manchester Memorial Hospital, 71 Haynes Street, Manchester, CT, 06040, United States
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 10 – 15 minutes prior to your tour time to check in with security.
Select only one ticket per couple.
Please call Perinatal Education 860-647-4790 or email lsembersky@echn.org for more information or if you have any questions.
Our unofficial video tour:

Just for You! Sibling Class & Tour
2026-05-23 16:30 - 17:30 | Manchester Memorial Hospital, 71 Haynes Street, Manchester, CT, 06040, United States
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 encouraged to attend with their little ones.
An age appropriate Family Birthing Center Tour is included in this class.
You will receive an email confirmation with further information
Please call Perinatal Education 860-647-4790 or email lsembersky@echn.org for more information or if you have any questions.

Expectant Grandparent Class (Virtual)
2026-05-28 18:00 - 20:30 | Manchester Memorial Hospital, 71 Haynes Street, Manchester, CT, 06040, United States
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 class is taught by an RN Childbirth Educator who is a grandmother herself.
You will receive additional information via email.
Please call Perinatal Education 860-647-4790 or email lsembersky@echn.org for more information of if you have any questions.

Weekend Prepared Childbirth Education
2026-05-29 18:00 - 21:00 | Manchester Memorial Hospital, 71 Haynes Street, Manchester, CT, 06040, United States
Includes the following classes:
1. Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
Class meets Friday 5/29/26 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm and Saturday 5/30/26 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.
2. Breastfeeding for the Pregnant Couple – Friday 6/12/26 from 6:00 – 8:30 pm. 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.
3. Postpartum and Baby Care Classes – Saturday 6/13/26 9:30am – 3:00 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 and postpartum expectations. Hands on instruction will ease you through the first days and nights at home with baby.
Alternate dates: If the dates listed for Breastfeeding, Postpartum and Baby Care are not convenient for your schedule, please reply to the confirmation email and we will look for an alternate date.
After registration, you will receive an email confirmation with additional details.
*Class Fee is per couple: 1 ticket = 1 couple
Please contact Perinatal Education by email lsembersky@echn.org for more information or if you have any questions.
When scheduling, please select class dates that allow you to finish the series by 36 weeks of pregnancy.

Weekend Childbirth Education – Just Labor and Birth
2026-05-29 18:00 - 21:00 | Manchester Memorial Hospital, 71 Haynes Street, Manchester, CT, 06040, United States
Class meets Friday 5/29/26 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm and Saturday 5/30/26 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 include Breastfeeding or Postpartum & Baby Care. See: “Weekend & Wednesdays” to sign up for the complete series including these classes on specific Wednesday evenings: $175.00
After registration, you will receive an email confirmation with additional details.
Please call Perinatal Education 860-647-4790 or email lsembersky@echn.org for more information or if you have any questions.
When scheduling, please select class dates that allow you to finish the series by 36 weeks of pregnancy.

Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
2026-06-11 18:00 - 20:30 | Manchester Memorial Hospital, 71 Haynes Street, Manchester, CT, 06040, United States
Class runs every Thursday from June 11th 2026- July 16th 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 care, and much more. We recommend you complete classes approximately 2 – 6 weeks before your due date. Class size is limited.
For your convenience, a tour of the Family Birthing Center will be offered after one of these classes.
*Class Fee is per couple: 1 ticket = 1 couple
After registration, you will receive an email confirmation with additional details.
Please call Perinatal Education 860-647-4790 or email lsembersky@echn.org if you have any questions.

Breastfeeding for the Pregnant Couple
2026-06-12 18:00 - 20:30 | Manchester Memorial Hospital, 71 Haynes Street, Manchester, CT, 06040, United States
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 ticket = 1 couple
After registration, you will receive an email confirmation with additional details.
Please call Perinatal Education 860-647-4790 or email lsembersky@echn.org if you have any questions.

Postpartum & Baby Care Classes
2026-06-13 09:30 - 15:00 | Manchester Memorial Hospital, 71 Haynes Street, Manchester, CT, 06040, United States
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 instruction will ease you through the first days and nights at home with your baby.
Class fee is per couple: 1 seat = 1 couple
After registration, you will receive an email confirmation with dates and times of the classes. Directions with parking information are also included.
Please call Perinatal Education 860-647-4790 or email lsembersky@echn.org for more information or if you have any questions.

Diabetes Foot Care: Top Ten Tips (Sweet Talk Support Group)
2026-06-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Miller Building, Manchester Memorial Hospital, 75 Haynes Road, Manchester, CT
“Sweet Talk” is a support group for people with diabetes and prediabetes. The group meets regularly on the third Tuesday of the month from 12-1 PM at Manchester Memorial Hospital located at 71 Haynes Street, Manchester CT. Please join us and network with other people with diabetes. Feel free to bring a friend or caretaker. If you have any questions, please call 860-647-6824.
Your feet deserve special attention when living with diabetes. Dr. Eric Thompson, ECHN Podiatrist, will share his top ten tips for keeping your feet healthy, comfortable, and protected. Learn what to watch for and how to prevent common foot complications.

Family Birthing Center Tour - 2 people
2026-06-16 16:30 - 19:00 | Manchester Memorial Hospital, 71 Haynes Street, Manchester, CT, 06040, United States
Please register through Hartford Healthcare for this tour

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