Events
October 2022
11
Tue
10:00 am
New Mothers’ Group
ECHN Community Education Room
2600 Tamarack Avenue South Windsor, CT
REGISTRATION IS NO LONGER REQUIRED! PLEASE DROP IN ANY TUESDAY AT 10 am. SEE DETAILS BELOW: 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. Location: ECHN Community Education Room at Evergreen Walk 2600 Tamarack Ave South Windsor, CT 2nd Floor https://www.google.com/search?q=2600+tamarack+ave&rlz=1C1GCEA_enUS790US804&oq=2600+TA%2C&aqs=chrome.1.69i57j0i22i30l9.12993j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Time: 10 - 11 am All participants must wear a mask at all times and…
Cost Free
Free
11
Tue
6:00 pm
Fit For Delivery “Drop In” (via Zoom)
Virtual Event
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Enjoy the Benefits of Exercise During Pregnancy: *improved posture *increased energy level *ease daily stress and tension *increased strength and stamina *less pregnancy related back pain *relief of common pregnancy discomforts *faster postpartum recovery *enhanced self-esteem *emotional support *better sleep Our prenatal exercise program allows you to modify your workout according to your fitness level and trimester of pregnancy. Each class includes low-impact cardio, strength training, stretching and relaxation techniques designed to help women cope more effectively with pregnancy, labor,…
Cost $8.00
$8.00
12
Wed
12:00 pm
Controlling Your Blood Sugar: Working together to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
Virtual Event
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Interested in learning how incorporate healthy lifestyle changes into your daily routine to avoid T2 Diabetes? Join a trained Lifestyle Coach for a discussion on how to incorporate healthy lifestyle changes to help prevent or delay the onset of Type 2 diabetes and other chronic conditions. Discover what FREE resources are available to you to prevent Type 2 diabetes, lose weight, be more physically active and many other things with the help of a lifestyle coach. Wednesday, October 12th 12:00-1:00…
Cost Free
Free
12
Wed
6:00 pm
Expectant Grandparent Class (couple)
Virtual Event
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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. NOTE: THIS CLASS WILL BE HELD VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM. WE WILL RESUME…
Cost $25.00
$25.00
12
Wed
6:00 pm
Expectant Grandparent Class (1 person)
Virtual Event
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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. NOTE: THIS CLASS WILL BE HELD VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM. WE WILL RESUME…
Cost $15.00
$15.00
18
Tue
10:00 am
New Mothers’ Group
ECHN Community Education Room
2600 Tamarack Avenue South Windsor, CT
REGISTRATION IS NO LONGER REQUIRED! PLEASE DROP IN ANY TUESDAY AT 10 am. SEE DETAILS BELOW: 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. Location: ECHN Community Education Room at Evergreen Walk 2600 Tamarack Ave South Windsor, CT 2nd Floor https://www.google.com/search?q=2600+tamarack+ave&rlz=1C1GCEA_enUS790US804&oq=2600+TA%2C&aqs=chrome.1.69i57j0i22i30l9.12993j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Time: 10 - 11 am All participants must wear a mask at all times and…
Cost Free
Free
18
Tue
12:00 pm
Sweet Talk Support Group: Intuitive Eating
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT
Intuitive eating is a ‘non-diet’ approach to a healthier relationship with food. Registered Dietitian Lauren Rosenfeld will discuss what intuitive eating is. She will describe how to identify hunger and fullness cues. Lastly, Lauren will explain how intuitive eating can improve one’s relationship with food. This program will be presented in the ECHN’s Diabetes Wellness Center Classroom at Manchester Memorial Hospital. Sweet Talk is ECHN's Diabetes Support Group that welcomes anyone who has diabetes and would like to make connections…
Cost Free
Free
18
Tue
6:00 pm
Fit For Delivery “Drop In” (via Zoom)
Virtual Event
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Enjoy the Benefits of Exercise During Pregnancy: *improved posture *increased energy level *ease daily stress and tension *increased strength and stamina *less pregnancy related back pain *relief of common pregnancy discomforts *faster postpartum recovery *enhanced self-esteem *emotional support *better sleep Our prenatal exercise program allows you to modify your workout according to your fitness level and trimester of pregnancy. Each class includes low-impact cardio, strength training, stretching and relaxation techniques designed to help women cope more effectively with pregnancy, labor,…
Cost $8.00
$8.00
19
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 Pregnancy Discomforts, Fetal Development, Warning Signs and lots more. NOTE: THIS CLASS WILL BE HELD VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM. WE WILL RESUME IN PERSON CLASSES WHEN…
Cost Free
Free
19
Wed
6:00 pm
October: Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Women’s Center for Wellness
2600 Tamarack Avenue South Windsor, Connecticut
Four million women in the US alone are diagnosed with breast cancer; it is the most common cancer in the world and most common diagnosed in the US. When detected early, breast cancer can be a manageable disease. Internal Medicine Physician, Sana Khan Pathan and Women’s Health Nurse Navigator, Donna Cameron, will discuss the importance of early detection and the various types of breast cancer screenings available. The participant will also learn about ECHN’s Women’s Center and the various support…