Events
September 2021
28
Tue
6:00 pm
Early Pregnancy Class (Moved to 9/23/21)
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT
This class is specially designed for couples who just 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: We are hoping to resume in person classes in September. If the visitor restrictions in…
Cost Free
Free
28
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 $7.00
$7.00
29
Wed
5:30 pm
Fall Prevention and Balance
ECHN Community Education Room
2600 Tamarack Avenue South Windsor, CT
Physical Therapist Priscilla Kowal, MPT will discuss the risk factors for falls, techniques that can help improve balance as we age and how to reduce the risk for falls in order to prevent future injuries. She will also explain balance assessments and how physical therapy can help. This community program will be taking place in person.
Cost Free
Free
29
Wed
6:00 pm
Breastfeeding for the Pregnant Couple (Originally Scheduled for 9/22/21)
Virtual Event
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Due to COVID-19 and continued visitor restrictions in the hospital this class will be held virtually via zoom. 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…
Cost $35.00
$35.00
29
Wed
6:00 pm
Postpartum & Baby Care Classes (Moved to 9/22/21)
Manchester Memorial Hospital
71 Haynes Street Manchester, CT
NOTE: THIS SERIES HAS CHANGE TO 9/22/21 & 10/6/21. PLEASE SEE CALENDAR FOR NEW DATE TO REGISTER. This is a two week series: Wednesdays 9/29/21 & 10/6/21 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 instruction will ease you through the first days…
Cost Free
Free
29
Wed
6:00 pm
Prenatal Yoga (Virtual)- Drop In Class
Virtual Event
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Sign Up to Learn the Benefits of Prenatal Yoga: --Improved Sleep --Reduced Stress --Increased Strength, Flexibility & Endurance --Decreased Lower Back Pain --Decreased Nausea --Decreased Carpal Tunnel Syndrome --Decreased Headaches --Reduced Risk of Preterm Labor Imagine embarking on a journey so powerful during your pregnancy it would create an abundance of energy within and channel all of your beautiful energy to this new life growing inside you. This journey can be taken anytime, anywhere, and is an ideal activity for…
Cost $8.00
$8.00
30
Thu
10:00 am
Concerned about your blood sugar and how it might be affecting your overall wellness?
Virtual Event
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Join a trained Lifestyle Coach for a discussion on how to incorporate healthy lifestyle changes to help prevent or delay the onset of diabetes and other chronic conditions. Discover what FREE resources are available to you to lose weight, be more physically active and manage stress with the help of a lifestyle coach. Please note, this program will be offered virtually. Registration is required.
Cost Free
Free
30
Thu
6:00 pm
Prepared Childbirth Education – The Six Week Series
Virtual Event
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Class runs every Thursday from September 30 - November 4 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, Advanced Comfort Skills for Labor, Family Birthing Center Tour and much more*. We recommend you complete classes approximately 2 - 6 weeks before your due date.…
Cost $145.00
$145.00
30
Thu
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 $7.00
$7.00
30
Thu
6:00 pm
Prenatal Exercise Monthly Pass – October (Fit for Delivery and Prenatal Yoga)
Virtual Event
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Enjoy All the Benefits of Exercise During Pregnancy with this unlimited monthly pass! Fit For Delivery classes run every Tuesday & Thursday from 6 - 6:45pm and Prenatal Yoga classes are offered every Wednesday from 6-7 pm and Saturday from 9-10 am Join between weeks 12 & 28 for maximum program benefit. Classes taught by Certified Instructors Prior to class you will receive a Zoom invitation and additional details about the classes Fee is $65.00 per month Call Perinatal Education…