Programs
Events in May 2024
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April 28, 2024
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April 29, 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: We ARE Breastfeeding Drop In - Early ON | Roger ( 161 Roger St., Waterloo )10:00 am: We ARE Breastfeeding Drop In - Early ON | Roger ( 161 Roger St., Waterloo ) – 
"YAY! The baby's finally here... now what do we do!?” Come on out to your Local Early ON Centre for a drop in visit. No Registration Necessary........all age of babies and all feed methods are welcome. It's a great way to meet other parents and find the tips, tools, and information you need to reach your family's Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding Goals. April 8. we will be at Early ON |Oak Creek (80 Tartan Ave., Kitchener) at 10 am - for more details visit www.EarlyYearsInfo.ca/services or to register visit www.KeyON.ca April 15, we will be at 2 location: Early ON | Roger ( 161 Roger St., Waterloo ) at 10 am - for more details visit www.EarlyYearsInfo.ca/services or to register visit www.KeyON.ca Anishnabeg Outreach | Early ON ( 236 Woodhaven Rd, Kitchener ) at 10 AM. April 22. we will be at Early ON |Oak Creek (80 Tartan Ave., Kitchener) at 10 am - for more details visit www.EarlyYearsInfo.ca/services or to register visit www.KeyON.ca April 29, we will be at 2 locations: Early ON | Roger ( 161 Roger St., Waterloo ) at 10 am - for more details visit www.EarlyYearsInfo.ca/services or to register visit www.KeyON.ca Anishnabeg Outreach | Early ON ( 236 Woodhaven Rd, Kitchener ) at 10 AM.
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April 30, 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn: Learning to Latch + Building Supply10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn: Learning to Latch + Building Supply – 
Learning to Latch + Building Supply!: Learning to latch comfortably, and building a milk supply takes time, practice, and SUPPORT! We can help you improve your latch, and show you new positions to breastfeed in. We will also help you to feel confident that your baby is getting enough milk. Come and learn how to build and protect your milk supply as well as normal feeding patterns. We’re also happy to answer other lactation questions!
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May 1, 2024
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May 2, 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: Walk, Talk and Stroll - Victoria Park, Kitchener10:00 am: Walk, Talk and Stroll - Victoria Park, Kitchener – 
The Walk, Talk and Stroll that we all love is Back in Action. Meet other Nursing Families, Walk, Talk or Sit and Hang with us. If you would like to attend, and are experiencing any barriers to doing so, please contact bfbuddies@Healthcaringkw.org We can help with transportation, We can have a Buddy ready to meet you or be on text to support you if find these things hard to do ( you know you want to ). Breastfeeding Check ins are available but not a requisite for joining our events. Come one, Come all. See you there. |
May 3, 2024
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May 4, 2024
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May 5, 2024
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May 6, 2024
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May 7, 2024(1 event)
2:00 pm: Beyond the Basics: Return to Work/Breastfeeding Beyond a Year2:00 pm: Beyond the Basics: Return to Work/Breastfeeding Beyond a Year – 
No One: Peanut Gallery: “Are you STILL breastfeeding?” “Breastmilk has no benefits after a certain age….” Many parents are given misinformation and face criticism about breastfeeding their children beyond infancy. Join experienced breastfeeding buddies for a conversation about why breastfeeding beyond a year is normal and an important health decision for you and your child! Toddlers welcome! Families will also have the opportunity to learn about working with your body to continue your breastfeeding journey with and around your work schedule. This workshop will be offered Virtually over Zoom. Advance registration for each session is required here. |
May 8, 2024
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May 9, 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: Walk, Talk and Stroll - Victoria Park, Kitchener10:00 am: Walk, Talk and Stroll - Victoria Park, Kitchener –
The Walk, Talk and Stroll that we all love is Back in Action. Meet other Nursing Families, Walk, Talk or Sit and Hang with us. If you would like to attend, and are experiencing any barriers to doing so, please contact bfbuddies@Healthcaringkw.org We can help with transportation, We can have a Buddy ready to meet you or be on text to support you if find these things hard to do ( you know you want to ). Breastfeeding Check ins are available but not a requisite for joining our events. Come one, Come all. See you there. |
May 10, 2024
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May 11, 2024
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May 12, 2024
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May 13, 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: We ARE Breastfeeding Drop In - Early ON | Roger ( 161 Roger St., Waterloo )10:00 am: We ARE Breastfeeding Drop In - Early ON | Roger ( 161 Roger St., Waterloo ) – 
"YAY! The baby's finally here... now what do we do!?” Come on out to your Local Early ON Centre for a drop in visit. No Registration Necessary........all age of babies and all feeding methods are welcome. This is your space to lean into the experience of parenthood, while meeting your personal feeding goals. It's a great way to meet other parents and find the tips, tools, and information you need to reach your family's Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding Goals. April 8. we will be at Early ON |Oak Creek (80 Tartan Ave., Kitchener) at 10 am - for more details visit www.EarlyYearsInfo.ca/services or to register visit www.KeyON.car April 15, we will be at 2 locations: Early ON | Roger ( 161 Roger St., Waterloo ) at 10 am - for more details visit www.EarlyYearsInfo.ca/services or to register visit www.KeyON.car Anishnabeg Outreach | Early ON ( 236 Woodhaven Rd, Kitchener ) at 10 AM. April 22. we will be at Early ON |Oak Creek (80 Tartan Ave., Kitchener) at 10 am - for more details visit www.EarlyYearsInfo.ca/services or to register visit www.KeyON.car April 29, we will be at 2 locations: Early ON | Roger ( 161 Roger St., Waterloo ) at 10 am - for more details visit www.EarlyYearsInfo.ca/services or to register visit www.KeyON.car Anishnabeg Outreach | Early ON ( 236 Woodhaven Rd, Kitchener ) at 10 AM.
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May 14, 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn: Learning to Latch + Building Supply10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn: Learning to Latch + Building Supply –
Learning to Latch + Building Supply!: Learning to latch comfortably, and building a milk supply takes time, practice, and SUPPORT! We can help you improve your latch, and show you new positions to breastfeed in. We will also help you to feel confident that your baby is getting enough milk. Come and learn how to build and protect your milk supply as well as normal feeding patterns. We’re also happy to answer other lactation questions!
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May 15, 2024
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May 16, 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: Walk, Talk and Stroll - Victoria Park, Kitchener10:00 am: Walk, Talk and Stroll - Victoria Park, Kitchener –
The Walk, Talk and Stroll that we all love is Back in Action. Meet other Nursing Families, Walk, Talk or Sit and Hang with us. If you would like to attend, and are experiencing any barriers to doing so, please contact bfbuddies@Healthcaringkw.org We can help with transportation, We can have a Buddy ready to meet you or be on text to support you if find these things hard to do ( you know you want to ). Breastfeeding Check ins are available but not a requisite for joining our events. Come one, Come all. See you there. |
May 17, 2024
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May 19, 2024
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May 20, 2024
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May 21, 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn - Coping With Crying and Nighttime Parenting10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn - Coping With Crying and Nighttime Parenting – 
Join a BFB staff in this online discussion and strategy discovery for every stage of nursing your baby. |
May 22, 2024
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May 23, 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: Walk, Talk and Stroll - Victoria Park, Kitchener10:00 am: Walk, Talk and Stroll - Victoria Park, Kitchener –
The Walk, Talk and Stroll that we all love is Back in Action. Meet other Nursing Families, Walk, Talk or Sit and Hang with us. If you would like to attend, and are experiencing any barriers to doing so, please contact bfbuddies@Healthcaringkw.org We can help with transportation, We can have a Buddy ready to meet you or be on text to support you if find these things hard to do ( you know you want to ). Breastfeeding Check ins are available but not a requisite for joining our events. Come one, Come all. See you there. |
May 24, 2024
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May 26, 2024
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May 27, 2024
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May 28, 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn: Learning to Latch + Building Supply10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn: Learning to Latch + Building Supply –
Learning to Latch + Building Supply!: Learning to latch comfortably, and building a milk supply takes time, practice, and SUPPORT! We can help you improve your latch, and show you new positions to breastfeed in. We will also help you to feel confident that your baby is getting enough milk. Come and learn how to build and protect your milk supply as well as normal feeding patterns. We’re also happy to answer other lactation questions!
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May 29, 2024
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May 30, 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: Walk, Talk and Stroll - Victoria Park, Kitchener10:00 am: Walk, Talk and Stroll - Victoria Park, Kitchener –
The Walk, Talk and Stroll that we all love is Back in Action. Meet other Nursing Families, Walk, Talk or Sit and Hang with us. If you would like to attend, and are experiencing any barriers to doing so, please contact bfbuddies@Healthcaringkw.org We can help with transportation, We can have a Buddy ready to meet you or be on text to support you if find these things hard to do ( you know you want to ). Breastfeeding Check ins are available but not a requisite for joining our events. Come one, Come all. See you there. |
May 31, 2024
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June 1, 2024
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Become a Buddy
Did you know that the Breastfeeding Buddies program of the Waterloo Region recently received a grant from the Lyle S. Hallman Foundation to expand peer breastfeeding support?
The campaign will mobilize many levels of partnerships to improve hospital-to-community supports and engage with priority populations to increase breastfeeding rates across Waterloo Region.
Stay tuned for updates on “The Building Supportive Breastfeeding Communities Campaign.”
