Programs
Events in April 2022
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March 27, 2022
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March 28, 2022
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March 29, 2022(1 event)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: It's all about Milk Supply10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: It's all about Milk Supply – It's All About Milk Supply: Many parents wonder if their baby is getting enough! Come and learn how to build and protect your milk supply and learn about normal feeding patterns. We're also happy to answer other breastfeeding questions! Join our virtual group meet-up on Tuesdays as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group. |
March 30, 2022
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March 31, 2022(1 event)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Nighttime Breastfeeding10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Nighttime Breastfeeding – My Friend the Moon... Nighttime Breastfeeding: Breastfeeding at night has many hidden benefits for you and your baby. Stay in your PJ’s as we discuss nighttime breastfeeding and tips for getting rest. We are also happy to chat about other breastfeeding topics! Join our virtual group meet-up on Tuesdays as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group. |
April 1, 2022(1 event)
11:00 am: Craving Connection KITCHENER MARKET11:00 am: Craving Connection KITCHENER MARKET – Our in-person meetups have moved indoors for the winter! Join us anytime between 11am-noon in the private room on the upper level. You and your baby can meet other local Parents, ask any breastfeeding questions that you have, and receive support from our staff and volunteers. Outside food is not permitted in the space- Market vendors are open if you wish to purchase a snack/meal onsite to eat during the meet-up. No Registration is required to attend, though capacity limits of the space will be observed. Free street parking is available for up to 2hrs. Underground parking at the Market is $3.30 for up to 2hrs |
April 2, 2022
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April 3, 2022
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April 4, 2022
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April 5, 2022
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April 6, 2022(1 event)
7:00 pm: Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class7:00 pm: Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class – Are you expecting a baby? Do you have breastfeeding questions? Was the last time harder than you expected? Sign up today for this free 2 hour VIRTUAL breastfeeding class. At the Me Breastfeed prenatal workshop you will learn about what to expect the first 7 days after birth, how to overcome breastfeeding challenges and where to go for help and support. This workshop is lead by peer breastfeeding volunteers that have lived breastfeeding experience and are trained by the Breastfeeding Buddies Program of Waterloo Region. We are here to help you meet your breastfeeding, chestfeeding, and pumping goals! **Registration is Required ** please click here to be redirected to the registration page |
April 7, 2022(2 events)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Person to Parent10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Person to Parent – Person to Parent: Adjusting to life with a baby and breastfeeding are HUGE learning curves. We want to support you through this adjustment and answer any breastfeeding questions that you have. Join our virtual group meet-up on Tuesdays as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group. 2:00 pm: Beyond the Basics: Under One... Breastfeeding FUN!2:00 pm: Beyond the Basics: Under One... Breastfeeding FUN! – Under One Breastfeeding Fun! |
April 8, 2022(1 event)
11:00 am: Craving Connection KITCHENER MARKET11:00 am: Craving Connection KITCHENER MARKET – Our in-person meetups have moved indoors for the winter! Join us anytime between 11am-noon in the private room on the upper level. You and your baby can meet other local Parents, ask any breastfeeding questions that you have, and receive support from our staff and volunteers. Outside food is not permitted in the space- Market vendors are open if you wish to purchase a snack/meal onsite to eat during the meet-up. No Registration is required to attend, though capacity limits of the space will be observed. Free street parking is available for up to 2hrs. Underground parking at the Market is $3.30 for up to 2hrs |
April 9, 2022
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April 10, 2022
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April 11, 2022
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April 12, 2022(1 event)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Latching isn't Easy10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Latching isn't Easy – Latching Isn't Easy...Ouch!: Latching and breastfeeding takes practice! We can help you improve your latch, and show you new positions to breastfeed in! Mastered the latch but have other breastfeeding questions? Please join us! Join our virtual group meet-up on Tuesdays and Thursdays as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group.
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April 13, 2022
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April 14, 2022(2 events)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: It's all about Milk Supply10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: It's all about Milk Supply – It's All About Milk Supply: Many parents wonder if their baby is getting enough! Come and learn how to build and protect your milk supply and learn about normal feeding patterns. We're also happy to answer other breastfeeding questions! Join our virtual group meet-up on Tuesdays as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group. 2:00 pm: Beyond the Basics: Breastfeeding in Public/in Virtual Meetings2:00 pm: Beyond the Basics: Breastfeeding in Public/in Virtual Meetings – Covered or not…. Public Breastfeeding |
April 15, 2022(1 event)
All day: Closed TodayAll day: Closed Today All day |
April 16, 2022
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April 17, 2022
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April 18, 2022(1 event)
All day: Closed TodayAll day: Closed Today All day |
April 19, 2022(2 events)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Nighttime Breastfeeding10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Nighttime Breastfeeding – My Friend the Moon... Nighttime Breastfeeding: Breastfeeding at night has many hidden benefits for you and your baby. Stay in your PJ’s as we discuss nighttime breastfeeding and tips for getting rest. We are also happy to chat about other breastfeeding topics! Join our virtual group meet-up on Tuesdays as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group. 7:00 pm: Birth Trauma & Lactation7:00 pm: Birth Trauma & Lactation – Experiencing a difficult birth that leaves you feeling sad, powerless, fearful or unsupported can be a lot to manage on your own - especially when you're trying to learn how to nurse or pump for your newborn.
Sound familiar? Then make sure to register for the next event in our FREE virtual #ExpertSeries when a local RSW will be talking about birth trauma and lactation. She'll be sharing the latest in up to date, evidence based information, and answering your questions during our live Q & A session.
**Partners and/or support people are welcome** |
April 20, 2022(1 event)
7:00 pm: Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class7:00 pm: Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class – Are you expecting a baby? Do you have breastfeeding questions? Was the last time harder than you expected? Sign up today for this free 2 hour VIRTUAL breastfeeding class. At the Me Breastfeed prenatal workshop you will learn about what to expect the first 7 days after birth, how to overcome breastfeeding challenges and where to go for help and support. This workshop is lead by peer breastfeeding volunteers that have lived breastfeeding experience and are trained by the Breastfeeding Buddies Program of Waterloo Region. We are here to help you meet your breastfeeding, chestfeeding, and pumping goals! **Registration is Required ** please click here to be redirected to the registration page |
April 21, 2022
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April 22, 2022(1 event)
11:00 am: Craving Connection KITCHENER MARKET11:00 am: Craving Connection KITCHENER MARKET – Our in-person meetups have moved indoors for the winter! Join us anytime between 11am-noon in the private room on the upper level. You and your baby can meet other local Parents, ask any breastfeeding questions that you have, and receive support from our staff and volunteers. Outside food is not permitted in the space- Market vendors are open if you wish to purchase a snack/meal onsite to eat during the meet-up. No Registration is required to attend, though capacity limits of the space will be observed. Free street parking is available for up to 2hrs. Underground parking at the Market is $3.30 for up to 2hrs |
April 23, 2022
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April 24, 2022
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April 25, 2022
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April 26, 2022(1 event)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Person to Parent10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Person to Parent – Person to Parent: Adjusting to life with a baby and breastfeeding are HUGE learning curves. We want to support you through this adjustment and answer any breastfeeding questions that you have. Join our virtual group meet-up on Tuesdays as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group. |
April 27, 2022
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April 28, 2022(1 event)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Latching isn't Easy10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Latching isn't Easy – Latching Isn't Easy...Ouch!: Latching and breastfeeding takes practice! We can help you improve your latch, and show you new positions to breastfeed in! Mastered the latch but have other breastfeeding questions? Please join us! Join our virtual group meet-up on Tuesdays and Thursdays as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group.
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April 29, 2022(1 event)
11:00 am: Craving Connection KITCHENER MARKET11:00 am: Craving Connection KITCHENER MARKET – Our in-person meetups have moved indoors for the winter! Join us anytime between 11am-noon in the private room on the upper level. You and your baby can meet other local Parents, ask any breastfeeding questions that you have, and receive support from our staff and volunteers. Outside food is not permitted in the space- Market vendors are open if you wish to purchase a snack/meal onsite to eat during the meet-up. No Registration is required to attend, though capacity limits of the space will be observed. Free street parking is available for up to 2hrs. Underground parking at the Market is $3.30 for up to 2hrs |
April 30, 2022
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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.”