Programs
Events in March 2023
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February 26, 2023
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February 27, 2023
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February 28, 2023(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. |
March 1, 2023
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March 2, 2023(1 event)
10:00 am: Babypalooza @ WPL10:00 am: Babypalooza @ WPL – 
Join us (and other community partners) for Babypalooza 2023, hosted at the John M Harper Branch! This event is aimed at caretakers of children under 1 year of age, as well as those expecting new family members! Tickets are free, and you can register here: https://calendar.wpl.ca/event/7522413 |
March 3, 2023(1 event)
9:30 am: EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre9:30 am: EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre – 
How Does Learning Happen? Through Play! Join other children, caring adults and families in play and exploration together! EarlyON facilitators are available to provide support and information around early learning topics, community resources, programs and referrals in our play based environment. Breastfeeding Buddy volunteers will be onsite each week to answer Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding questions, and provide resources for families in attendance. Pre-registration is not required for EarlyON Drop In. |
March 4, 2023
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March 5, 2023
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March 6, 2023
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March 7, 2023(1 event)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Coping with Crying10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Coping with Crying – 
Coping with Crying: Feeling alone with a crying baby can make any parent overwhelmed; especially when breastfeeding isn't "working". Learning to understand your babies crying as a type of communication takes time and patience. Join us (even if your baby is crying) and take a moment for yourself to be around other parents who have been there. Join our virtual group meet-up on Tuesdays as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group. |
March 8, 2023
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March 9, 2023
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March 10, 2023(1 event)
9:30 am: EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre9:30 am: EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre –
How Does Learning Happen? Through Play! Join other children, caring adults and families in play and exploration together! EarlyON facilitators are available to provide support and information around early learning topics, community resources, programs and referrals in our play based environment. Breastfeeding Buddy volunteers will be onsite each week to answer Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding questions, and provide resources for families in attendance. Pre-registration is not required for EarlyON Drop In. |
March 11, 2023
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March 12, 2023
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March 13, 2023
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March 14, 2023(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. |
March 15, 2023
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March 16, 2023
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March 17, 2023(1 event)
9:30 am: EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre9:30 am: EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre –
How Does Learning Happen? Through Play! Join other children, caring adults and families in play and exploration together! EarlyON facilitators are available to provide support and information around early learning topics, community resources, programs and referrals in our play based environment. Breastfeeding Buddy volunteers will be onsite each week to answer Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding questions, and provide resources for families in attendance. Pre-registration is not required for EarlyON Drop In. |
March 18, 2023
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March 19, 2023
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March 20, 2023
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March 21, 2023(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 Tuesdaysas we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group.
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March 22, 2023
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March 23, 2023
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March 24, 2023(1 event)
9:30 am: EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre9:30 am: EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre –
How Does Learning Happen? Through Play! Join other children, caring adults and families in play and exploration together! EarlyON facilitators are available to provide support and information around early learning topics, community resources, programs and referrals in our play based environment. Breastfeeding Buddy volunteers will be onsite each week to answer Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding questions, and provide resources for families in attendance. Pre-registration is not required for EarlyON Drop In. |
March 25, 2023
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March 26, 2023
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March 27, 2023
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March 28, 2023(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 29, 2023
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March 30, 2023
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March 31, 2023(1 event)
9:30 am: EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre9:30 am: EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre –
How Does Learning Happen? Through Play! Join other children, caring adults and families in play and exploration together! EarlyON facilitators are available to provide support and information around early learning topics, community resources, programs and referrals in our play based environment. Breastfeeding Buddy volunteers will be onsite each week to answer Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding questions, and provide resources for families in attendance. Pre-registration is not required for EarlyON Drop In. |
April 1, 2023
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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.”
