The Breastfeeding Buddies are here to help you meet #yourbreastfeedinggoals
Our community based peer support program aims to bridge the gap between hospital, community, and home.

Programs

Week of Nov 28th

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November 28, 2021
November 29, 2021
November 30, 2021(1 event)

10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Latching isn't Easy


November 30, 2021

Parent Breastfeeding Newborn

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.
To ensure the privacy of participants, advance registration for each session is required here.

 

Offered Virtually

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December 1, 2021(1 event)

7:00 pm: Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class


December 1, 2021

Two women, one appears pregnant, looking at a phone screen. Text reads Free Online Workshop Wednesdays 7pm

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

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December 2, 2021(2 events)

10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: It's all about Milk Supply


December 2, 2021

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.
To ensure the privacy of participants, advance registration for each session is required here.

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1:00 pm: Beyond the Basics: Under One... Breastfeeding FUN!


December 2, 2021

Woman breastfeeding a baby who appears around 10 months old. Text reads Under one breastfeeding is fun, free virtual workshop

Under One Breastfeeding Fun!
Is your baby teething? Are they distracted a lot when nursing? Have you gone through a nursing strike? Breastfeeding a busy, growing, moving baby presents new funny breastfeeding moments and unique challenges. Join us in discussing the ups and downs of breastfeeding a baby who is 6 months plus. If your baby is under 6 months, still come and learn about what is to come!!!

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December 3, 2021(2 events)

Office Closed: Staff Holiday- No Programming Today

Office Closed
December 3, 2021

KDCHC and Breastfeeding Buddies is closed on Friday December 3rd for a Staff Holiday. Emails and phone calls will be returned on Monday Decemnber 13th.

Office Closed: Staff Holiday- No Programming Today

Office Closed
December 3, 2021

KDCHC and Breastfeeding Buddies is closed. Emails and phone calls will be returned on the next business day.

December 4, 2021

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.”