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 May 1st

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May 1, 2022
May 2, 2022
May 3, 2022(1 event)

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


May 3, 2022

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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May 4, 2022
May 5, 2022(1 event)

10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Nighttime Breastfeeding


May 5, 2022

Woman sits in the dark, holding baby. Text reads Nighttime Parenting While Breastfeeding, Free virtual workshop

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

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May 6, 2022(1 event)

11:00 am: Craving Connection KITCHENER MARKET


May 6, 2022

Blonde Woman with a mask on is pushing a stroller in an indoor space. Text Reads Kitchener Market Fridays 10am to noon. Craving Connection

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

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May 7, 2022

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.”