Programs
Week of May 22nd
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May 22, 2022
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May 23, 2022(1 event)
All day: Closed TodayAll day: Closed Today All day |
May 24, 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: Medication & Your Milk7:00 pm: Medication & Your Milk – "But...is it safe?"
Wondering how to find out if a medication or supplement is safe to take while breastfeeding, chestfeeding or pumping? Then be sure to register for the next workshop in our #ExpertSeries - Medication And Your Milk. You'll hear the latest in evidence based information, and have your questions answered during our live Q & A session with a local pharmacist.
**Partners and/or support people are welcome** |
May 25, 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 |
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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.”