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April 2021
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				1 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Person to Parent April 1, 2021 10:00 am – 11:00 am Offered Virtually 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 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 More information Read more 1:00 pm: Beyond the Basics: Breastfeeding in Public/in Virtual Meetings April 1, 2021 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Offered Virtually Covered or not…. Public Breastfeeding Breastfeeding outside of the comfort of your home (or inside the home on a virtual call!) can seem very stressful. Many parents feel nervous, embarrassed, and worried about what others will think! Breastfeeding Buddies have learned strategies to breastfeed with confidence in any situation. Covered or not, join us to discuss tips, your concerns, your rights and ask questions. More information Read more	2	3
4	5	6 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Latching isn't Easy April 6, 2021 10:00 am – 11:00 am Offered Virtually 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. More information Read more	7	8 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: It's all about Milk Supply April 8, 2021 10:00 am – 11:00 am Offered Virtually 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 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. More information Read more 1:00 pm: Beyond the Basics: Breastfeeding Beyond a Year... Why? April 8, 2021 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Offered Virtually Breastfeeding Beyond a Year … Why? “Are you STILL breastfeeding?” “Breastmilk has no benefits after a certain age….” Many parents are given misinformation and face criticism about breastfeeding their children beyond infancy. Join experienced breastfeeding buddies for a conversation about why breastfeeding beyond a year is normal and an important health decision for you and your child! Toddlers welcome! More information Read more	9	10
11	12	13 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Nighttime Breastfeeding April 13, 2021 10:00 am – 11:00 am Offered Virtually 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 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 More information Read more	14 7:00 pm: Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class April 14, 2021 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Offered Virtually 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 online 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 counselors 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 goals! Registration is Required please click here to be redirected to the registration page More information Read more	15 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Coping with Crying April 15, 2021 10:00 am – 11:00 am Offered Virtually 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 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 More information Read more	16	17
18	19	20 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Person to Parent April 20, 2021 10:00 am – 11:00 am Offered Virtually 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 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 More information Read more	21 7:00 pm: Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class April 21, 2021 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Offered Virtually 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 online 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 counselors 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 goals! Registration is Required please click here to be redirected to the registration page More information Read more	22 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Latching isn't Easy April 22, 2021 10:00 am – 11:00 am Offered Virtually 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. More information Read more 1:00 pm: Beyond the Basics: Two become Three April 22, 2021 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Offered Virtually When Two becomes Three… adding a breastfeeding baby to your relationship! Having a baby can bring major changes to your relationship and it may seem like everyone’s role is up for renegotiation. Feelings of being left out, carrying all the responsibility for nourishing your baby and having no time for each other are common; you are not alone. Discover strategies to help you and your partner adjust to new parenthood, breastfeeding, and countless baby photos. Register HERE More information Read more	23	24
25	26 10:00 am: Latch and Learn: Return to Work while Breastfeeding April 26, 2021 10:00 am – 11:30 am Offered Virtually Return to Work and Breastfeeding is a workshop for parents who are currently breastfeeding and planning a return to work or school in the coming months. Families will have the opportunity to learn about working with your body to continue your breastfeeding journey with and around your work schedule as well as tips and strategies for those families who are wanting to wean their baby. This workshop will be offered Virtually over Zoom. Advance registration for each session is required here. More information Read more	27 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: It's all about Milk Supply April 27, 2021 10:00 am – 11:00 am Offered Virtually 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 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. More information Read more	28 7:00 pm: Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class April 28, 2021 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Offered Virtually 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 online 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 counselors 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 goals! Registration is Required please click here to be redirected to the registration page More information Read more	29 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Nighttime Breastfeeding April 29, 2021 10:00 am – 11:00 am Offered Virtually 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 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 More information Read more 1:00 pm: Beyond the Basics: Breastfeeding, Babies and the Dinner Table April 29, 2021 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Offered Virtually Breastfeeding, Babies and the Dinner Table Is your little one close to 6 months of age? Are family members wanting to feed your baby solids? Introducing solids to your baby is a very exciting parenting milestone. Learn why breastfeeding is still the most important food your baby receives, current recommendations on solids introduction and parent tested tips on your new family dinner table! Register HERE More information Read more	30