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December 2021
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			1 7:00 pm: Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class December 1, 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	2 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: It's all about Milk Supply December 2, 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: Under One... Breastfeeding FUN! December 2, 2021 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Offered Virtually 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!!! More information Read more	3 Office Closed: Staff Holiday- No Programming Today December 3, 2021 Office Closed 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. Read more	4
5	6	7 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Nighttime Breastfeeding December 7, 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	8	9 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Coping with Crying December 9, 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 1:00 pm: Beyond the Basics: Breastfeeding in Public/in Virtual Meetings December 9, 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	10 11:00 am: Craving Connection KITCHENER December 10, 2021 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Victoria Park, Kitchener Happening at 11am Victoria Park in Kitchener Our in-person meetups will be weather permitting. If there is rain/inclement weather in the forecast, please refer to our social media (Facebook/Instagram) pages before heading to the location. Any same-day cancellations will be announced 1hr before the event. After you arrive, sign in, and complete screening, you will be invited to walk "laps" of the park with other parents or Breastfeeding Buddy volunteers. During Breastfeeding Buddies Cravings Connections sessions, Covid-19 restrictions will be observed. 2m distance is required between all participants from separate households, including children/babies. Masks are mandatory during screening, and any time a distance of 2m can not be observed. More information Read more	11
12	13	14 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Person to Parent December 14, 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	15 7:00 pm: Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class December 15, 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	16 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Latching isn't Easy December 16, 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	17 11:00 am: Craving Connection KITCHENER December 17, 2021 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Victoria Park, Kitchener Happening at 11am Victoria Park in Kitchener Our in-person meetups will be weather permitting. If there is rain/inclement weather in the forecast, please refer to our social media (Facebook/Instagram) pages before heading to the location. Any same-day cancellations will be announced 1hr before the event. After you arrive, sign in, and complete screening, you will be invited to walk "laps" of the park with other parents or Breastfeeding Buddy volunteers. During Breastfeeding Buddies Cravings Connections sessions, Covid-19 restrictions will be observed. 2m distance is required between all participants from separate households, including children/babies. Masks are mandatory during screening, and any time a distance of 2m can not be observed. More information Read more	18
19	20	21 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: It's all about Milk Supply December 21, 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	22 Winter Holidays: Programming will Resume January 4, 2022 December 22, 2021 – January 3, 2022 Winter Holidays Breastfeeding Buddies virtual programming will pause for winter holidays between December 22-January 3. If you need Breastfeeding Support, please reach out to bfbuddies@kdchc.org Read more	23 Winter Holidays: Programming will Resume January 4, 2022 December 22, 2021 – January 3, 2022 Winter Holidays Breastfeeding Buddies virtual programming will pause for winter holidays between December 22-January 3. If you need Breastfeeding Support, please reach out to bfbuddies@kdchc.org Read more	24 Winter Holidays: Programming will Resume January 4, 2022 December 22, 2021 – January 3, 2022 Winter Holidays Breastfeeding Buddies virtual programming will pause for winter holidays between December 22-January 3. If you need Breastfeeding Support, please reach out to bfbuddies@kdchc.org Read more	25 Winter Holidays: Programming will Resume January 4, 2022 December 22, 2021 – January 3, 2022 Winter Holidays Breastfeeding Buddies virtual programming will pause for winter holidays between December 22-January 3. If you need Breastfeeding Support, please reach out to bfbuddies@kdchc.org Read more
26 Winter Holidays: Programming will Resume January 4, 2022 December 22, 2021 – January 3, 2022 Winter Holidays Breastfeeding Buddies virtual programming will pause for winter holidays between December 22-January 3. If you need Breastfeeding Support, please reach out to bfbuddies@kdchc.org Read more	27 Winter Holidays: Programming will Resume January 4, 2022 December 22, 2021 – January 3, 2022 Winter Holidays Breastfeeding Buddies virtual programming will pause for winter holidays between December 22-January 3. If you need Breastfeeding Support, please reach out to bfbuddies@kdchc.org Read more	28 Winter Holidays: Programming will Resume January 4, 2022 December 22, 2021 – January 3, 2022 Winter Holidays Breastfeeding Buddies virtual programming will pause for winter holidays between December 22-January 3. If you need Breastfeeding Support, please reach out to bfbuddies@kdchc.org Read more	29 Winter Holidays: Programming will Resume January 4, 2022 December 22, 2021 – January 3, 2022 Winter Holidays Breastfeeding Buddies virtual programming will pause for winter holidays between December 22-January 3. If you need Breastfeeding Support, please reach out to bfbuddies@kdchc.org Read more	30 Winter Holidays: Programming will Resume January 4, 2022 December 22, 2021 – January 3, 2022 Winter Holidays Breastfeeding Buddies virtual programming will pause for winter holidays between December 22-January 3. If you need Breastfeeding Support, please reach out to bfbuddies@kdchc.org Read more	31 Winter Holidays: Programming will Resume January 4, 2022 December 22, 2021 – January 3, 2022 Winter Holidays Breastfeeding Buddies virtual programming will pause for winter holidays between December 22-January 3. If you need Breastfeeding Support, please reach out to bfbuddies@kdchc.org Read more