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Stay tuned for Part 2 of our Latch & Learn series: “Latch & Learn… Beyond the Basics”

We want to help you reach #yourbreastfeedinggoals!

If there are any breastfeeding topics that you would love to learn about, reach out to us at bfbuddies@kdchc.org

Keeping "Abreast"

Support for Nursing Moms goes Virtual

Breastfeeding Buddies in Kitchener Helps Reduce Stigma

Breastfeeding Buddies at CMH

Region of Waterloo Breastfeeding Information

Video: Giant inflatable boobs appear all over London to support breastfeeding in public

Breastfeeding Anytime Anywhere event takes place in Listowel

Life-size cut-outs of breastfeeding moms popping up around northern Ontario city

Milky Mama on Facebook

Nursing mum smashes 268-mile race record

‘I donate breast milk to give something back’

Islamic and Cultural Practices in Breastfeeding

Restaurant Campaign

Breastfeed Anytime, Anywhere event takes place in Listowel

3 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Latching isn't Easy November 3, 2020 10:00 am – 11:00 am Offered Virtually 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. Topic Descriptions 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! 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! 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! 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! 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. More information Read more

5 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: It's all about Milk Supply November 5, 2020 10:00 am – 11:00 am Offered Virtually 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. Topic Descriptions 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! 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! 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! 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! 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. More information Read more 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Nighttime Breastfeeding November 5, 2020 10:00 am – 11:00 am Offered Virtually 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 Topic Descriptions 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! 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! 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! 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! 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. More information Read more 1:00 pm: Latch & Learn Series Part II: Beyond the Basics November 5, 2020 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Offered Virtually Join our virtual group meet-up on Thursday afternoons as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group. This series of topics will be focused on topics that are frequently talked about in breastfed babies over 3 months old. To ensure the privacy of participants, advance registration for each session is required here. More information Read more

9 10:00 am: Latch and Learn: Return to Work while Breastfeeding November 9, 2020 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

12 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Coping with Crying November 12, 2020 10:00 am – 11:00 am Offered Virtually 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 Topic Descriptions 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! 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! 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! 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! 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. More information Read more 1:00 pm: Latch & Learn Series Part II: Beyond the Basics November 12, 2020 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Offered Virtually Join our virtual group meet-up on Thursday afternoons as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group. This series of topics will be focused on topics that are frequently talked about in breastfed babies over 3 months old. To ensure the privacy of participants, advance registration for each session is required here. More information Read more

16 10:00 am: Latch and Learn: Return to Work while Breastfeeding November 16, 2020 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

17 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Person to Parent November 17, 2020 10:00 am – 11:00 am Offered Virtually 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 Topic Descriptions 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! 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! 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! 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! 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. More information Read more

26 1:00 pm: Latch & Learn Series Part II: Beyond the Basics November 26, 2020 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Offered Virtually Join our virtual group meet-up on Thursday afternoons as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group. This series of topics will be focused on topics that are frequently talked about in breastfed babies over 3 months old. To ensure the privacy of participants, advance registration for each session is required here. More information Read more