Events in December 2023
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November 26, 2023
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November 27, 2023(1 event)
9:30 am: ****NEW ***We Are Breastfeeding Six Session Series *** NEW ***9:30 am: ****NEW ***We Are Breastfeeding Six Session Series *** NEW *** – 
"YAY! The baby's finally here... now what do we do!?” Be sure to register for our upcoming FREE "We Are Breastfeeding" series! This In Person series of six workshops will cover common questions & concerns that often come up in the first few weeks with your new baby. It's a great way to meet other parents and find the tips, tools, and information you need to reach your family's Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding Goals. Our first session begins October 16th at the EarlyON | Roger Street (161 Roger Street, Waterloo) - for more details visit www.EarlyYearsInfo.ca/services or to register visit www.KEyON.ca and the EarlyON | Roger Street calendar. |
November 28, 2023(1 event)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn - Coping With Crying and Nighttime Parenting10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn - Coping With Crying and Nighttime Parenting – 
Join a BFB staff in this online discussion and strategy discovery for every stage of nursing your baby. |
November 29, 2023(1 event)
6:30 pm: Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class - 44 Francis St. South, Kitchener ( Community Health Caring KW )6:30 pm: Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class - 44 Francis St. South, Kitchener ( Community Health Caring KW ) – 
Looking Forward to seeing you in person at our ME Breastfeed Workshop. In this two hour class, we will talk about What to Expect In The First Seven Days of Breastfeeding Your Baby, Why Is Breastfeeding Important, Strategies For Nursing Your Baby and Parenting Resources in Waterloo Region. Connect with families that are due around the same time as you and learn about our 'We Are Breastfeeding' six week class for after baby arrives. See a live nursing demonstration and ask all of your questions. |
November 30, 2023(1 event)
10:00 am: Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener10:00 am: Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener – 
Join Breastfeeding Buddies staff And volunteers in Victoria Park, Kitchener. Meet like minded families, take a stroll around Willow Lake or talk to us for a Breastfeeding Check-In. Registration is not required for this event. First time attending Breastfeeding Buddies event? Feeling shy? email bfbuddies@healthcaringkw.org and we will walk with you. |
December 1, 2023
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December 4, 2023(1 event)
9:30 am: ****NEW ***We Are Breastfeeding Six Session Series *** NEW ***9:30 am: ****NEW ***We Are Breastfeeding Six Session Series *** NEW *** –
"YAY! The baby's finally here... now what do we do!?” Be sure to register for our upcoming FREE "We Are Breastfeeding" series! This In Person series of six workshops will cover common questions & concerns that often come up in the first few weeks with your new baby. It's a great way to meet other parents and find the tips, tools, and information you need to reach your family's Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding Goals. Our first session begins October 16th at the EarlyON | Roger Street (161 Roger Street, Waterloo) - for more details visit www.EarlyYearsInfo.ca/services or to register visit www.KEyON.ca and the EarlyON | Roger Street calendar. |
December 5, 2023(1 event)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn: Learning to Latch + Building Supply10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn: Learning to Latch + Building Supply – 
Learning to Latch + Building Supply!: Learning to latch comfortably, and building a milk supply takes time, practice, and SUPPORT! We can help you improve your latch, and show you new positions to breastfeed in. We will also help you to feel confident that your baby is getting enough milk. Come and learn how to build and protect your milk supply as well as normal feeding patterns. We’re also happy to answer other lactation questions!
Our Virtual Latch and Learns are on Hiatus until September. Our next Latch and Learn will be on September 12, 2023. Please call into our office if you need a Breastfeeding Check - In |
December 6, 2023(2 events)
6:30 pm: ME Breastfeed - Online Free Prenatal Lactation Workshop6:30 pm: ME Breastfeed - Online Free Prenatal Lactation Workshop – 
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 6:30 pm: Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class6:30 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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December 11, 2023
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December 12, 2023(2 events)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn - Coping With Crying and Nighttime Parenting10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn - Coping With Crying and Nighttime Parenting –
Join a BFB staff in this online discussion and strategy discovery for every stage of nursing your baby. 2:00 pm: Beyond The Basics - Weaning Join Our Guided Conversation About Why, When and How Weaning Happens2:00 pm: Beyond The Basics - Weaning Join Our Guided Conversation About Why, When and How Weaning Happens – 
Weaning is a big and very important decision for families. Join this guided conversation when your baby is around a year old to talk about the How's and Why's of weaning. Maybe you are completely ready, maybe you are not sure, maybe someone else thinks it is time for you to wean. Talk it out and learn about other how families have experienced weaning. |
December 13, 2023(1 event)
6:30 pm: Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class- In Person at Cambridge Family Early Years6:30 pm: Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class- In Person at Cambridge Family Early Years – 
Looking Forward to seeing you in person at our ME Breastfeed Workshop. In this two hour class, we will talk about What to Expect In The First Seven Days of Breastfeeding Your Baby, Why Is Breastfeeding Important, Strategies For Nursing Your Baby and Parenting Resources in Waterloo Region. Connect with families that are due around the same time as you and learn about our 'We Are Breastfeeding' six week class for after baby arrives. See a live nursing demonstration and ask all of your questions. |
December 14, 2023
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December 19, 2023(1 event)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn: Learning to Latch + Building Supply10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn: Learning to Latch + Building Supply –
Learning to Latch + Building Supply!: Learning to latch comfortably, and building a milk supply takes time, practice, and SUPPORT! We can help you improve your latch, and show you new positions to breastfeed in. We will also help you to feel confident that your baby is getting enough milk. Come and learn how to build and protect your milk supply as well as normal feeding patterns. We’re also happy to answer other lactation questions!
Our Virtual Latch and Learns are on Hiatus until September. Our next Latch and Learn will be on September 12, 2023. Please call into our office if you need a Breastfeeding Check - In |
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December 25, 2023(1 event)
All day: Breastfeeding Buddies is Closed For Christmas And Boxing DayAll day: Breastfeeding Buddies is Closed For Christmas And Boxing Day All day 
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December 26, 2023(1 event)
All day: Breastfeeding Buddies is Closed For Christmas And Boxing DayAll day: Breastfeeding Buddies is Closed For Christmas And Boxing Day All day
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If there are any breastfeeding or chestfeeding topics that you would love to learn about, reach out to us at bfbuddies@kdchc.org
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