News & Calendar

Week of Aug 7th

  • Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Person to Parent

    Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Person to Parent

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    August 9, 2022

    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 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

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  • Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class

    Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class

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    August 10, 2022

    Two women, one appears pregnant, looking at a phone screen. Text reads Free Online Workshop Wednesdays 7pm

    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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  • Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener

    Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener

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    August 11, 2022

    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.

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    Beyond the Basics: Breastfeeding Beyond a Year... Why?

    Beyond the Basics: Breastfeeding Beyond a Year... Why?

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    August 11, 2022

    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!

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We want to help you reach #yourbreastfeedinggoals!

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