Events in February 2023
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Latch & Learn Drop-In: Coping with Crying
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Coping with Crying
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February 1, 2023Coping 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 IN PERSON group meet-up on Wednesday Mornings at 10am as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group.
There is no advance registration required for this program, though you will need to have a FREE KeyON account- you can sign up HERE
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EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre
EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre
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February 3, 2023How Does Learning Happen? Through Play!
Join other children, caring adults and families in play and exploration together!
EarlyON facilitators are available to provide support and information around early learning topics, community resources, programs and referrals in our play based environment.
Breastfeeding Buddy volunteers will be onsite each week to answer Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding questions, and provide resources for families in attendance.
Pre-registration is not required for EarlyON Drop In.
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Latch & Learn Drop-In: Person to Parent
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Person to Parent
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February 6, 2023Person 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 IN PERSON group meet-up on Monday Mornings at 10am as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group.
There is no advance registration required for this program, though you will need to have a FREE KeyON account- you can sign up HERE
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Mother to Mother, co-hosted with CAWA!
Mother to Mother, co-hosted with CAWA!
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February 7, 2023Join us with your little ones at local community centers this winter!
Join CAWA (Canadian Arab Women's Association) and Breastfeeding Buddies, where guest speakers will discuss topics important to new or expecting mothers and provide educational advice with the intention of helping women through their motherhood journey. New or expecting mothers are also connected to one another through this program in order to cultivate a space of social and emotional support.
*Please note, this program is delivered in Arabic
1st Tuesday of Each Month:
Meeting at Forest Heights Community Centre, 1700 Queen's Blvd, Kitchener
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Latch & Learn Drop-In: Person to Parent
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Person to Parent
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February 8, 2023Person 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 IN PERSON group meet-up on Wednesday Mornings, 10am at Oak Creek EarlyON (80 Tartan Ave, Kitchener) as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group.
There is no advance registration required for this program, though you will need to have a FREE KeyON account- you can sign up HERE
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EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre
EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre
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February 10, 2023How Does Learning Happen? Through Play!
Join other children, caring adults and families in play and exploration together!
EarlyON facilitators are available to provide support and information around early learning topics, community resources, programs and referrals in our play based environment.
Breastfeeding Buddy volunteers will be onsite each week to answer Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding questions, and provide resources for families in attendance.
Pre-registration is not required for EarlyON Drop In.
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Latch & Learn Drop-In: Latching Isn't Easy
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Latching Isn't Easy
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February 13, 2023Latching 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 IN PERSON group meet-up at EarlyON Roger St (161 Roger St, Waterloo) Monday Mornings at 10am as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group.
There is no advance registration required for this program, though you will need to have a FREE KeyON account- you can sign up HERE
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Latch & Learn Drop-In: Latching Isn't Easy
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Latching Isn't Easy
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February 15, 2023Latching 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 IN PERSON group meet-up at EarlyON Oak Creek (80 Tartan Ave, Kitchener) Wednesday Mornings at 10am as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group.
There is no advance registration required for this program, though you will need to have a FREE KeyON account- you can sign up HERE
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EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre
EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre
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February 17, 2023How Does Learning Happen? Through Play!
Join other children, caring adults and families in play and exploration together!
EarlyON facilitators are available to provide support and information around early learning topics, community resources, programs and referrals in our play based environment.
Breastfeeding Buddy volunteers will be onsite each week to answer Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding questions, and provide resources for families in attendance.
Pre-registration is not required for EarlyON Drop In.
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Ramadan Bazaar
Ramadan Bazaar
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February 18, 2023Breastfeeding Buddies will have a booth at the Ramadan Bazaar, taking place at Bingemans on Saturday February 18th from 11am-7pm. Join us onsite, and chat with one of our Arabic speaking Volunteers about how our program can help you reach your breastfeeding goals!
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Latch & Learn Drop-In: All about Supply
Latch & Learn Drop-In: All about Supply
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February 22, 2023It'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 IN PERSON group meet-up at EarlyON | Oak Creek (80 Tartan Ave, Kitchener) on Wednesday Mornings at 10am as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group.
There is no advance registration required for this program, though you will need to have a FREE KeyON account- you can sign up HERE
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EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre
EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre
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February 24, 2023How Does Learning Happen? Through Play!
Join other children, caring adults and families in play and exploration together!
EarlyON facilitators are available to provide support and information around early learning topics, community resources, programs and referrals in our play based environment.
Breastfeeding Buddy volunteers will be onsite each week to answer Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding questions, and provide resources for families in attendance.
Pre-registration is not required for EarlyON Drop In.
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Latch & Learn Drop-In: Nighttime Breastfeeding
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Nighttime Breastfeeding
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February 27, 2023My 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 IN PERSON group meet-up on Monday Mornings at 10am as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group.
There is no advance registration required for this program, though you will need to have a FREE KeyON account- you can sign up HERE
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
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