Events in April 2023
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Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Nighttime Breastfeeding
Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Nighttime Breastfeeding
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April 4, 2023
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 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 -
Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Coping with Crying
Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Coping with Crying
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April 11, 2023
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 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 -
EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre
EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre
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April 14, 2023
How 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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Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Person to Parent
Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Person to Parent
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April 18, 2023
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 -
EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre
EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre
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April 21, 2023
How 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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Womb 2 Walking Show
Womb 2 Walking Show
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April 23, 2023
Come visit the Breastfeeding Buddies booth at the Spring Womb to Walking show! Learn about our free programming, local meetups, or learn how to become a Breastfeeding Buddy yourself!
This FREE event was created to provide local resources and products to growing families to aid in their parenting journey.
Whether you are trying to conceive, newly pregnant, about to have your first bundle of joy, adding another child to your family or have a toddler there is something for you.
**This event is free, but advance tickets are required!**
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Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Latching isn't Easy
Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Latching isn't Easy
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April 25, 2023
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 Tuesdaysas 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. -
Beyond the Basics: Under One... Breastfeeding FUN!
Beyond the Basics: Under One... Breastfeeding FUN!
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April 27, 2023
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!!! -
EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre
EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre
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April 28, 2023
How 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.
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
Support for Nursing Moms goes Virtual
Breastfeeding Buddies in Kitchener Helps Reduce Stigma
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
Nursing mum smashes 268-mile race record
‘I donate breast milk to give something back’
