Events in April 2023
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Elmira Maple Syrup Festival
Elmira Maple Syrup Festival
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April 1, 2023
Join our community for the largest single day Maple Syrup festival in the WORLD!
Breastfeeding Buddy will be on-hand in the family comfort station at St. James church to offer support, as well as chat about all of our free services!
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Latch & Learn Drop-In: Nighttime Breastfeeding
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Nighttime Breastfeeding
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April 3, 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 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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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 -
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Nighttime Breastfeeding
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Nighttime Breastfeeding
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April 5, 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 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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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 -
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Coping with Crying
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Coping with Crying
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April 12, 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 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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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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Latch & Learn Drop-In: Person to Parent
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Person to Parent
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April 17, 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 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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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 -
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Person to Parent
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Person to Parent
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April 19, 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 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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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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Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class- IN PERSON
Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class- IN PERSON
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April 22, 2023
We are happy to announce that in-person workshops have returned! These workshops will have limited capacity, and all attendees must complete the Ministry of Education Screening HERE prior to entering the building.
This in-person workshop will be held at EarlyON | Water Street- 73 Water St N Cambridge from 9:30-11:30am.
**We highly recommend that after you complete registration, you take a moment to sign up for a KEyON account. KEyON is a digital sign in system that provides parents a quick and simple way to sign in at EarlyON Centres. You can register for your FREE KEyON account HERE.
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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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Latch & Learn Drop-In: Latching Isn't Easy
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Latching Isn't Easy
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April 24, 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 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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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. -
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Latching Isn't Easy
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Latching Isn't Easy
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April 26, 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 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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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.
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Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class- IN PERSON
Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class- IN PERSON
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April 29, 2023
We are happy to announce that in-person workshops have returned! These workshops will have limited capacity, and all attendees must complete the Ministry of Education Screening HERE prior to entering the building.
This in-person workshop will be held at EarlyON | Oak Creek- 80 Tartan Ave, Kitchener from 9:30-11:30am.
**We highly recommend that after you complete registration, you take a moment to sign up for a KEyON account. KEyON is a digital sign in system that provides parents a quick and simple way to sign in at EarlyON Centres. You can register for your FREE KEyON account 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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