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Events in November 2023

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October 29, 2023
October 30, 2023(1 event)

9:30 am: ****NEW ***We Are Breastfeeding Six Session Series *** NEW ***


October 30, 2023

"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.

More information

October 31, 2023
November 1, 2023(1 event)

6:30 pm: Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class - 44 Francis St. South, Kitchener ( Community Health Caring KW )


November 1, 2023

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.

More information

November 2, 2023(1 event)

10:00 am: Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener


November 2, 2023

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.

More information

November 3, 2023
November 4, 2023
November 5, 2023
November 6, 2023(1 event)

9:30 am: ****NEW ***We Are Breastfeeding Six Session Series *** NEW ***


November 6, 2023

"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.

More information

November 7, 2023
November 8, 2023(1 event)

6:30 pm: ME Breastfeed - Online Free Prenatal Lactation Workshop


November 8, 2023

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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November 9, 2023(1 event)

10:00 am: Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener


November 9, 2023

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.

More information

November 10, 2023
November 11, 2023
November 12, 2023
November 13, 2023(1 event)

All day: Breastfeeding Buddies is Closed In Observance of National Day of Remembrance

All day
November 13, 2023

November 14, 2023(1 event)

2:00 pm: Beyond the Basics: Return to Work/Breastfeeding Beyond a Year


November 14, 2023

No One: Peanut Gallery: “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!

Families will also have the opportunity to learn about working with your body to continue your breastfeeding journey with and around your work schedule. This workshop will be offered Virtually over Zoom. Advance registration for each session is required here.

More information

November 15, 2023
November 16, 2023(1 event)

10:00 am: Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener


November 16, 2023

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.

More information

November 17, 2023(1 event)

All day: Breastfeeding Buddies Volunteer Training

All day
November 17, 2023

We are recruiting new Breastfeeding Buddy Volunteers.  All you need is six months lived experience in human milk feeding your own child and a desire to support other families with infant feeding.  We will do the rest.

More information

November 18, 2023(1 event)

9:00 am: Breastfeeding Buddies Volunteer Training

All day
November 18, 2023

We are recruiting new Breastfeeding Buddy Volunteers.  All you need is six months lived experience in human milk feeding your own child and a desire to support other families with infant feeding.  We will do the rest.

More information

November 19, 2023
November 20, 2023(1 event)

9:30 am: ****NEW ***We Are Breastfeeding Six Session Series *** NEW ***


November 20, 2023

"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.

More information

November 21, 2023
November 22, 2023(1 event)

6:30 pm: Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class- Cambridge (73 Water St. )


November 22, 2023

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.

More information

November 23, 2023(1 event)

10:00 am: Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener


November 23, 2023

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.

More information

November 24, 2023
November 25, 2023
November 26, 2023
November 27, 2023(1 event)

9:30 am: ****NEW ***We Are Breastfeeding Six Session Series *** NEW ***


November 27, 2023

"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.

More information

November 28, 2023
November 29, 2023(1 event)

6:30 pm: Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class - 44 Francis St. South, Kitchener ( Community Health Caring KW )


November 29, 2023

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.

More information

November 30, 2023(1 event)

10:00 am: Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener


November 30, 2023

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.

More information

December 1, 2023
December 2, 2023

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