Events in May 2024
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April 28, 2024
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April 29, 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: We ARE Breastfeeding Drop In - Early ON | Roger ( 161 Roger St., Waterloo )10:00 am: We ARE Breastfeeding Drop In - Early ON | Roger ( 161 Roger St., Waterloo ) – 
"YAY! The baby's finally here... now what do we do!?” Come on out to your Local Early ON Centre for a drop in visit. No Registration Necessary........all age of babies and all feed methods are welcome. 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. April 8. we will be at Early ON |Oak Creek (80 Tartan Ave., Kitchener) at 10 am - for more details visit www.EarlyYearsInfo.ca/services or to register visit www.KeyON.ca April 15, we will be at 2 location: Early ON | Roger ( 161 Roger St., Waterloo ) at 10 am - for more details visit www.EarlyYearsInfo.ca/services or to register visit www.KeyON.ca Anishnabeg Outreach | Early ON ( 236 Woodhaven Rd, Kitchener ) at 10 AM. April 22. we will be at Early ON |Oak Creek (80 Tartan Ave., Kitchener) at 10 am - for more details visit www.EarlyYearsInfo.ca/services or to register visit www.KeyON.ca April 29, we will be at 2 locations: Early ON | Roger ( 161 Roger St., Waterloo ) at 10 am - for more details visit www.EarlyYearsInfo.ca/services or to register visit www.KeyON.ca Anishnabeg Outreach | Early ON ( 236 Woodhaven Rd, Kitchener ) at 10 AM.
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April 30, 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn: Learning to Latch + Building Supply10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn: Learning to Latch + Building Supply – 
Learning to Latch + Building Supply!: Learning to latch comfortably, and building a milk supply takes time, practice, and SUPPORT! We can help you improve your latch, and show you new positions to breastfeed in. We will also help you to feel confident that your baby is getting enough milk. Come and learn how to build and protect your milk supply as well as normal feeding patterns. We’re also happy to answer other lactation questions!
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May 4, 2024(1 event)
9:30 am: Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class - Waterloo ( 160 Roger St. )9:30 am: Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class - Waterloo ( 160 Roger St. ) – 
Our in-person workshop will be held at EarlyON | Roger Street, 161 Roger St, Waterloo 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. |
May 5, 2024
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May 7, 2024(1 event)
2:00 pm: Beyond the Basics: Return to Work/Breastfeeding Beyond a Year2:00 pm: Beyond the Basics: Return to Work/Breastfeeding Beyond a Year – 
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. |
May 8, 2024
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May 13, 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: We ARE Breastfeeding Drop In - Early ON | Roger ( 161 Roger St., Waterloo )10:00 am: We ARE Breastfeeding Drop In - Early ON | Roger ( 161 Roger St., Waterloo ) – 
"YAY! The baby's finally here... now what do we do!?” Come on out to your Local Early ON Centre for a drop in visit. No Registration Necessary........all age of babies and all feeding methods are welcome. This is your space to lean into the experience of parenthood, while meeting your personal feeding goals. 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. April 8. we will be at Early ON |Oak Creek (80 Tartan Ave., Kitchener) at 10 am - for more details visit www.EarlyYearsInfo.ca/services or to register visit www.KeyON.car April 15, we will be at 2 locations: Early ON | Roger ( 161 Roger St., Waterloo ) at 10 am - for more details visit www.EarlyYearsInfo.ca/services or to register visit www.KeyON.car Anishnabeg Outreach | Early ON ( 236 Woodhaven Rd, Kitchener ) at 10 AM. April 22. we will be at Early ON |Oak Creek (80 Tartan Ave., Kitchener) at 10 am - for more details visit www.EarlyYearsInfo.ca/services or to register visit www.KeyON.car April 29, we will be at 2 locations: Early ON | Roger ( 161 Roger St., Waterloo ) at 10 am - for more details visit www.EarlyYearsInfo.ca/services or to register visit www.KeyON.car Anishnabeg Outreach | Early ON ( 236 Woodhaven Rd, Kitchener ) at 10 AM.
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May 14, 2024(2 events)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn: Learning to Latch + Building Supply10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn: Learning to Latch + Building Supply –
Learning to Latch + Building Supply!: Learning to latch comfortably, and building a milk supply takes time, practice, and SUPPORT! We can help you improve your latch, and show you new positions to breastfeed in. We will also help you to feel confident that your baby is getting enough milk. Come and learn how to build and protect your milk supply as well as normal feeding patterns. We’re also happy to answer other lactation questions!
6:00 pm: Me Breastfeed on Zoom6:00 pm: Me Breastfeed on Zoom – 
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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May 21, 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn - Coping With Crying and Nighttime Parenting10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn - Coping With Crying and Nighttime Parenting – 
Join a BFB staff in this online discussion and strategy discovery for every stage of nursing your baby. |
May 22, 2024
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May 25, 2024(1 event)
9:30 am: Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class- Kitchener ( 80 Tartan Ave )9:30 am: Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class- Kitchener ( 80 Tartan Ave ) – 
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 9:30 am - 11:30 am **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. |
May 26, 2024
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May 28, 2024(1 event)
10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn: Learning to Latch + Building Supply10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn: Learning to Latch + Building Supply –
Learning to Latch + Building Supply!: Learning to latch comfortably, and building a milk supply takes time, practice, and SUPPORT! We can help you improve your latch, and show you new positions to breastfeed in. We will also help you to feel confident that your baby is getting enough milk. Come and learn how to build and protect your milk supply as well as normal feeding patterns. We’re also happy to answer other lactation questions!
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May 29, 2024
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May 31, 2024
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June 1, 2024(1 event)
9:30 am: Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class - Waterloo ( 160 Roger St. )9:30 am: Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class - Waterloo ( 160 Roger St. ) –
Our in-person workshop will be held at EarlyON | Roger Street, 161 Roger St, Waterloo 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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