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Events in February 2021

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January 31, 2021
February 1, 2021(1 event)

10:00 am: Latch and Learn: Return to Work while Breastfeeding


February 1, 2021

Return to Work and Breastfeeding is a workshop for parents who are currently breastfeeding and planning a return to work or school in the coming months. Families will have the opportunity to learn about working with your body to continue your breastfeeding journey with and around your work schedule as well as tips and strategies for those families who are wanting to wean their baby.  This workshop will be offered Virtually over Zoom. Advance registration for each session is required here.

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February 2, 2021(1 event)

10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Nighttime Breastfeeding


February 2, 2021

Parent Breastfeeding Baby in the Dark

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 and Thursdays 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

Offered Virtually

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February 3, 2021(1 event)

7:00 pm: Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class


February 3, 2021

Pregnant Person looking at Phone

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 online 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 counselors 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 goals!

**Registration is Required ** please click here to be redirected to the registration page

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February 4, 2021(1 event)

10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Coping with Crying


February 4, 2021

Parents calming a crying baby

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 and Thursdays 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

Offered Virtually

More information

February 5, 2021
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February 9, 2021(1 event)

10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Person to Parent


February 9, 2021

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

More information

February 10, 2021
February 11, 2021(1 event)

10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Latching isn't Easy


February 11, 2021

Parent Breastfeeding Newborn

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 Tuesdays and Thursdays 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.

 

Offered Virtually

More information

February 12, 2021
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February 15, 2021
February 16, 2021(1 event)

10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: It's all about Milk Supply


February 16, 2021

Parent breastfeeding Baby

It'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 virtual group meet-up on Tuesdays and Thursdays 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.

Offered Virtually

More information

February 17, 2021(1 event)

7:00 pm: Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class


February 17, 2021

Pregnant Person looking at Phone

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 online 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 counselors 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 goals!

**Registration is Required ** please click here to be redirected to the registration page

Offered Virtually

More information

February 18, 2021(1 event)

10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Nighttime Breastfeeding


February 18, 2021

Parent Breastfeeding Baby in the Dark

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 and Thursdays 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

Offered Virtually

More information

February 19, 2021
February 20, 2021
February 21, 2021
February 22, 2021
February 23, 2021(1 event)

10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Coping with Crying


February 23, 2021

Parents calming a crying baby

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 and Thursdays 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

Offered Virtually

More information

February 24, 2021
February 25, 2021(1 event)

10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Person to Parent


February 25, 2021

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

More information

February 26, 2021
February 27, 2021
February 28, 2021
March 1, 2021
March 2, 2021(1 event)

10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Latching isn't Easy


March 2, 2021

Parent Breastfeeding Newborn

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 Tuesdays and Thursdays 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.

 

Offered Virtually

More information

March 3, 2021(1 event)

7:00 pm: Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class


March 3, 2021

Pregnant Person looking at Phone

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 online 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 counselors 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 goals!

**Registration is Required ** please click here to be redirected to the registration page

Offered Virtually

More information

March 4, 2021(2 events)

10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: It's all about Milk Supply


March 4, 2021

Parent breastfeeding Baby

It'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 virtual group meet-up on Tuesdays and Thursdays 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.

Offered Virtually

More information

1:00 pm: Beyond the Basics: Breastfeeding, Babies and the Dinner Table


March 4, 2021

Baby reaching for food at the table

Breastfeeding, Babies and the Dinner Table
Is your little one close to 6 months of age? Are family members wanting to feed your baby solids? Introducing solids to your baby is a very exciting parenting milestone.  Learn why breastfeeding is still the most important food your baby receives, current recommendations on solids introduction and parent tested tips on your new family dinner table!

Register HERE

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March 5, 2021
March 6, 2021

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