Events in October 2022
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Latch & Learn Drop-In: Nighttime Breastfeeding
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Nighttime Breastfeeding
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October 3, 2022
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
Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!
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October 3, 2022
Join us with your little ones at local community centers this fall!
Happening twice weekly, our playgroup is an excellent excuse to have some social time with other parents, and get to know other folks in the community. We will also have Breastfeeding Buddies on hand to answer any Breastfeeding, Chestfeeding, or Pumping questions that you might have, and connect you with local and online resources.
MONDAYS: Meeting at Victoria Hills Community Centre, 10 Chopin Dr, Kitchener
TUESDAYS: Meeting at Forest Heights Community Centre, 1700 Queen's Blvd, Kitchener
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Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Nighttime Breastfeeding
Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Nighttime Breastfeeding
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October 4, 2022
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 hereBreastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!
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October 4, 2022
Join us with your little ones at local community centers this fall!
Happening twice weekly, our playgroup is an excellent excuse to have some social time with other parents, and get to know other folks in the community. We will also have Breastfeeding Buddies on hand to answer any Breastfeeding, Chestfeeding, or Pumping questions that you might have, and connect you with local and online resources.
MONDAYS: Meeting at Victoria Hills Community Centre, 10 Chopin Dr, Kitchener
TUESDAYS: Meeting at Forest Heights Community Centre, 1700 Queen's Blvd, Kitchener
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Latch & Learn Drop-In: Nighttime Breastfeeding
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Nighttime Breastfeeding
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October 5, 2022
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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Walk & Talk: LATCH ON CHALLENGE!
Walk & Talk: LATCH ON CHALLENGE!
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October 6, 2022
A very special Walk & Talk will be happening this week in celebration of Canadian Breastfeeding Week!
We will be hosting a "Latch On Challenge", where we gather as many Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding/Pumping Parents as possible, and at 11am, everyone feeds their baby at the same time! If you are not local, you can join us on Instagram Live as we broadcast the event.
We will be meeting at 10am in Victoria Park, near the Playground. At 10:55am, we will go live on our social media channels to celebrate Canadian Breastfeeding Week with those who can't make it in person to the event.
Registration is NOT required for this drop-in style event.
In the case of inclement weather, we will meet in the community room at Kitchener Downtown Community Health Centre instead.
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Staff Holiday- No Programming Today
Staff Holiday- No Programming Today
Office Closed
October 10, 2022KDCHC and Breastfeeding Buddies is closed. Emails and phone calls will be returned on the next business day.
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Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Coping with Crying
Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Coping with Crying
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October 11, 2022
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 hereBreastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!
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October 11, 2022
Join us with your little ones at local community centers this fall!
Happening twice weekly, our playgroup is an excellent excuse to have some social time with other parents, and get to know other folks in the community. We will also have Breastfeeding Buddies on hand to answer any Breastfeeding, Chestfeeding, or Pumping questions that you might have, and connect you with local and online resources.
MONDAYS: Meeting at Victoria Hills Community Centre, 10 Chopin Dr, Kitchener
TUESDAYS: Meeting at Forest Heights Community Centre, 1700 Queen's Blvd, Kitchener
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Latch & Learn Drop-In: Coping with Crying
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Coping with Crying
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October 12, 2022
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
Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal classMe Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class
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October 12, 2022
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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Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener
Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener
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October 13, 2022
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.
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Latch & Learn Drop-In: Person to Parent
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Person to Parent
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October 17, 2022
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
Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!
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October 17, 2022
Join us with your little ones at local community centers this fall!
Happening twice weekly, our playgroup is an excellent excuse to have some social time with other parents, and get to know other folks in the community. We will also have Breastfeeding Buddies on hand to answer any Breastfeeding, Chestfeeding, or Pumping questions that you might have, and connect you with local and online resources.
MONDAYS: Meeting at Victoria Hills Community Centre, 10 Chopin Dr, Kitchener
TUESDAYS: Meeting at Forest Heights Community Centre, 1700 Queen's Blvd, Kitchener
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Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Person to Parent
Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Person to Parent
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October 18, 2022
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 hereBreastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!
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October 18, 2022
Join us with your little ones at local community centers this fall!
Happening twice weekly, our playgroup is an excellent excuse to have some social time with other parents, and get to know other folks in the community. We will also have Breastfeeding Buddies on hand to answer any Breastfeeding, Chestfeeding, or Pumping questions that you might have, and connect you with local and online resources.
MONDAYS: Meeting at Victoria Hills Community Centre, 10 Chopin Dr, Kitchener
TUESDAYS: Meeting at Forest Heights Community Centre, 1700 Queen's Blvd, Kitchener
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Latch & Learn Drop-In: Person to Parent
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Person to Parent
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October 19, 2022
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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Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener
Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener
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October 20, 2022
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.
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Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!
Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!
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October 24, 2022
Join us with your little ones at local community centers this fall!
Happening twice weekly, our playgroup is an excellent excuse to have some social time with other parents, and get to know other folks in the community. We will also have Breastfeeding Buddies on hand to answer any Breastfeeding, Chestfeeding, or Pumping questions that you might have, and connect you with local and online resources.
MONDAYS: Meeting at Victoria Hills Community Centre, 10 Chopin Dr, Kitchener
TUESDAYS: Meeting at Forest Heights Community Centre, 1700 Queen's Blvd, Kitchener
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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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October 25, 2022
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.Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!
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October 25, 2022
Join us with your little ones at local community centers this fall!
Happening twice weekly, our playgroup is an excellent excuse to have some social time with other parents, and get to know other folks in the community. We will also have Breastfeeding Buddies on hand to answer any Breastfeeding, Chestfeeding, or Pumping questions that you might have, and connect you with local and online resources.
MONDAYS: Meeting at Victoria Hills Community Centre, 10 Chopin Dr, Kitchener
TUESDAYS: Meeting at Forest Heights Community Centre, 1700 Queen's Blvd, Kitchener
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Latch & Learn Drop-In: Latching Isn't Easy
Latch & Learn Drop-In: Latching Isn't Easy
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October 26, 2022
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
Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal classMe Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class
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October 26, 2022
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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Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener
Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener
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October 27, 2022
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.
Beyond the Basics: When Two becomes ThreeBeyond the Basics: When Two becomes Three
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October 27, 2022
When Two becomes Three… adding a breastfeeding baby to your relationship!
Having a baby can bring major changes to your relationship and it may seem like everyone’s role is up for renegotiation. Feelings of being left out, carrying all the responsibility for nourishing your baby and having no time for each other are common; you are not alone. Discover strategies to help you and your partner adjust to new parenthood, breastfeeding, and countless baby photos.Register HERE
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Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class- IN PERSON
Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class- IN PERSON
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October 29, 2022We 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.
Our in-person workshops will be held at EarlyON | Roger Street, 161 Roger St, Waterloo from 9:30-11:30am. Please refer to the registration form below for available dates.
**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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Latch & Learn Drop-In: All about Supply
Latch & Learn Drop-In: All about Supply
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October 31, 2022
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 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
Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!
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October 31, 2022
Join us with your little ones at local community centers this fall!
Happening twice weekly, our playgroup is an excellent excuse to have some social time with other parents, and get to know other folks in the community. We will also have Breastfeeding Buddies on hand to answer any Breastfeeding, Chestfeeding, or Pumping questions that you might have, and connect you with local and online resources.
MONDAYS: Meeting at Victoria Hills Community Centre, 10 Chopin Dr, Kitchener
TUESDAYS: Meeting at Forest Heights Community Centre, 1700 Queen's Blvd, Kitchener
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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