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Events in November 2022

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October 30, 2022
October 31, 2022(2 events)

10:00 am: Latch & Learn Drop-In: All about Supply


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

 

More information

12:00 pm: Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!


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

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November 1, 2022(2 events)

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


November 1, 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 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

12:00 pm: Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!


November 1, 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

More information

November 2, 2022(1 event)

10:00 am: Latch & Learn Drop-In: All about Supply


November 2, 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 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

 

More information

November 3, 2022
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November 7, 2022(2 events)

10:00 am: Latch & Learn Drop-In: Nighttime Breastfeeding


November 7, 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

 

More information

12:00 pm: Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!


November 7, 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

More information

November 8, 2022(2 events)

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


November 8, 2022

Woman sits in the dark, holding baby. Text reads Nighttime Parenting While Breastfeeding, Free virtual workshop

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

More information

12:00 pm: Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!


November 8, 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

More information

November 9, 2022(1 event)

10:00 am: Latch & Learn Drop-In: Nighttime Breastfeeding


November 9, 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

 

More information

November 10, 2022
November 11, 2022(1 event)

Office Closed: Staff Holiday- No Programming Today

Office Closed
November 11, 2022

KDCHC and Breastfeeding Buddies is closed. Emails and phone calls will be returned on the next business day.

November 12, 2022
November 13, 2022
November 14, 2022(2 events)

10:00 am: Latch & Learn Drop-In: Coping with Crying


November 14, 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 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

 

More information

12:00 pm: Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!


November 14, 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

More information

November 15, 2022(2 events)

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


November 15, 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 here

More information

12:00 pm: Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!


November 15, 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

More information

November 16, 2022(1 event)

10:00 am: Latch & Learn Drop-In: Coping with Crying


November 16, 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

 

More information

November 17, 2022
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November 21, 2022(2 events)

10:00 am: Latch & Learn Drop-In: Person to Parent


November 21, 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

 

More information

12:00 pm: Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!


November 21, 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

More information

November 22, 2022(2 events)

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


November 22, 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 here

More information

12:00 pm: Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!


November 22, 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

More information

November 23, 2022(2 events)

10:00 am: Latch & Learn Drop-In: Person to Parent


November 23, 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

 

More information

7:00 pm: Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class


November 23, 2022

Two women, one appears pregnant, looking at a phone screen. Text reads Free Online Workshop Wednesdays 7pm

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 24, 2022
November 25, 2022
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November 27, 2022
November 28, 2022(1 event)

12:00 pm: Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!


November 28, 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

More information

November 29, 2022(4 events)

9:30 am: Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class- Kitchener ( 80 Tartan Ave )


November 29, 2022

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.

More information

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


November 29, 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.

 

More information

12:00 pm: Breastfeeding Buddies Playgroup!


November 29, 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

More information

6:30 pm: Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class- Kitchener ( 80 Tartan Ave )


November 29, 2022

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.

More information

November 30, 2022(1 event)

10:00 am: Latch & Learn Drop-In: Latching Isn't Easy


November 30, 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

 

More information

December 1, 2022
December 2, 2022
December 3, 2022

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