9:30 am: ****NEW ***We Are Breastfeeding Six Session Series *** NEW ***
9:30 am – 11:00 am 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.
6:30 pm: Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class - 44 Francis St. South, Kitchener ( Community Health Caring KW )
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm 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.
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.
6:30 pm: ME Breastfeed - Online Free Prenatal Lactation Workshop
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm December 6, 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
2:00 pm: Beyond The Basics - Weaning Join Our Guided Conversation About Why, When and How Weaning Happens
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm December 12, 2023
Weaning is a big and very important decision for families. Join this guided conversation when your baby is around a year old to talk about the How's and Why's of weaning. Maybe you are completely ready, maybe you are not sure, maybe someone else thinks it is time for you to wean. Talk it out and learn about other how families have experienced weaning.
Please note that this session is not aimed at babies who are six months of age or younger. The World Health Organization Recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months and two years of age and beyond with the addition of complementary foods.
6:30 pm: Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class- Cambridge (73 Water St. )
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm December 13, 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.