Programs
Events in August 2025
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July 28, 2025(2 events) 10:00 am: Walk, Talk And Stroll - Riverside Park, Cambridge – 
The Walk, Talk and Stroll that we all love is Back in Action. Meet other Nursing Families, Walk, Talk or Sit and Hang with us. If you would like to attend, and are experiencing any barriers to doing so, please contact bfbuddies@Healthcaringkw.org We can help with transportation, We can have a Buddy ready to meet you or be on text to support you if find these things hard to do ( you know you want to ). Breastfeeding Check ins are available but not a requisite for joining our events. Come one, Come all. See you there. 10:00 am: Walk, Talk And Stroll - Riverside Park, Cambridge –
The Walk, Talk and Stroll that we all love is Back in Action. Meet other Nursing Families, Walk, Talk or Sit and Hang with us. If you would like to attend, and are experiencing any barriers to doing so, please contact bfbuddies@Healthcaringkw.org We can help with transportation, We can have a Buddy ready to meet you or be on text to support you if find these things hard to do ( you know you want to ). Breastfeeding Check ins are available but not a requisite for joining our events. Come one, Come all. See you there. |
July 29, 2025
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July 31, 2025(1 event) 10:00 am: Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener – 
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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August 5, 2025(2 events) 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Latching isn't Easy – 
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.
2:00 pm: Beyond the Basics: Return to Work/Breastfeeding Beyond a Year – 
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. |
August 6, 2025(1 event) 6:00 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 |
August 7, 2025(1 event) 10:00 am: Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener –
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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August 10, 2025
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August 11, 2025(1 event) 10:00 am: Walk, Talk And Stroll - Riverside Park, Cambridge –
The Walk, Talk and Stroll that we all love is Back in Action. Meet other Nursing Families, Walk, Talk or Sit and Hang with us. If you would like to attend, and are experiencing any barriers to doing so, please contact bfbuddies@Healthcaringkw.org We can help with transportation, We can have a Buddy ready to meet you or be on text to support you if find these things hard to do ( you know you want to ). Breastfeeding Check ins are available but not a requisite for joining our events. Come one, Come all. See you there. |
August 12, 2025(1 event) 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: It's all about Milk Supply – 
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. |
August 13, 2025
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August 14, 2025(1 event) 10:00 am: Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener –
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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August 15, 2025
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August 16, 2025(1 event) 10:00 am: Me Breastfeed Prenatal Class- Kitchener ( 80 Tartan Ave ) – 
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.
See a live nursing demonstration and ask all of your questions. |
August 17, 2025
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August 18, 2025(1 event) 10:00 am: Walk, Talk And Stroll - Riverside Park, Cambridge –
The Walk, Talk and Stroll that we all love is Back in Action. Meet other Nursing Families, Walk, Talk or Sit and Hang with us. If you would like to attend, and are experiencing any barriers to doing so, please contact bfbuddies@Healthcaringkw.org We can help with transportation, We can have a Buddy ready to meet you or be on text to support you if find these things hard to do ( you know you want to ). Breastfeeding Check ins are available but not a requisite for joining our events. Come one, Come all. See you there. |
August 19, 2025(1 event) 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn - Coping With Crying and Nighttime Parenting – 
Join our virtual Latch and Learn session on Coping With Crying and the Importance of Nighttime Nursing in creating a comfortable, confident and competent nursing dyad. |
August 20, 2025
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August 21, 2025(1 event) 10:00 am: Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener –
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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August 22, 2025
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August 24, 2025
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August 25, 2025(1 event) 10:00 am: Walk, Talk And Stroll - Riverside Park, Cambridge –
The Walk, Talk and Stroll that we all love is Back in Action. Meet other Nursing Families, Walk, Talk or Sit and Hang with us. If you would like to attend, and are experiencing any barriers to doing so, please contact bfbuddies@Healthcaringkw.org We can help with transportation, We can have a Buddy ready to meet you or be on text to support you if find these things hard to do ( you know you want to ). Breastfeeding Check ins are available but not a requisite for joining our events. Come one, Come all. See you there. |
August 26, 2025
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August 27, 2025
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August 28, 2025(1 event) 10:00 am: Walk & Talk - Victoria Park, Kitchener –
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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August 29, 2025
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Become a Buddy
Did you know that the Breastfeeding Buddies program of the Waterloo Region recently received a grant from the Lyle S. Hallman Foundation to expand peer breastfeeding support?
The campaign will mobilize many levels of partnerships to improve hospital-to-community supports and engage with priority populations to increase breastfeeding rates across Waterloo Region.
Stay tuned for updates on “The Building Supportive Breastfeeding Communities Campaign.”
