Programs
Events in September 2021
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August 29, 2021
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August 30, 2021(1 event) 10:00 am: Latch and Learn: Return to Work while Breastfeeding – 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. |
August 31, 2021(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 and Thursdays as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group. Offered Virtually |
September 1, 2021
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September 2, 2021(2 events) 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Nighttime Breastfeeding – 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. Offered Virtually 1:00 pm: Beyond the Basics: Breastfeeding Beyond a Year... Why? – Breastfeeding Beyond a Year … Why? Offered Virtually |
September 3, 2021
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September 4, 2021
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September 5, 2021
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September 6, 2021
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September 7, 2021(1 event) 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Coping with Crying – 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. Offered Virtually |
September 8, 2021
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September 9, 2021(1 event) 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Person to Parent – 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. |
September 10, 2021
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September 11, 2021
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September 12, 2021
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September 13, 2021
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September 14, 2021(1 event) 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 Tuesdays and Thursdays as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group.
Offered Virtually |
September 15, 2021
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September 16, 2021(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 and Thursdays as we rotate through popular breastfeeding topics, answer your questions, and connect as a group. Offered Virtually |
September 17, 2021
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September 18, 2021
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September 19, 2021
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September 20, 2021
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September 21, 2021(2 events) 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Nighttime Breastfeeding – 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. Offered Virtually 7:00 pm: Medication & Your Milk – "But...is it safe?"
Wondering how to find out if a medication or supplement is safe to take while breastfeeding, chestfeeding or pumping? Then be sure to register for the next workshop in our #ExpertSeries - Medication And Your Milk. You'll hear the latest in evidence based information, and have your questions answered during our live Q & A session with a local pharmacist.
**Partners and/or support people are welcome** |
September 22, 2021
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September 23, 2021(1 event) 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Coping with Crying – 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. Offered Virtually |
September 24, 2021
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September 25, 2021
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September 26, 2021
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September 27, 2021
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September 28, 2021(1 event) 10:00 am: Virtual Latch and Learn! Topic: Person to Parent – 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. |
September 29, 2021
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September 30, 2021
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October 1, 2021
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October 2, 2021
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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.”