Programs
Events in August 2021
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August 1, 2021
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August 2, 2021
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August 3, 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 |
August 4, 2021(1 event) 7:00 pm: Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class – 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 5, 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. |
August 6, 2021
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August 8, 2021
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August 9, 2021
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August 10, 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.
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August 11, 2021
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August 12, 2021(2 events) 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 1:00 pm: Beyond the Basics: Under One... Breastfeeding FUN! – Under One Breastfeeding Fun! |
August 13, 2021
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August 14, 2021
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August 15, 2021
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August 16, 2021
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August 17, 2021(1 event) 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 |
August 18, 2021(1 event) 7:00 pm: Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class – 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 19, 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 |
August 20, 2021
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August 21, 2021
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August 22, 2021
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August 23, 2021
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August 24, 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. |
August 25, 2021
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August 26, 2021(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 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 in Public/in Virtual Meetings – Covered or not…. Public Breastfeeding Offered Virtually |
August 27, 2021
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August 28, 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(1 event) 7:00 pm: Me Breastfeed VIRTUAL prenatal class – 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 |
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 |
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September 4, 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.”