Events in April 2023
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March 26, 2023
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March 27, 2023(1 event) 10:00 am: Latch & Learn Drop-In: All about 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 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
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March 28, 2023
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March 29, 2023(1 event) 10:00 am: Latch & Learn Drop-In: All about 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 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
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March 30, 2023
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March 31, 2023(1 event) 9:30 am: EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre – How Does Learning Happen? Through Play! Join other children, caring adults and families in play and exploration together! EarlyON facilitators are available to provide support and information around early learning topics, community resources, programs and referrals in our play based environment. Breastfeeding Buddy volunteers will be onsite each week to answer Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding questions, and provide resources for families in attendance. Pre-registration is not required for EarlyON Drop In. |
April 1, 2023
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April 2, 2023
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April 3, 2023(1 event) 10:00 am: Latch & Learn Drop-In: 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 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
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April 4, 2023
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April 5, 2023(1 event) 10:00 am: Latch & Learn Drop-In: 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 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
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April 6, 2023
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April 8, 2023
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April 9, 2023
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April 10, 2023
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April 11, 2023
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April 12, 2023(1 event) 10:00 am: Latch & Learn Drop-In: 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 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
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April 13, 2023
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April 14, 2023(1 event) 9:30 am: EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre – How Does Learning Happen? Through Play! Join other children, caring adults and families in play and exploration together! EarlyON facilitators are available to provide support and information around early learning topics, community resources, programs and referrals in our play based environment. Breastfeeding Buddy volunteers will be onsite each week to answer Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding questions, and provide resources for families in attendance. Pre-registration is not required for EarlyON Drop In. |
April 15, 2023
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April 16, 2023
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April 17, 2023(1 event) 10:00 am: Latch & Learn Drop-In: 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 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
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April 18, 2023
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April 19, 2023(1 event) 10:00 am: Latch & Learn Drop-In: 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 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
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April 20, 2023
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April 21, 2023(1 event) 9:30 am: EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre – How Does Learning Happen? Through Play! Join other children, caring adults and families in play and exploration together! EarlyON facilitators are available to provide support and information around early learning topics, community resources, programs and referrals in our play based environment. Breastfeeding Buddy volunteers will be onsite each week to answer Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding questions, and provide resources for families in attendance. Pre-registration is not required for EarlyON Drop In. |
April 22, 2023
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April 23, 2023(1 event) 10:00 am: Womb 2 Walking Show – Come visit the Breastfeeding Buddies booth at the Spring Womb to Walking show! Learn about our free programming, local meetups, or learn how to become a Breastfeeding Buddy yourself! This FREE event was created to provide local resources and products to growing families to aid in their parenting journey. Whether you are trying to conceive, newly pregnant, about to have your first bundle of joy, adding another child to your family or have a toddler there is something for you. **This event is free, but advance tickets are required!** |
April 24, 2023(1 event) 10:00 am: Latch & Learn Drop-In: 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 IN PERSON group meet-up at EarlyON Roger St (161 Roger St, Waterloo) 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
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April 25, 2023
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April 26, 2023(1 event) 10:00 am: Latch & Learn Drop-In: 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 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
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April 27, 2023
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April 28, 2023(1 event) 9:30 am: EarlyON at Victoria Hills Community Centre – How Does Learning Happen? Through Play! Join other children, caring adults and families in play and exploration together! EarlyON facilitators are available to provide support and information around early learning topics, community resources, programs and referrals in our play based environment. Breastfeeding Buddy volunteers will be onsite each week to answer Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding questions, and provide resources for families in attendance. Pre-registration is not required for EarlyON Drop In. |
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If there are any breastfeeding or chestfeeding topics that you would love to learn about, reach out to us at bfbuddies@kdchc.org
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