Breastfeeding Buddies Waterloo Region

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Breastfeeding Buddies Waterloo Region

Providing FREE Peer to Peer Lactation Support in Waterloo Region and Beyond. Some in person programming will resume as Covid-19 restrictions change.

The Breastfeeding Buddies Program was initiated by breastfeeding mothers in the community and has been supporting families in Waterloo Region for the last 20 years. Recognizing the value of peer-to-peer support, the aim of the Breastfeeding Buddies Program is to help increase the number of parents achieving success in reaching *their* breastfeeding and chestfeeding goals - by supporting parents wi

th the evidence based tools, resources and information they need to make informed decisions. Breastfeeding Buddies also help parents foster connections with other nursing families and their community through virtual programming and other local events. All of our peer volunteers have at least 6 months of personal breastfeeding or chestfeeding experience, complete a 3 day training program, and receive additional education opportunities to provide quality, non judgmental, evidenced based support to other nursing families. The Me Breastfeed workshop is a prenatal class for parents and their partners to attend before the baby arrives. This practical workshop offers parents and their partner's valuable information as to what to expect in the first 7 days after birth, help with overcoming common challenges, and where to find community resources. The "Latch and Learn" and "Beyond Basics" series cover many topics such as transitioning into parenthood, milk supply, night time parenting and nursing beyond a year. All families are welcome!

06/05/2026

A gentle reminder that feeding and caring for a baby (especially a newborn) is a full time, around the clock job. You absolutely deserve rest - so take every opportunity you get! Household tasks can always wait (or be shared with friends and/or family members who are eager to help).

Wish you had a little more support in your corner? Tired of waiting for the baby to get around to the vacuuming? Have questions about your milk supply or latch? We're here to help! Visit the link in our bio to connect with our FREE Latch & Learn virtual workshops, our drop-in Walk & Talk meet ups at the park and more!

Pregnant & planning ahead? Be sure to register for our FREE Prenatal Lactation workshop "Me Breastfeed". It will give you the tools, tips and information you need BEFORE your baby arrives! For more information visit us online or check out the link in our bio.📲🥰
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06/04/2026

Wondering how to tell if your baby is getting enough?🤔🤷 Do you have questions about your milk supply? Looking for tips on how to avoid common milk supply concerns? Then be sure to join us for our FREE Latch & Learn workshop where you'll learn how to build and protect your milk supply, and find out what normal feeding patterns really look like! Have other breastfeeding or chestfeeding questions? Bring them along! Visit the link in the bio to learn more!

06/03/2026

Feel like you've been glued to the couch? Give this peer tested tip a try! First gather your essentials, then choose a caddy, basket or bag that's both easy to carry while holding your baby, and get things out of with only one hand when it's sitting next to you. Then next time you're feeling stuck you can simply grab your baby and your basket and find a new cozy spot to nurse. Whether you're simply switching seats, headed to a different room or popping outside to relax with baby, a nursing basket can make it easier to keep things fresh while caring for yourself and your nursling too! Consider adding a small wet bag or receptacle you can tuck laundry or trash in to help keep things more organized! What are some of your favourite essentials to have close at hand while nursing?

Wish you had a few more tips to make caring for your baby and yourself while nursing or pumping easier? Have questions about your milk supply or latch? We're here to help! To learn more about our free In-Person and Virtual Support options, or to connect with one on one support visit the link in our bio.

Looking for more ways to get out and enjoy the warmer weather? Wish you had a way to practice getting out of the house with your baby and feel more confident nursing on the go? Drop in to one of our weekly Walk & Talk meet-ups at the park! It's a great way to meet new friends and get out of the house. Everyone is welcome! For details visit the link in our bio.

06/02/2026

Do you know what's at the beginning of the rainbow🌈? Liquid gold (aka colostrum) of course! While we usually think of milk as being white or cream coloured, if you're hand expressing or pumping for your little one you may occasionally get to see other colours too - in fact, the rainbow colours in this post were all selected from photos of !😱 Swipe through all the slides to learn more! Remember to reach out to a skilled lactation professional if you're ever concerned about the colour of your milk.

Have questions about your milk supply or latch? Need a few tips to make Breastfeeding, Chestfeeding or Pumping easier? We’re here to support you! Check out the link in our bio to learn more about our FREE Virtual Latch & Learn Workshops, In-Person Drop Programs and more!

05/29/2026

Wondering about smoking and lactation? Swipe through to learn more!

👋In need of support to reach your nursing or pumping goals? Preparing for the birth of your baby and wondering what you can do to help make latching and nursing your little one easier from the start? We're here to help! Visit the link in our bio to learn more about our FREE virtual Latch & Learn Workshops, in person Walk & Talk meet ups in the park, or to register for our FREE prenatal lactation workshop "Me Breastfeed" (available both in person and virtually). See you soon!

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05/28/2026

Your milk is amazing - right from the start! Colostrum (your first milk) is highly concentrated & nutrient dense, rich in living components that protect your baby from infection & illness & support the development of their immune system & gut function. Colostrum is extremely important for all babies, especially those born prematurely!

Your milk can also be a powerful medicine for your , even if they aren't yet feeding by mouth! Medical providers know the power of your milk too! Gently swabbing a few drops of freshly expressed or inside a baby's mouth is known as "Oral Immune Therapy" or OIT for short. This therapy is used to support premature or sick babies who are fed by tube or who are receiving nothing by mouth (known as “NPO” in medical settings).

The positive effects are not limited to young babies either! Sick babies over 12 months old also benefit from OIT - your milk is constantly changing to meet their needs so each time you express, your baby has access to a uniquely beneficial & highly specialized milk freshly tailored to their age, stage & situation - no colostrum needed, your milk is perfect for them just the way it is!

How does OIT work? When your milk comes in contact with your baby’s mouth, it is absorbed into their body, & reacts with their saliva - allowing the specialized components contained within to:

🛡️ Protect your baby from illness & support their immune system - your milk provides them with localized & whole body protection!
🛠️Support their gut development.
🪴 Enhance their growth!
🥰 Give them positive oral & sensory stimulation
🏃🏽 Help them reach full feeds faster & begin latching & nursing sooner.
🍽️ Help them accept a wide variety of flavours as they grow by developing their tastebuds.

It also promotes increased bonding & attachment for you & your baby too!

Have questions about your or latch? Looking for tips to help make hand expression, pumping, or nursing easier? Looking for support from someone who really gets it? We’re here to help! Visit the link in our bio to connect with our FREE Virtual & In-Person support options.

05/27/2026

Learning how to latch and nurse your baby takes practice - have questions about your little one's latch?🤔🙋🏽 Looking for a position that could help you both feel more comfortable? Be sure to join us for our next Latch & Learn workshop! We can help you improve your latch, and show you new, more comfortable positions to nurse your baby in!

Confident in your latch but have other breastfeeding or chestfeeding questions? Bring them along! For more information about this, or any of the other workshops in our FREE virtual Latch & Learn series visit the link in our bio.📲🥰

05/26/2026

Have you tried these? Which one was your favorite?

Wish you felt more confident nursing? Need a few actual tips for dealing with unwanted opinions? Have questions about your milk supply or latch? We're here to help! Visit the link in our bio to learn more about our FREE In Person & Virtual Support options.

Pregnant & planning ahead? Be sure to register for our FREE Prenatal Lactation workshop "Me Breastfeed". It will give you the tools, tips & information you need BEFORE your baby arrives. To learn more visit the link in our bio.

05/22/2026

Tell us we're not the only ones!🙈😂

Wish you had a few tips for dealing with the "Boop It" side of nursing👋? Have questions about your milk supply or latch? We can help! Visit the link in our bio to connect with FREE In Person support options or to learn more about our FREE virtual Latch & Learn workshops.📲🥰

🫄Pregnant & planning ahead? Be sure to register for our FREE Prenatal Lactation Workshop "Me Breastfeed"! It will give you the tools, tips & information you need BEFORE your baby arrives. This program is offered both In Person and Online - for more information or to register, visit the link in our bio!

05/21/2026

“You're going back to work soon right? How much longer are you gonna nurse them?” Starting to get the feeling that everyone has an opinion on how long you should nurse your baby?🤱🏾 Whether you're getting ready to go back to work or not, join us for the tips you need to reach YOUR breastfeeding or chestfeeding goals.

👉Be sure to join us for our last session before the summer! We'll be sharing tips for dealing with common misconceptions and criticism, sharing strategies for weaning/pumping, and giving you the tools and information you need to make the transition back to work/school or the next chapter of parenthood while nursing easier!

To register for this or any of our other virtual Beyond The Basics Latch & Learn sessions visit the link in our bio.🥰

*Please note: we are located in Ontario, Canada. The information we present is based on parental leave and workplace regulations in our area.

Address

44 Francis Street S
Kitchener, ON
N2G2A2

Telephone

+15197721016

Website

https://linktr.ee/BreastfeedingBuddies

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