Breastfeeding Buddies Waterloo Region

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 with 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!

A friendly reminder that your baby's instinctual behaviours are rooted in survival. These important behaviours are hardw...
01/14/2026

A friendly reminder that your baby's instinctual behaviours are rooted in survival. These important behaviours are hardwired to not only help to keep them safe, warm & protected - but to help build & protect your milk supply too!

Fun Fact: Humans are "carry" mammals! Like other carry mammals, we give birth to extremely underdeveloped babies who feed frequently & rely on us to carry them with us to keep them warm, safe, healthy & protected. The babies of "Cache" mammals on the other hand, rely on staying hidden for protection. In order to help keep their location secret, cache mammals visit their babies as infrequently as possible. The nutritional needs & milk of carry mammals & cache mammals is also incredibly different! Cache mammals like deer & rabbits have milk with a nutrient balance that keeps their babies full & quiet for long periods of time with minimal feeds. Carry mammals like us have milk with a vastly different nutrient balance - perfect for babies who are kept close & allowed to nurse as frequently as they need to!

Trust your body & your instincts, & remember that so often it's society's expectation of babies that are the problem, not your baby. Nursing, or not... you are your baby's safe place!🥰 Know that responding to your baby's needs helps them feel safe & loved - trust them to know when they are ready to explore the world. Responding to their needs helps build their confidence as they know they can trust you to be there to support them. Your little one will grow more independent in time. You are doing a good job!🎉

Life with a can feel overwhelming at times - remember to be gentle with yourself. Learning to nourish & care for a baby & yourself is hard but important work. Be kind with yourself & remember the most important thing you can do is connect with support!

👉Wish you had a little more support in your corner? Have questions about your or ? Wondering about your baby's nursing behaviours? Need some peer tested to make nursing or pumping while caring for your baby & yourself easier? We're here to help! Visit the link in our bio to learn more about our free virtual & in-person support options.

As babies grow they experience new opportunities to explore and (unfortunately) pick up new germs too. Luckily your milk...
01/13/2026

As babies grow they experience new opportunities to explore and (unfortunately) pick up new germs too. Luckily your milk contains a dynamic and ever changing response to their needs - chock full of antibodies and other immune factors that help protect your child against infections and disease both now and in the future!

Want to learn more about the amazing ways your milk supports your baby's ever changing needs as they grow and throughout their life? Have questions about your milk supply or latch? We're here to help! Visit the link in our bio to learn more.📲🥰

🤧Does your baby have a stuffy nose? Give the Koala hold a try! This position helps keep your little one upright as they ...
01/09/2026

🤧Does your baby have a stuffy nose? Give the Koala hold a try! This position helps keep your little one upright as they feed, which can help make nursing easier while they are congested. You can also try slowly reclining during the nursing session, to help transition them to a more horizontal position they can rest in afterwards.

🤱🏾The Koala nursing position is also a great choice for babies who need to be kept upright after a feed, and can also be helpful for babies who need a little help to manage high milk flow more easily.

👉Ready to give the Koala hold a try? Wish you had a few more comfortable nursing positions in your repertoire? Have questions about your milk supply or latch? We're here to help! Visit the link in our bio to connect with our FREE Virtual and In-Person support options.

Getting ready for your baby's arrival? Wondering what you can do now to make welcoming your new baby easier? Then whethe...
01/09/2026

Getting ready for your baby's arrival? Wondering what you can do now to make welcoming your new baby easier? Then whether it's your first baby (or your fifth) be sure to register for our FREE prenatal workshop to learn what you need to know BEFORE your baby arrives! You and your partner or support person will discover...

✅ How to prepare to nurse your baby (even if it's not your first time).
✅ What to expect in the first few days after birth.
✅ How to find a comfortable nursing position and get a good latch.
✅ The importance of Skin to Skin and Hand Expression.
✅ Answers to YOUR lactation questions.
✅ Where to find the help, tools and information you need to reach your goals.
✅ The knowledge & skills you need to be a supportive partner/parent.

This FREE workshop is available both ONLINE and IN PERSON - to learn more, or to register check out the link in our bio or visit us online.

If the latch "looks fine" but still doesn't feel right it's definitely time to check in with support and get a second op...
01/07/2026

If the latch "looks fine" but still doesn't feel right it's definitely time to check in with support and get a second opinion - especially if it feels like this!🔥🔥 🔥

🚩While your latch may not feel quite so fiery - it's still worth seeking support! Often a few tiny adjustments can make a world of difference. In addition to helping you feel more comfortable, fine tuning your baby's latch and position helps your baby get a deeper, more effective latch - which helps them get milk more easily which in turn helps you and your baby build and protect your milk supply together.

👉So when should you reach out for support? Any time you feel uncertain, have questions, are uncomfortable or are in pain (at any point in your nursing journey) it's definitely worthwhile to check-in with skilled support. For FREE personalized support to help build and protect your milk supply and get a deeper more comfortable latch visit the link in our bio! To learn more about our free In Person or Virtual support options, or for a list of free local lactation supports including IBCLCs (International Board Certified Lactation Consultants) please visit the link in our bio.

Looking for connection & support this winter? Have questions about your milk supply, latch or other lactation related qu...
01/06/2026

Looking for connection & support this winter? Have questions about your milk supply, latch or other lactation related questions? Whether your preference is staying warm at home and cozying up with your baby at a virtual meet, or you prefer to beat those winter blahs by getting up and out of the house with your little one we've got you covered!

👉Have a question that can't wait for the next workshop? You're always welcome to bring your questions to ANY of our Latch & Learn virtual workshops or to our weekly in person sessions. For full details visit the link in our bio.👋📲

🫄Pregnant & planning ahead? Be sure to register for our free prenatal workshop "Me Breastfed". It will give you the tools, tips and information you need BEFORE your baby arrives. To learn more about upcoming dates or to register, please visit the link in our bio.

Learning how to latch and nurse your baby takes practice - have questions about your little one's latch?🤔🙋🏽 Wondering if...
01/03/2026

Learning how to latch and nurse your baby takes practice - have questions about your little one's latch?🤔🙋🏽 Wondering if there's 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.📲🥰

It can be discouraging to hear your baby needs help to get a little more milk. If you've been told you need to supplemen...
01/02/2026

It can be discouraging to hear your baby needs help to get a little more milk. If you've been told you need to supplement, follow these steps and reach out, we're here to support you.💜

Wondering where to find more information about alternative feeding methods? Check out TinyURL.com/InfantFeedingTools 👈 Planning to use a bottle? Learn how to pace feed your baby at TinyURL.com/PaceFeeding then visit the link in our bio to connect.📲🥰

Wishing you and yours all the “breast” in the coming year!Need support to meet your breastfeeding, chestfeeding or pumpi...
01/01/2026

Wishing you and yours all the “breast” in the coming year!

Need support to meet your breastfeeding, chestfeeding or pumping goals? We’re here to help. Visit the link in our bio to connect.

Sometimes babies need a little help getting more milk. Here are some great ways you can help your little one get the mil...
12/31/2025

Sometimes babies need a little help getting more milk. Here are some great ways you can help your little one get the milk they need while protecting your breastfeeding or chestfeeding relationship. Connecting with skilled support from an IBCLC can make narrowing down the right tool for you and your situation easier and help you perfect your technique.🥰

👉Remember that milk making is all about supply and demand, so if your goal is to grow or maintain your milk supply it's important to hand express or pump while feeding is happening away from the breast or chest. It may take a bit of experimentation to figure out what works best for you, your little one and your unique situation. Visit the link in our bio to learn more about local lactation supports.📲🥰

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Thinking about offering your baby a bottle?🍼 Whether you're feeding your baby away from your body by necessity or choice...
12/30/2025

Thinking about offering your baby a bottle?🍼 Whether you're feeding your baby away from your body by necessity or choice, learning how to protect your milk supply is vital!

While a bottle is often the first feeding tool that comes to mind there are actually many more options - you may be surprised to learn that even newborns can be fed using a spoon or cup! For those who do choose a bottle, using the pace feeding technique can be helpful in protecting your nursing relationship - visit TinyURL.com/PaceFeeding to learn how.

It's also important to note that while some families may find having others feed their babies helpful, for many others it can be a source of added pressure and stress. Don't be afraid to do what works best for you and your little one!

👉Have questions about your milk supply or latch? Wish you had a few tips to make hand expressing or pumping easier? Need a few friendly phrases to gently let family or friends know your preferences when it comes to who feeds your little one? We're here to help! Visit the link in our bio to connect!

Are you considering weaning? Whether you're planning to night wean, or fully wean your little one, we have the tips you ...
12/29/2025

Are you considering weaning? Whether you're planning to night wean, or fully wean your little one, we have the tips you need to make the process easier on both of you. We'll be sharing gentle, peer tested tips, tricks and strategies to help make the transition a little smoother AND talk about what you can expect when it comes to hormonal and emotional changes too! To register your spot at our virtual workshop visit the link in our bio!

👉This session is offered on a rotating basis along with the other workshops in our Beyond The Basics series. In need of support before the next session? Visit the link in our bio to be matched with a Breastfeeding Buddy for one on one support.

📌Please note: matched one on one support is only available to residents of Ontario at this time. However, our virtual programs are open to all lactating families regardless of location.🌎 You are always welcome to attend any of our virtual sessions for support at any point in your journey.🥰

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