We Breastfeed & Chestfeed - Guelph Community Health Centre

08/11/2023

Cafe is cancelled today

02/09/2023

We get this question all the time! Check out the post for some tips and come see us at Cafe for more ideas.

10/15/2022

Next week is Community Health and Wellbeing Week ! CHWW brings attention to the issues and needs that are important to CHC’s across Ontario, their clients, and communities. CHWW week also provides opportunities to celebrate CHCs and highlight the great work we do to achieve equitable health and wellbeing. This year’s theme is Confronting Inequity-Celebrating Community.

See calendar of events that highlights some programs taking place next week.

Alliance for Healthier Communities / Alliance pour des communautés en santé
https://www.allianceon.org/CHWW2022

10/04/2022

09/23/2022

Visiting new parents soon? Remember to act like a BOOB!😅


Pregnant and planning for your little one's arrival? Be sure to check out our FREE prenatal lactation class available both Virtually and In Person! For details visit the link in our bio or drop by our booth at the this weekend to learn more! Need support? We're here to help you reach your breastfeeding, chestfeeding and pumping goals! Visit the link in our bio to connect.

09/10/2022

lil bit of goodbyes and gratitude

08/30/2022

The CAMP Team was started to meet the reproductive care needs of pregnant and birthing people in our community who experience individual and systemic barriers in accessing our healthcare system. We aim to provide care that meets individuals where they are, supports their autonomy and dignity, and provides culturally appropriate care. We aim to apply the principles of trauma informed care, harm reduction and anti-oppression in all aspects of our care.

A CAMP midwife is available for planned visits in any location a client feels comfortable and safe. We have clinic space at Family Midwifery Care and Shelldale Family Gateway and we also see people in their homes, shelters or community organizations (including the CHC).

Please do not hesitate to reach out to one of our midwives with questions, suggestions and referrals. You can reach us using our online “Ask for a CAMP midwife” form, phone, text or pager (for emergencies): https://familymidwiferycare.ca/camp-community-access-midwifery-program/

08/24/2022

It's Black Breastfeeding Week, and that means it's time to celebrate the revolutionary act of nourishing our babies with our bodies. It's also a time to gather together and take collective action to dismantle the systemic barriers that prevent families from reaching their breastfeeding, chestfeeding and pumping goals.

Has nursing or pumping for your baby inspired you to take action? Share your story below and be sure to check out all the amazing things going on this week at Black Breastfeeding Week!

Need support to reach your nursing or pumping goals? Want to make a difference in your community? Visit the link in our bio to connect with resources, information and support or to learn how to become a Breastfeeding Buddy.

08/19/2022

Friday's are for cafe!⁠
Come and join us at Stone Road Mall Early ON Centre every Friday for coffee and conversation. ⁠
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Connect with other parents.⁠
Get answers to your feeding questions.⁠
Enjoy a hot beverage and a snack.⁠
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Hope to see you there!

08/19/2022

Generally, no! You do not need a special diet when you're breastfeeding.⁠
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But breastfeeding and chestfeeding use a ton of energy so it's important to make sure you are getting enough protein and fats to keep your energy up and your body feeling good.⁠
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Like spicy food? Go for it! Eating a variety of foods changes the flavour of your breastmilk- this can expose your baby to different tastes and might help accept those foods easier later on!⁠
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You do want to avoid fish high in mercury, and excessive alcohol and caffeine.⁠
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Oh, and make sure you stay hydrated!⁠
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Have more feeding questions?⁠
Curious about some postpartum food ideas that can help sustain you?⁠
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Come to cafe on Fridays! ⁠
We love to talk about food - whether for you or your baby 😀⁠
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See you there!