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Brandon’s Beach at Burnside Park is a one-of-a-kind playground with a custom design inspired by Providence’s historic harbor. It features climbing structures, slides, spinners, swings and a wide variety of sensory-rich equipment. This playground was designed for children of all abilities and is suitable for children 2-12.
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Rhode Island School of Design Continuing Education offers a rich variety of traditional and digital art and design courses, courses for credit, and certificate programs for adults, teens and children. All ages and skill levels are welcome.
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Study Information
Many women experience stress, sadness, or worry during the course of pregnancy. Researchers at Butler and Women & Infants hospitals are conducting a study examining whether prenatal yoga classes or mother-baby wellness workshops can help improve mood and feelings of wellbeing during pregnancy. We are looking for women interested in participating in our Wellness for 2 research study.
Understanding how to foster wellbeing for mom and her baby
The Wellness for 2 study is examining two types of programs in order to determine their effects on women who have experienced stress or sadness during their current pregnancy. A brief screening process will determine if the program is a good fit.
You may be eligible if:
- You are 18 years of age or older.
- You are between 12 and 26 weeks pregnant with a single child.
- You have experienced stress or sadness during the current pregnancy.
If you are interested, contact us to verify your eligibility. A staff member will tell you about the study and ask you some questions. Based on the conversation, you may be invited to a virtual interview.
What will I do during the research?
If the study is a good match for you, you will be randomly assigned to one of two study groups.
Prenatal Yoga Classes
Prenatal yoga may help to decrease feelings of stress by giving you some time to focus on yourself and relax.
- Women in the prenatal yoga program will take prenatal Zoom yoga classes once per week.
- Prenatal yoga involves gentle stretching and movement. Classes are designed to be safe for pregnant women.
- Women will also receive a yoga mat and prenatal yoga DVD to use for home practice.
- Prenatal yoga instructors have specialized training and experience working with pregnant women.
Mom & Baby Wellness Workshop
The Wellness Workshop may help to decrease feelings of stress by increasing confidence that you can successfully care for yourself and for your growing family in the days ahead.
- Women in the Mom & Baby Wellness Workshop will join Zoom meetings once per week.
- The Wellness Workshop is designed by psychologists with expertise in mom and baby wellness.
- Topics covered include: keeping yourself healthy as your family grows, child development in the first year, and caring for a newborn.
- Women will also receive a free book focused on child development in the first year.
Will I have to pay for classes?
No. There is no cost for study participants. In fact, participants are compensated for their participation.
Eligibility Criteria
- You are 18 years of age or older.
- You are between 12 and 26 weeks pregnant with a single child.
- You have experienced stress or sadness during the current pregnancy.
To request a phone interview call (401) 455-6377 or fill out the form on our website to contact our research team.
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RIMOSA focuses on the building blocks of both art and science; curiosity, observation, experimentation, and communication. The mission of the Rhode Island Museum of Science and Art is to merge art and science creating innovative, interactive exhibits and programs that awaken curiosity, encourage experimentation, and improve understanding of the world around us.
- Suitable for multiple ages.
- Fenced in.
This playground, located behind Hope High, is a must visit if you are in the area. There are a lot of unique play features for kids to enjoy. In addition the typical play structure with slides there is a sandbox, a unique art feature that kids are able to climb on and in, and lots of obstacle course-like things.
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- Suitable for younger children.
- Fenced in.
- Accessible
This playground has a large, wheelchair accessible play structure with several fun features. There is a splash pad right next to the playground, so bear that in mind in the summer & bring a suit. Ample seating with some shade along the side.
- Suitable for older children with some equipment for toddlers.
- Fenced in.
There is a lot to climb on at this playground! Aspiring gymnasts will enjoy the various monkey bars. There is also a merry go round and swings.
- Suitable for older kids.
- Fenced in.
This playground boasts gigantic climbing structures, a tall slide, swings and a small sandbox. If you get bored of the play gound you can explore India Point Park and check out the water.
- Suitable for older children.
- Fenced in.
This playground features monkey bars, swings, a zipline and a spiderweb climber. There is a basketball court nearby.
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- Best for toddlers/preschoolers
- Fenced in
- No Bathrooms
This playground is known by several names; Gladys Potter Garden, Froggy Park & Humbolt park. It boasts lots of shade, a sandbox, swings, a see-saw, climbing structures and toys for the kids to play with. With benches and a picnic table ,it would be a great place to have lunch. Have your kids bring their bike or scooter and ride along the paved pathways.
- Suitable for younger children.
- Fenced in.
This small playground is great for young kids. It has a swing set with one baby and one regular swing, a small play structure, and various plastic toys young children can play on. There is a picnic bench.
- Suitable for toddlers – school age
- Fenced in
Paterson Park Playground has swings (baby and bigger kid), play structures, a small sandbox, open space for kids to run and two small basketball courts.
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