Guide to Pregnancy/Postpartum Resources in Rhode Island & Southeastern Massachusetts

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This Guide to Pregnancy and Postpartum Resources is a sponsored guide, presented by our valued local partners. While we love sharing these resources with our readers, we have not personally vetted each individual business represented here and encourage our readers to do their own research to find the best fit for their family.

Pregnancy. Postpartum.

Be it your first time around or your fifth, there are few other times in a person’s life more rife with questions, worries, hopes, exhilaration, and anxiety than pregnancy and new parenthood. And did we mention the questions? Which provider is the best choice to support me through my pregnancy? What will the birth be like? WHERE should I give birth? Who should my child’s doctor be? Will my baby be okay? Will I be okay? And where can I find those ADORABLE onsies I saw at my friends baby shower?

We know. It’s a lot.

So we have done our best to compile a guide that will help you answer all the questions you have — along with a few you might not have even thought of! From midwives to meal prep, from breastfeeding to babywearing, with a bit of everything in between, we hope this guide will answer some of your questions, ease some of your anxieties, and make your journey through parenthood just a little bit easier.

Congratulations, and enjoy the ride. ❤

A huge thank you to the local businesses who chose to partner with us to make this resource available to our audience.  Especially our title sponsor, the Advanced Baby Imaging Lab, and our featured sponsors, Healthy Babies, Happy Moms, College Bound Baby, and Performance Physical Therapy

Learn More about these great local resources below, or scroll down to find Ob/Gyns, Pediatricians, Specialty Services, Mealtime Solutions, Breastfeeding Support, Chiropractors and Massage Therapists, Mental Health Services, Doula’s, and Shopping.

Advanced Baby Imaging Lab

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Have you ever wondered how your child’s brain grows as we learn and play? At the ABI lab, we are working hard to find out!

Throughout childhood, our brain undergoes some pretty amazing changes. As we learn to walk, talk, sing, learn the alphabet and even tie our shoes, our brain is changing – becoming bigger, faster and stronger. How does this happen? Amazingly, we aren’t quite sure, but we are working hard to understand this. At the Advanced Baby Imaging Lab, we want to work with you to discover how your child’s brain grows and changes as they learn new things! We also want to understand how nutrition, sleep, our genes, and other influences shape this development.

Currently, we are studying babies and children from the prenatal stage to 12 years of age. There is a possibility for pregnant mothers to have a set of 3D ultrasounds and could possibly receive free formula in our Infant Nutrition Study!

If you have any questions or would like to participate you can call us at 401-338-6943, click on the buttons above or check out our website at www.babyimaginglab.com to learn more about our studies!

Healthy Babies, Happy Moms is passionate about having a positive impact on the health of babies and the well being of their mothers. We are committed to treating women with kindness and respect while helping them achieve success in their breastfeeding goals. Our expert nurses guide mothers with the information and support they need to be confident in their ability to care for their children, while minimizing stress and fostering their success in an atmosphere of comfort. We offer individual consults, group classes, a free support group, as well as products, including breast pumps, for new moms and babies.

Collegebound Saver

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Whether you are expecting a new addition to your family or you have recently welcomed a baby into the world, there is no better time than now to start saving for your child’s future. Fortunately, CollegeBoundbaby is here to help you get started! CollegeBoundbaby is a program administered by the state of Rhode Island to help new parents get a jumpstart on their child’s education savings. The program offers a $100 grant towards higher education to Rhode Island families with a baby up to 1 year old, with no fees, charges, or hidden participation costs. For more information or to enroll, please visit www.collegeboundbaby.com.

Preformance Physical Therapy

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Performance Physical therapy is a state of the art, physical therapy practice offering a variety of innovative services that help people of all ages achieve optimal physical function, Our expert team of dedicated therapists are specially trained in caring for women who are in need of pelvic floor rehabilitation or experiencing musculoskeletal issues during pregnancy and postnatal. We also offer aftercare for breast cancer survivors, therapeutic massage, and specialty programs for balance, running, sports medicine, pediatrics and much more. We have 14 clinics throughout Rhode Island and southern Massachusetts ready to get you better faster. For same day appointment or consult, call us at 401-726-7100

Whether you are hoping for an all natural experience or are in the “epidural, stat” camp, finding a provider who you feel comfortable with is incredibly important. Your obstetrician or midwife will be your go-to for questions throughout your pregnancy and has the important job of helping you bring your baby into the world. Take your time with this important decision, and if you don’t feel comfortable with your current provider, don’t be afraid to find someone new.

Lifespan Physician Group - Obstetrics & Gynecology

Since 1971, our dedicated team has provided exceptional care for women based on the latest research, technological advances and holistic approaches. We have a dedicated team focused on the needs of each individual woman.

We offer the full spectrum of gynecologic and obstetric services, including premier gynecologic care, adolescent health, routine and high-risk obstetrical care, midwifery, fetal testing, gynecologic cancer services, and more.

Offices in Providence, East Providence, East Greenwich, Warwick, and North Attleboro, MA. Call (401) 606-3000

Center for Obstetrics & Gynecology | Providence, East Greenwich, & Woonsocket, RI

OB/GYN Associates of Attleboro | Attleboro, MA

Partners in Obstetrics & Gynecology | Pawtucket, RI

Full Circle Health | Woonsocket, RI

Women & Infants | Multiple Locations, RI

GYNCARE | Providence, RI

Broadway OB/GYN | Johnston, East Greenwich, Woonsocket & Providence, RI

Bayside OB/GYN | Providence, RI

Multidisciplinary Obstetric Medicine Service | Providence, RI

Planned Parenthood | Providence, RI

Lifespan Physician Group – Obstetrics & Gynecology | Providence, East Providence, East Greenwich, Warwick, and North Attleboro, MA.

Rhode Island Home Birth Collective | RI

Center For Women’s Health | Wakefield, RI

Finding the right pediatrician is one of the first of many difficult decisions you have to make in your parenting journey. Take some time to familiarize yourself with the options, narrow it down to a few, and if you’re looking for personal recommendations from local mamas, be sure to join Providence Moms Blogs Community + Conversation Group on Facebook.

Atwood Pediatrics | Johnston, RI

Anchor Medical | Lincoln, Providence, & Warwick, RI

Waterman Pediatrics | East Providence, RI

Bald Hill Pediatrics | Warwick, RI

Narragansett Bay Pediatrics | Wakefield, RI

Narragansett Family Medicine | Narragansett, RI

Toll Gate Pediatrics | Warwick, RI

Children’s Medical Group | Providence, RI

Children’s First Pediatrics | Lincoln, RI

Dr’s Cannon & Vitale | Cranston, RI

Dr. Leena Davis | Warwick, RI

East Side Pediatrics | Providence, RI

Hasbro Children’s Primary Care | Providence, RI

Smithfield Pediatrics | Smithfield, RI

Kingstown Pediatrics | Kingstown, RI

Lincoln Pediatrics | Lincoln, RI & North Attleboro, MA

East Bay Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine | Barrington, RI

East Greenwich Pediatrics | East Greenwich, RI

Encompass Pediatrics | Pawtucket, RI

Ocean State Pediatrics | East Greenwich, RI

Blackstone Valley Pediatrics | Cumberland, RI & North Smithfield, RI

Barrington Pediatric Associates | Barrington, RI

Kids First Pediatrics | Woonsocket, RI

Northern RI Pediatrics | Cumberland, RI

Prima Pediatrics | Cumberland, RI

Partners in Pediatrics | Providence, RI

Pediatric Associates | East Providence, RI

Pediatric Primary Care Center at Memorial Hospital | Pawtucket, RI

St. Joseph Health Center | Providence, RI & Pawtucket, RI

South County Pediatrics | Narragansett, RI

Tanya Becker | Pawtucket, RI

Wakefield Pediatrics | Wakefield, RI

Lincoln Pediatrics | Lincoln, RI & North Attleboro, MA

Sturdy Pediatrics | Attleboro, MA

South Ave Pediatrics | Attleboro, MA

Pleasant Street Pediatrics | Attleboro, MA

What are specialty services? They are all the things you might not even realize you’re forgetting to ask questions about. Whether you are looking for the right baby carrier, or you want to get your fitness groove back on post-baby, our specialty services have you covered!

And although nobody wants to think about it, things might not go exactly as planned. If you are parenting a child with extra needs, you may want to to take a look through this section to point you in the right direction.

Carrier Connections

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Carrier Connections provides caregivers access to the wearable baby carrier. Through our educational and carrier loan programming we bring “babywearing” to everyone.

Who is Weldon for?

Parents of children 1-12 years old that are looking to receive guidance and advice on everyday parenting questions, promote their child’s healthy development and expand their parenting skills.

Who are the Weldon Pros?

Weldon Pros are child development professionals – school psychologists, behaviorists, counselors, and educators. They are licensed in their field and hold either a Masters or Doctorate degree. Additionally, they have 10+ years of experience working with children and families.

What do you talk about with your Weldon Pro?

Sessions are personalized for each parent but some examples include:

  • Grit, Resiliency, and Perseverance
  • Screen Time
  • Promoting Life Balance
  • Social and Emotional Well-Being (mindfulness, stress, anxiety, mood)
  • Discipline / Behaviors / Communication
  • Sleeping and Eating
  • Social Skills / Bullying
  • Grief and Loss

Rhode Island New Moms Connection | Various Locations, RI

Cranio-sacral therapy/OT/PT

Susan Steiner | Providence, RI

Sara Riley | East Providence, RI

Early Intervention | Various Locations, RI

Performance Physical Therapy | Various Locations RI & MA

Prenatal/Mom & Baby Fitness

Breathing Time Yoga | Pawtucket, RI

Sensei Fitness | Johnston, RI

Bristol Yoga | Bristol, RI

Body Kneeds Yoga | Cranston, RI

Diapers & Laundry & Dust, Oh MY!

Mama Blu Diaper Service | Various Locations, RI

On The Go Laundry |Various Locations, RI & MA

Effortless Laundry | Various Locations, RI

Freeway Laundry | Various Locations, RI & MA

Wash Queen | Various Locations, MA

Simplify Your Life | Various Locations, RI

Planning for the Future

CollegeBound Saver | Rhode Island

Feed. Change. Sleep. Repeat.

You have a baby and suddenly life seems like an endless loop of meeting the baby’s needs. Even the most accomplished of home cooks can feel defeated by the new challenges that motherhood brings, and cooking often has to take a back seat.

And after about four days, takeout pizza loses its appeal.

Check out some of our great meal prep/delivery options to help keep you and your family nourished during this exciting, but exhausting time.

Chef Craig Jones | Personal Chef, RI

Feast & Fettle | Meal Delivery, Multiple Locations, RI

Savory Fare | Meal Delivery, Multiple Locations, RI

Dream Dinners | Meal Prep, Plainville, MA

Munroe Dairy | Grocery Delivery, Multiple RI & MA Locations

Peapod | Grocery Delivery, Multiple RI & MA Locations

Whole Foods | Grocery Delivery, Multiple RI & MA Locations

For moms looking to nurse their children or even bottle fed and breastfeed, there is a wide range of resources available to assist with medical advice, emotional support, and tips and tricks to help mother and baby smoothly make this transition.

Healthy Babies Happy Moms | East Greenwich, RI

Root Home Breastfeeding | Richmond, RI (with in home services available in some areas)

Women and Infants Breastfeeding Support | Providence, RI & East Greenwich, RI

Chocolate Milk Cafe | Providence, RI

La Leche League | Warwick, RI & Providence, RI

Kent Hospital | Warwick, RI {New Mothers support group meets Wednesday’s from 10:30 -12:00}

Newport Hospital | Newport, RI {Postpartum support group held on Thursdays, 12:30 – 2:30}

South County Hospital | Westerly, RI {New Moms Support Group Friday’s 2:00 – 4:00} Wakefield, RI {New Moms Support Group Tuesday’s 10:00 – 12:00}

Women & Infants Hospital | Providence, RI

RI Baby Cafe | Providence, RI

Landmark Hospital | Woonsocket, RI

Performance Physical therapy is a state of the art, physical therapy practice offering a variety of innovative services that help people of all ages achieve optimal physical function, Our expert team of dedicated therapists are specially trained in caring for women who are in need of pelvic floor rehabilitation or experiencing musculoskeletal issues during pregnancy and postnatal. We also offer aftercare for breast cancer survivors, therapeutic massage, and specialty programs for balance, running, sports medicine, pediatrics and much more. We have 14 clinics throughout Rhode Island and southern Massachusetts ready to get you better faster. For same day appointment or consult, call us at 401-726-7100

Your body is your baby’s home. Biological children (or not!), your body will be your baby’s haven for years to come. Take care of it. If something hurts, get it checked out. Remember — it’s essential to take care of your health so you can take care of your little ones.

Revival Massage

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Restore, renew and revive yourself at Providence’s premier massage therapy studio! In addition to therapeutic and deep tissue massage, Revival Massage & Bodyworks specializes in prenatal massage. Our comforting Mother-to-Be Massage relieves muscle aches and tension associated with pregnancy. Clients have their choice of lying on their side using pillows for support or using our special prenatal cushion, designed to allow expectant mothers the opportunity to lie on their stomach during the session.

Bayside Chiropractic Bayside Chiropractic | Providence, RI & Seekonk, MA

DeCrescenzo Chiropractic | Multiple Locations, RI

Eastside Chiropractic Center | Providence, RI

Dr. Andrew Crellin | West Warwick, RI

Cowesett Chiropractic | West Warwick, RI

Haber-DiBoni Chiropractic | Smithfield, RI

Twin River Chiropractic | Smithfield, RI

Massage

Sara Riley | East Providence, RI

Eliza Williams Day Spa | Providence, RI

Still Point Massage | Providence, RI

Massage Therapy of East Greenwich | East Greenwich, RI

Island Massage Therapy | Newport, RI

Interwoven Care | East Providence, RI

Having a baby is a major life upheaval that brings not only physical changes but new responsibilities. It’s no surprise that new parents are particularly vulnerable. Mental health is health, and when kids come along, it’s more important than ever to take care of your health. If you are struggling with signs of post-partum depression or post-partum anxiety, don’t delay in seeking mental health services.

Postpartum Support & Counseling Resources

The Day Hospital | Providence, RI

Women & Infants Hospital | Providence RI

Butler Hospital | Providence, RI

Postpartum Support International | Rhode Island

Zencare | Various Locations, MA & RI

Support Groups

Postpartum Support International | Online Support

Kent County Hospital New Moms Support Group | Westerly, RI

New Moms Groups at Bellani Maternity| Warwick, RI

South County Hospital | Westerly, RI

RI New Moms Connection | Various Locations, RI

Miscarriage, Infant Death & Stillbirth Support Group | Providence, RI

Pregnancy After Loss Support | Providence, RI

Infant Loss Support Group | Providence, RI

According to Dona International, a doula is a trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to a mother before, during, and shortly after childbirth to help her achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience possible.

For many families, having a doula makes the birth and postpartum period infinitely more manageable. Starting or adding to your family is incredibly beautiful, but also one of the most stressful life experiences. Consider a doula to assist with much-needed support.

We saved the fun stuff for last! If you are looking for a gift for a new baby in your life, you’re going to want to check out some of the amazing businesses right here in our own backyard. These local businesses provide an incredible selection of high quality, unique and adorable products for little ones.

Calm-A-Mama makes herbal drops for mamas and babes. Always alcohol-free, organic and gentle enough for the whole family. Made by a local mama and sold in GNC and Whole Foods.

Henry Bears Park | Providence, RI & Dedham, MA

Bellani Maternity | Warwick, RI

Irish Eyes Design | Etsy & Pop-ups, RI

Olive Branch Baby | Online & Pop-ups, RI

Squigglybugs | Online & Pop-ups, RI

Calm A Mama | Online

Rooms To Grow | Warwick, RI

Ruby Sue Portraits | Online

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