Women And Infants Hospital Of Rhode Island

This study tests if lying on your side with a peanut ball between your legs during labor can help babies turn to the right position and reduce the need for C-sections or forceps delivery. 200 pregnant women with babies facing the wrong way will be randomly assigned to this positi…

This study looks at whether patients and doctors in a family planning clinic find it acceptable to discuss and start PrEP, a daily pill that prevents HIV. About 83 English- or Spanish-speaking patients aged 16 and older, along with their doctors, will take part. Patients will rec…

This large study tests a collaborative care model (COMPASS+) that adds a mental health care manager to regular obstetric care for pregnant and postpartum people. The care manager offers short-term therapy, tracks symptoms, and works with doctors and a psychiatrist to create perso…

This study looks at whether pairing families who have a baby in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) with a community doula can lower their stress. About 60 families will take part. Some will get weekly doula visits for 6 weeks, while others will receive standard care. Researc…

This study aims to improve health outcomes for pregnant people in Rhode Island by connecting them with community health workers, doulas, and services like food and housing help. Over 4 years, about 3,000 participants will receive this support at 6 clinics. Researchers will compar…

This study tests whether combining gentle mouth exercises with extra talking and reading in the NICU helps preterm infants (born 23-30 weeks) learn to feed by mouth and develop language skills. Researchers will track how quickly babies start and complete oral feeding, and measure…