Amid fresh flowers, apple pie, and a circle of parents who understand, we rediscovered the wild wonder of childhood — and the ways Ocean State Kids continues to grow, evolve, and rise with every season.

In this heartfelt reflection, OSK parent Sam Sweet shares how motherhood and community have reshaped her life. Through Ocean State Kids, she found friendship, belonging, and courage—learning to release fear and rediscover joy in simple moments, like searching for crabs with her children. Her story is a reminder that growth often begins in the smallest, most unexpected places.

This invitation is about pushing forward and building the kind of strength it takes to carry more than most people could ever imagine. Starting in November, join MF Training on Thursdays from 11:00–12:00 pm for a one-hour small group personal training session designed especially for mothers and caregivers—and the best part? Carrier-age kids are welcome.

Ocean State Kids is deeply grateful to Sofia Sinclair and her family’s restaurant, YaiYai’s Cafe in Middletown, RI, for their generous donation. Sofia, an inspiring mother, entrepreneur, and longtime supporter, embodies wholehearted wellness and community. Her thoughtful gift fuels our mission, reminding us that the greatest growth often comes from friendship, shared values, and the courage to start fresh—from scratch.

This space isn’t just about play—it’s about presence. It’s about coming back to ourselves. The forest now holds a new kind of magic—one where both child and parent are seen, heard, and held.

Learn more about the Westerly Wildflowers, Nurture The Mother's Group Circle, and the Wahaneeta Preserve.

Let us normalize showcasing the beauty of fathers in action, and the immeasurable gift they bring to a child’s life.

But here’s what I’ve come to believe: we don’t lose ourselves in motherhood—we evolve. Motherhood doesn’t erase who we are; it chisels away what isn’t needed and slowly reveals who we were meant to become all along.

Last night was our first-ever Nature Guardian meeting: a gathering of the most passionate, invested, wildly brave parents who have shaped Ocean State Kids into what it is today.

an invitation to slow down and reconnect with the mothers of the Ocean State Kids community, once a month.

Musical performance is one of the most dynamic ways to engage a child’s sensory system.

Discovering Ocean State Kids opened my eyes to a world of parents embracing the same lifestyle.

Ocean State Kids is one of 1,380 organizations across North America participating in the Neighborhood Forest 16th Annual Free Tree Program.

An incredible morning exploring the vibrant life of a working farm with the Owl Adventure Club.

A seaside adventure to Jamestown, where our mission was simple yet exhilarating—harvesting clams at low tide, secretly thrilled for dinner.

We’ve learned something I wish I had known sooner; we are allowed to go at our own pace—every day, every session, every season.

Though I am stepping down from leadership, I eagerly look forward to joining you at future meetups across Rhode Island.

Ocean State Kids is partnering with Neighborhood Forest to inspire youth environmentalism and help green our community!

Owl Adventure Clubs moves into "The Barn" with South County Land Trust and Sarah Clarke's outdoor program overview looks ENCHANTING!

As we put the finishing touches on our Annual Report, we want to take a moment to celebrate the parents who make it all possible. 💛