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Area of Science:

Developmental Psychology
Child Development Research

Background:

High-quality developmental science relies on consistent and diverse participant recruitment.
Recruiting infants for research studies presents significant logistical challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

To introduce and evaluate a novel recruitment technique for infant participants.
To assess the efficacy of laboratory-based, no-strings-attached playdates for participant recruitment.

Main Methods:

Implemented weekly laboratory playdates offering toys, refreshments, and student supervision for infants.
Tracked attendance rates for playdates and subsequent agreement to participate in research.
Monitored follow-up rates for research appointments after initial contact.

Main Results:

Consistently hosted 2-3 new parent-infant dyads per week through playdates.
Achieved an 88% agreement rate for future research contact among playdate attendees.
Secured an 81% return rate for research appointments from contacted parents.

Conclusions:

Laboratory playdates are an effective strategy for enhancing infant participant recruitment.
This method significantly increases participant numbers and strengthens community relationships.
The approach offers valuable training experiences for research students.