Pregnant women, birthing people, parents, and carers who have recently welcomed a baby are encouraged to participate in a short survey. The survey aims to gather insights on when and how safer sleep advice was received from maternity services, its clarity, and potential areas for improvement.
Participants are also asked about the suitability of the advice, their comfort in asking questions, and what additional information or support would be beneficial. The feedback will assist NHS Essex in identifying effective strategies and enhancing support for parents and carers throughout Essex.
Clare Angell, Director for Strategic Commissioning for Children and Young People/Learning Disability and Autism at NHS Essex, stated, "We want to hear about what helped, what was easy to understand and what could have been better. By sharing their experience, people can help us improve advice and support for families across Essex."
The anonymous survey takes approximately five minutes to complete and will remain open until 5pm on Monday, 23 November 2026. Participants can share their experiences by completing the safer sleep survey on Essex Virtual Views, NHS Essex’s platform for feedback on local health and care services. Individuals can also register with Essex Virtual Views to be informed about future opportunities to provide input.
