Having meaningful conversations about safer sleep

This engaging and practical course is designed for professionals who work with families and want to feel more confident in having effective, compassionate conversations about safer sleep and reducing the risk of SIDS.

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Training overview

This engaging and practical course is designed for professionals who work with families and want to feel more confident in having effective, compassionate conversations about safer sleep and reducing the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Whether you are in health, early years, social care, or another family-facing role, this training will guide you on how to approach these important discussions at the right time, in the right way.

You’ll explore how to recognise and make the most of reachable moments, those key opportunities where parents and caregivers are most receptive to information. The course also helps you understand your role and boundaries in these conversations, and what support you can offer

Through practical guidance and real-world examples, you’ll learn how to identify both verbal and non-verbal cues from families, navigate sensitive topics, and ensure your messages are heard and understood. You’ll also be introduced to the latest leaflets and resources that can support your conversations, with guidance on how and when to use them.

Cost per person: £12

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Key skills

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Recognise the value of meaningful conversations about safer sleep and SIDS with families.
  • Confidently make use of reachable moments to share information and support.
  • Understand your responsibilities and limitations when discussing safer sleep with families.
  • Identify key verbal and visual cues that suggest when a family might need information or support.
  • Ensure that all parents and caregivers are included in safer sleep discussions.
  • Locate and make effective use of the latest resources and leaflets designed to support these conversations.
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4098

professionals trained in our safer sleep advice last year.

98 %

of professionals said they can apply our training to their daily work.

95 %

believe The Lullaby Trust's training is of a high quality.

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    What professionals say about our training

    I feel able to listen out for certain comments from parents around sleeping, to then provide safer sleep advice.

    Professional
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    What professionals say about our training

    I'll look for more opportunities to talk about safe sleep, and I'm feeling more confident in what I'm saying.

    Social services worker
  • An illustrated woman is leaning over the cot to where her baby is

    What professionals say about our training

    I will feel more confident in initiating and generally having more open conversations with parents about safer sleep.

    Family support worker
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    What professionals say about our training

    This training enhanced my ability to provide accurate, evidence-based guidance to families and caregivers, ensuring they have the knowledge to create a safe sleep environment for infants. It will help me confidently share key messages on reducing the risk SIDS and promote best practices in my role. It strengthened my ability to engage with the community effectively.

    Public health improvement/promotion professional

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