I became an member of Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep this past March and I have already been on 2 calls. The amazing staff at The Le Bonheur NICU are always so sweet and gracious and I LOVE that they really care so deeply for every tiny patient and their families.
If you don't know about this organization, I've included some copy from their website along with a link. As a mother, I can't imagine the loss that these parents feel. And as a mother, I know I have to do whatever I can to help them through that. Images of your children are some of the most cherished things you will ever have. It's my pleasure to go into these situations ready to "serve" and give the gift of memories.
NOW I LAY ME DOWN TO SLEEP is a non-profit organization.
All proceeds go directly into the operation of this organization to help parents who are experiencing an early infant loss.
Pregnancy and birth are miraculous journeys. This amazing time of life is full of mystery, anticipation, joy, hope, and wonder. Feeling the powerful energy of birth and new life, watching as a new family is born unto each other. These things humble and amaze. These are the things that we celebrate when a baby is born.
But there is another aspect of pregnancy and birth. There is an unexpected place in this journey where some families may find themselves. When a baby dies, a world is turned upside down. There is confusion, sadness, fear, and uncertainty that cannot be explained. There is sorrow where there should have been joy. During this time, it might be impossible for families to know what they might need in order to heal in the future.
The Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep Foundation (NILMDTS) administers a network of nearly 3,000 volunteer professional photographers in the United States and eight International countries. At a family's request, a NILMDTS Affiliated Photographer will come to your hospital or hospice location and conduct a sensitive and private portrait session. The portraits are then professionally retouched and presented to the families on an archival DVD or CD that can be used to print portraits of their cherished baby.
Our entire network of affiliated professional photographers graciously donate their time and talents to our families and we are proud to be able to offer our services at no cost.Your Donations are greatly needed and greatly appreciated
http://nowilaymedowntosleep.org/
I'm honored to be a part of this group of Photographers.
Kiss your babies :)
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