Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep
Kathy Harris is an accomplished photographer and business owner with extensive experience in the photography industry, currently serving as the Owner and Lead Photographer at Realty Graphics since June 2011, specializing in real estate photography across Northwest and Central New Jersey. In addition, Kathy operates Harris Photography, Inc., providing a wide range of services including weddings, portraits, and maternity sessions since August 2002, and leads Harris Photography since February 2002. Kathy is also a volunteer photographer for Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep, assisting families experiencing early infant loss since September 2006. An active member of the North Central Jersey Association of Realtors since January 2013, Kathy has held multiple leadership positions in the Professional Photographers Association of New Jersey, including President of the North Region from May 2012 to June 2014, contributing to the professionalism and standards within the field.
Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep
NILMDTS offers the gift of healing, hope and honor to parents experiencing the death of a baby through the overwhelming power of remembrance portraits. Professional-level photographers volunteer their time to conduct an intimate portrait session, capturing the only moments parents spend with their babies. Parents are gifted with delicately retouched heirloom black and white portraits free of charge. These priceless images serve as an important step in the healing recovery for bereaved families. NILMDTS remembrance photography validates the existence and presence of these precious babies by honoring their legacy. NILMDTS recruits, trains, and mobilizes professional quality photographers around the world. Through NILMDTS, medical personnel are given a meaningful option to offer bereaved parents by creating remembrance portraiture for their babies. Through further engagement in the organization, such as the NILMDTS Remembrance Walk and online support, families become a part of a compassionate and supportive community. Parents gain a sense of inclusiveness, alleviating the alienation and perception of being alone in their pregnancy or infant loss journey.