Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep
Lisa Smith is an experienced photographer and digital retoucher with a professional background that spans over 15 years. Since February 2008, Lisa has been employed at Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep, specializing in photography and digital retouching. Additionally, Lisa has owned and operated Lisa Smith Photography since October 2005, providing a range of photographic services. Earlier experiences include a role as a volunteer photographer at the Stamford Museum from 2009 to 2010 and a photographer position at Sportography from March 2006 to September 2007.
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.