**sensitive topic** Stillborn photography

**Jo+3** · March 11th, 2008, 03:15 PM

What a beautiful thing to do. Instead of feeling sad I actually feel quite uplifted that there are people out there who really care. Life is to be cherished no matter how long it lasts.

**DrGirl72** · March 18th, 2008, 03:25 PM

I also sat in tears when I looked at the nilmdts website.. it is truly beautiful and lovely to know that such a service exists. thank you for telling us about it.

**Visitor9** · March 18th, 2008, 08:46 PM

It is something that hospitals should be aware of too, my photos were taken by the pathologist so they are very clinical. But I have never had the strength to get them developed and see them on paper because I am scared that someone that does will not see the beauty.

**fionas** · March 18th, 2008, 08:59 PM

Thanks for posting that SaraJane. I think it is hard for anyone who has not experienced a stillbirth to appreciate just how devastating it would be; but I think looking at those beautiful photographs has just deepened my understanding much more than words ever could. Very, very moving and a terrific service.

Thanks again.

**SHELL 70** · April 3rd, 2008, 10:15 PM

Can't stop crying, I think this is the most beautiful idea for us parents of stillborn babies. We took a few photos of our little Angel which are not the best quality but it is all we have so we treasure them dearly. Although Carly's memory is etched in my heart forever, a special portrait would definately help! Thank you for sharing this thread.