Disturbing photograph

[BigSlick]

I understand that still borns in hospitals have a photograph on file in case the parents request it

[Just Kia]

I understand that still borns in hospitals have a photograph on file in case the parents request it

We were given the opportunity to spend time alone with our child and to take our own photographs.

[madpants]

What I find unbelievable is that someone paid £53 for it!

My daughter died in special care at 3 weeks old, we have a lot of photo's of her alive but they still took one of her after she died and gave it to me.  I had to give it to my mother because I couldn't destroy it but didn't want it in the house.

[Erato]

I was frequently asked to take such photographs of dead people - not just babies, but older children and adults, as well - when I lived in a small village.  I did not enjoy doing so but, in most cases, those photos were the only ones the family had.  I'm sure they would have preferred a living photo but it was too late.

[BigSlick]

I understand that still borns in hospitals have a photograph on file in case the parents request it

We were given the opportunity to spend time alone with our child and to take our own photographs.

It is comforting to know that you treasure your photographs and I sincerley hope they continue to be so treasured by all of your family and friends.