Bringing Up Bates star Erin Bates is facing “complications” after giving birth to her and husband Chad Paine‘s seventh baby.
Paine, 38, released a statement via Instagram on Monday, September 1, about Bates’ current condition, writing, “We wanted to thank each and every one of you for all the prayers and support you have given on our behalf. It’s been a week since our miracle, Henry came into the world. He is doing well in the NICU and is our bundle of happiness.”
After welcoming her and Paine’s son Henry, Bates, 34, developed an ongoing health issue.
“We had asked for prayer for recovery for Erin due to complications. Her labor was longer and more intense than previous births,” Paine continued. “She has been fighting through it and has been such a light and sweet testimony of grace to nurses, staff and doctors alike. We are all moved by her kindness and gratefulness in the midst of pain.”
Paine confirmed that Bates was still being treated in the hospital. “Erin developed a severe UTI and kidney infection, which sent her into septic shock,” he added. “She is currently still in the ICU as doctors continue to treat, diagnose and search for answers. We would covet your prayers for this beautiful girl who is such a light in a dark world. We are holding onto God’s promises.”
Days before the update on Bates’ health, Paine announced the arrival of their seventh child.
“After a long and emotional labor, our miracle arrived. Henry Blythe was born August 25th. 💙,” Paine wrote on August 25. “Henry is doing wonderful, but we would so appreciate your prayers for Erin as she continues to recover from some complications. We thank the Lord for carrying us through and for the gift of this precious boy. 💙.”
Bates previously shared her excitement about expanding her and Paine’s family again.
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“✨ Our family is growing! ✨ We are overjoyed to announce that Baby #7 is coming this summer! ☺️,” she captioned the April announcement via Instagram. “This journey to parenthood has been filled with love, laughter and even challenges. In our new video, we share the journey leading up to this moment, reflecting on the joy each child has brought into our lives. From the smiles and the difficulties to the big milestones, we are so grateful for God’s goodness. It is truly overwhelming. 💖.”
In addition to Henry, the couple share kids Charles Steven IV, 10, Brooklyn Elise, 8, Everly Hope, 7, Holland Grace, 5, Finley Marie, 3, and William Gage, 20 months. After welcoming their fifth baby — daughter Finley — Bates and Paine opened up about enduring several miscarriages before she got pregnant again.
“After consulting with our doctor, we realized having another baby was not going to be in our future. It was sad, just because we both really love kids, but I knew Erin’s health was the biggest priority, and we were overwhelmingly grateful for the four little blessings God has already given us,” the pair told People in 2015. “We were content knowing that God sometimes has a different plan than our own. As you can imagine, we were absolutely blown away when we found out the good news and really in shock!”
