Erin Bates Paine Faces Life-Threatening Septic Shock After Birth Of Her 7th Baby

Erin Bates Paine is experiencing a health scare after the birth of her and husband Chad Paine's seventh child, Henry. The happy occasion turned into a frightening one when Erin suffered serious complications in the hours following delivery, leaving her in the ICU in septic shock.

Chad Paine broke the heartbreaking news to fans via Instagram on Sept. 1, asking them to pray and help support his wife's recovery. "We had asked for prayer for recovery for Erin due to complications," he wrote. "Labor was longer and more intense than previous births. 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." "Erin developed a severe UTI and kidney infection, which sent her into septic shock," Chad explained. "She is currently still in the ICU as doctors continue to treat, diagnose, and search for answers." 

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The health emergency has, however, come with a silver lining for the family. Their baby boy, Henry, is in the NICU, where he continues to do well, providing the family with some hope during a tough time. Chad stated that the focus right now was on all the prayers and the sense of community for the situation. "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," he said. Supporters of the Bates family have joined hands on social media to send prayers and well wishes for Erin's speedy and healthy recovery. They're a family of deep faith and close ties, and the family, who have repeatedly turned to their faith and supporters in hard times, is willing to lean on it again.

We've always admired Erin Bates for her grace, optimism, and love for her family. And it's her strength and kindness in the face of heartache and the unknown that still inspires those who follow the Bates family's journey. So while the family perseveres through this medical challenge, fans pray for Erin to make a full recovery and be back with her husband and seven children before long. This health scare is a stark reminder of just how challenging the postpartum period can be for new moms, and how crucial it is to seek medical help if you develop any complications. Fans are asked to keep Erin Bates Paine in their thoughts and prayers as she fights to regain her health.