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Erin Bates Paine and Newborn Son Go Home After 18 Days, With Ongoing Leg Impairment

Doctors are still searching for a clear diagnosis following septic complications that included a lengthy seizure.

Overview

  • The Bringing Up Bates star shared her first personal update, posting that she and baby Henry were discharged after nearly three weeks in the hospital.
  • Erin reported she still has no function in her right leg, noting that follow-up care and testing will continue.
  • Family updates say a severe UTI and kidney infection after Henry’s Aug. 25 birth led to septic shock and an ICU stay.
  • Her pastor previously described a 15‑minute grand mal seizure during the hospitalization, while recent imaging was described by Chad as looking good.
  • Henry was released from the NICU after 18 days, as the family thanked supporters online and addressed both encouragement and criticism of shared hospital videos.