Bringing Up Bates star Erin Bates returns to social media with new updates about her health. Many fans have sympathized with Erin following her health scare. She suffered from multiple complications after giving birth to her seventh child on August 25, 2025.
Erin was diagnosed with severe complications, including septic shock, resulting in her long stay at the hospital. It came to a point where most members of the Bates family begged for prayers as the chances of Erin not surviving significantly increased. Keep reading to see Erin’s latest health update.
Bringing Up Bates: Erin Bates Gives Updates On Leg After Almost Becoming Bedridden
Erin recently took to IG Stories to answer several questions from fans. One of them asked about how her leg has been after struggling to walk for several weeks. According to the Bringing Up Bates star, her leg is getting better today, and she thanks the lord for it.
Erin Bates – Instagram
She added that everything about her recovery feels like a miracle. Erin also shared a photo of herself outdoors while carrying her newborn baby. It indicates that she can now perform more physical activities than before.
Aside from her recovery, some fans wondered about how Erin was able to stay slim over the years. She answered, “This actually made me laugh! I don’t feel slim, but I do try to eat very healthy, and move as much as I can!”
Erin Expresses Gratitude
Erin later shared another IG Story thanking her fans who prayed and sent her heartwarming messages during her recovery. The Bringing Up Bates star revealed that it has been a slow process, but the support she’s been getting makes everything much easier. According to Erin, receiving messages about worried people is a humbling experience. She wrote, “It is humbling to know that people that I have never met in person prayed for me during such a scary time in our lives. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
Erin Bates – Instagram
It also appears that Erin is getting help from one of her siblings while she’s still recovering. She uploaded a photo with Ellie, who’s been one of her most reliable sisters when it comes to babysitting. Erin then shared new details about her future school plans for her kids. She told a fan that she’ll continue homeschooling her children until the lord gives them a new path. She sees homeschooling as a huge blessing, as she can be with her kids and give them a Christian education.
She said, “It’s a beautiful gift-being present for their days and giving them an education that’s tailored to how they learn, grow, and thrive. A Christian education is so important to us!”
