'Bringing Up Bates' Kelly Jo Bates Shares Regrets For Mama Jane

Bringing Up Bates star Kelly Jo Bates is back with new updates following her recent health scare. The 58-year-old previously revealed that she almost didn’t survive while visiting Mama Jane and Papa Bill’s farm in South Carolina. She underwent two surgeries to remove a kidney stone. She already had a kidney infection, and she would’ve died if she waited for another day. Fortunately, Kelly Jo is now recovering and is back to her heartwarming posts. But she has regrets for Mama Jane amid her health condition. Keep reading to see her statements.

Bringing Up Bates: Kelly Jo Bates Back To Her Sweet Messages

Kelly Jo previously took to social media to thank all the people who have prayed and sent her positive messages amid her recovery. The Bringing Up Bates star then wished her granddaughter, Lexi, a happy birthday. According to Kelly Jo, she will always love her granddaughter’s big smile and joyful personality.

Kelly Jo Bates From Bringing Up Bates, Sourced From @thebatesfam Instagram

She also hopes that Lexi will continue to stay in touch and remember her, even when she turns into an adult. Kelly Jo added, “You’re a huge blessing to us all, & I love you so very much! I hope this birthday is the best one yet!”

Kelly Jo Shares Regrets For Mama Jane

Kelly Jo Bates also took to Instagram to share a lengthy message for her mother-in-law, Mama Jane, as she celebrates her 85th birthday. According to the Bringing Up Bates star, she feels so blessed to be married into Mama Jane’s family. However, Kelly Jo revealed that she regrets one thing. She said that she will need to postpone her regular trips to Mama Jane’s farm due to her recovery, adding that it has broken her heart to miss her big day. Kelly Jo continued, “I’m crying right now just thinking about it! I had such big plans for your birthday.”

Papa Bill, Kelly Jo Bates, Mama Jane, From Bringing Up Bates, Sourced From @thebatesfam Instagram

Kelly Jo also promised Mama Jane that she’ll make up for her absence once she gets stronger, adding, “I already miss you like crazy, and 4 weeks to wait to come back is going to pass by waaaay to slowly for me!”

Bringing Up Bates: Kelly Jo Bates’ Health May Cancel Huge Family Event

There are also speculations that Kelly Jo Bates’ recovery might affect an upcoming Bates family event. It’s none other than their “I Love You Day,” which is their alternative way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. The Bringing Up Bates stars dress up as characters from TV shows and movies for the event. They play so many games and make huge reveals, especially pregnancies. However, some fans worry that it may either get postponed or canceled as the kids focus more on their mother’s health.