Michaela Bates & Brandon Keilen Suffer Heartbreaking Loss

Bringing Up Bates star Michaela Bates Keilen recently suffered a heartbreaking loss. The 34-year-old wife of Brandon previously gushed over how “phenomenal” their February was. They’ve been sharing vlogs with some of the younger Bates as well. However, the second Bates child and her husband revealed some sad news this month. Keep reading to see their sad announcement.

Bringing Up Bates: How Are Michaela Bates & Brandon Keilen Today?

Michaela and Brandon have been busy sharing vlogs over the past few weeks. The Bringing Up Bates stars recently uploaded YouTube videos with some of the younger Bates where they make hand and footprint crafts, draw a shark, and even make marbled gift jars. Many are also impressed by the married couple and believe that they would do great as elementary school teachers. Some fans also think that Michaela’s close relationships with her younger siblings played a significant role in why she won her second “Biggest Heart Award” during their annual “I Love You Day.”

Brandon Keilen & Michaela Bates From Bringing Up Bates, Sourced From @brandon_michael_jn15 Instagram

Michaela & Brandon Suffer Heartbreaking Loss

Michaela and Brandon recently took to IG Stories to share heartbreaking news for the fans. According to Michaela, her sister-in-law, Heather Keilen, just passed away. The Bringing Up Bates star said that she only knew her for eight years and that they lived on opposite sides of the country. Due to this, they didn’t get to see each other very often.

Michaela Bates & Brandon Keilen From Bringing Up Bates, Sourced From @brandon_michael_jn15 Instagram

But Michaela Bates Keilen is thankful for all the time they spent together. “Loss is painful but knowing that Heather is at peace in our Savior’s presence is comforting, she added. It was also revealed that Heather Keilen died in a car accident. Many members of the Keilen family have also paid tribute to the mother of three.

Bringing Up Bates: Michaela Bates’ Adoption Process

Many fans have also been curious if Michaela will continue to pursue adoption, especially now that many of her sisters are expecting their own children. The Bringing Up Bates star previously revealed that she wants the process to remain private if she and Brandon ever adopt.

Michaela Bates From Bringing Up Bates, Sourced From @brandon_michael_jn15 Instagram

Some Redditors also discovered that she already had one failed adoption, making fans curious if she had already given up. However, Michaela Bates Keilen revealed that IVF is no longer an option for her due to her health condition, leaving her and Brandon with no other choice but to adopt.

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