Today’s very sad😭news!! Josie Bates Balka shares big tragedy and heartbreaking news about her newborn, Brooks Hallum Balka
Bringing Up Bates star Josie Bates Balka and her husband Kelton Balka have welcomed their fourth child — a precious baby boy named Brooks Hallum Balka — but the joyful moment quickly turned into a deeply emotional journey.
Shortly after his birth, tiny Brooks had to be transferred to the NICU for specialized care. Josie shared the difficult update with fans, expressing both the fear of the last few months and the overwhelming gratitude she feels now:
“Our sweet Brooks made his arrival earthside and is spending a little extra time in the NICU getting the care he needs, surrounded by the most incredible nurses, doctors, and so much love.
These past few months have held many moments of fear and concern, but God has been so faithful and near through every single stage of this journey. His protection over Brooks has carried us.
Thank you for loving our family, lifting our tiny fighter up in your prayers, and celebrating every step forward with us. 🤍
As we sit here watching our baby boy improve daily, we are so thankful!”
🍼 A Difficult Pregnancy Filled With Fear
Sources close to the family reveal that Josie experienced several complications during her pregnancy, leading to weeks of anxiety and uncertainty for the Balka family. Every doctor visit, every test, and every waiting period came with heavy worry — but Josie says her faith carried her through.
🙏 A Tiny Fighter Surrounded by Love
Baby Brooks, weighing 7lbs 1oz and measuring 19 inches, is being closely monitored by NICU specialists. The family shared that he is already showing signs of progress, fighting hard each day with incredible strength for such a little one.
Josie and Kelton have been by his side nonstop, watching their newborn son’s condition stabilize and improve. They’ve expressed deep gratitude for the NICU team and for the outpouring of love from fans and the Bates family.
💗 A Family Leaning on Faith
With three older children — Willow, Hazel, and Miles — eagerly waiting to bring their baby brother home, Josie says the experience has reminded them of the fragility of life and the power of faith.
The Balkas continue to ask for prayers, hope, and positivity as baby Brooks grows stronger each day.
🩵 Please Keep Baby Brooks in Your Thoughts
The journey has been emotional, exhausting, and frightening — but the family remains hopeful, trusting that Brooks will soon come home healthy and safe.
Fans everywhere are sending prayers, love, and encouragement to the Balka family during this tender and challenging time.
