Kaia Rae Bates

As they anticipate the arrival of their baby girl any day now, Trace and Lydia Bates decided to announce the name they have chosen. Lydia had the first name picked out a couple years ago, but she considered a few possibilities for middle names. Their daughter will be Kaia Rae Bates. In their most recent vlog, the couple shares the meaning behind the two names and how they made their choice. They also share some pregnancy updates. Fun fact: This baby will share a middle name with her five-year-old cousin Layla Rae Stewart. 

Gender Reveal for Baby Paine #7

Erin and Chad Paine announced about a month ago that they are expecting their seventh child. Now it's time for them to announce the gender of the baby, who will join their family this summer. As most of you know, the Paines have four daughters (Brooklyn Paine, Everly Paine, Holland Paine, and Finley Paine) and two sons (Charles Paine and William Paine). If you notice, we wrote Charles and not Carson. That is because the eldest Paine child, who was known as Carson until recently, made the decision to be called by his given name, which is Charles. 

We won't spoil the news here, but you can head over to Erin and Chad's YouTube channel to watch them share the gender with their kids.  

Keilens Welcome 2 Kids

The Bates family continues to grieve the last of their beloved Papa Bill. In the midst of their pain, Michaela and Brandon Keilen have been overjoyed to enter a new stage of life: parenthood. After years of praying for children, they had the unexpected opportunity to become foster parents, and they took it. They now have two boys in their home, ages three and newborn. They don’t know how long they will have the kids, but they are cherishing every moment. They made a video about Papa Bill’s passing and this new chapter. 

Papa Bill Bates, 1938-2025

It has been a difficult week for the Bates family. Their beloved Papa Bill, Gil Bates’ father, passed away on May 13th, while under hospice care. His full name was William Gilvin Bates, but people called him Bill. He and Mama Jane would have celebrated 61 years of marriage on May 24th, which is also Alyssa and John Webster’s 11th anniversary. We know that Mama Jane and the rest of the Bates family would appreciate prayer as they grieve the loss of Papa Bil. If you would like to learn more about his life, you can read his obituary. 

Lydia is 35 Weeks Pregnant

Lydia Bates is 35 weeks pregnant with her daughter. In early April, Trace sent Lydia on a girls' beach trip for her birthday, and a few weeks later, Trace, Lydia, and Ryker took a family beach trip. They are back home now and eagerly awaiting the arrival of their little girl. Josie Balka, who is also pregnant, threw Lydia a flower themed baby shower for family and friends. You'll see footage from the party in Trace and Lydia Bates' latest YouTube video.