Hearts have gone out to Dana and Arkell Graves this week, following the news that the mum-to-be was in ‘critical care’ and their son had to be delivered at just over 24 weeks.

 

Last night, Dana herself took to social media to confirm that she had given birth to her son, and to share an update on their progress.

 

“Kaleb Arkell Graves was born yesterday at 10/20/2015 at 1:08pm. He is tiny in stature but he is a fighter. He is in stable but critical condition,” she wrote.

 

Kaleb Arkell Graves was born yesterday at 10/20/1015 at 1:08 PM. He is tiny in statue but he is a fighter. He is in...

Posted by Arkell & Dana's Baby Bun on Wednesday, October 21, 2015

 

Dana went on to recall how she was given an ultimatum by medics when she arrived at the hospital: abort her baby to save her life, or go ahead with the birth and take her chances. For Dana, the choice was obvious.

 

“They told me in order to save my life, I had to terminate his. My blood pressure was 223/113 but I couldn’t. He was my miracle and I had to give him a fighting chance to make it. With only a 5% chance of survival, Kaleb is here. I’m grateful to God, my wonderful husband Arkell and my amazing family,” she added.

 

Dana became an internet sensation after sharing a video of Arkell’s reaction when she surprised him with their baby news. After telling him that there were ‘some buns in the oven’ while he prepared their dinner, Arkell found an ultrasound scan photo of their baby and grew incredibly emotional.

 

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Graves family at this time.

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