Dana Griffin-Graves and her husband Arkell Graves welcomed their son Kaleb eight years ago. He was born on October 20 premature at only 24 weeks via an emergency C-section. Their initial video of Dana telling her husband she was pregnant quickly went viral.
Even though the journey has been rough while Kaleb (nicknamed “Baby Buns” after the video of the announcement of Dana’s pregnancy went viral), the family keeps all those who are praying and sending warm thoughts, prayers and even gifts, abreast of Kaleb’s incredible journey. That journey continues as he just turned 8 years old!
Before Kaleb was born, the couple who endured FOUR miscarriages and one stillbirth to bring forth this miracle baby. That’s why this, and every birthday for Kaleb, is a celebration.
On their facebook page, the couple recently shared the good news:
“They said he wouldn’t make it…but God!”
“We are so thankful for every miracle we’ve witness in his life and grateful God chose us to be his parents. He’s been abundantly blessed & he’s celebrating at Great Wolf Lodge. Instead of gifts for Kaleb , please consider donating to our nonprofit to help other NICU families.
Happiest 8th Birthday to our SONshine! #13ozofFaith #Babybuns”
During his first year of life, Kaleb had to stay in the hospital and was monitored constantly. On their facebook page 8 years ago, the family shared some great milestones that shows how Kaleb is growing stronger day after day.
A Long Journey
We take a look back at an old message that detailed how he was doing just a few weeks after he was born.
“The little guy continues to grow, weighing 3 pounds 6 ounces, up from the mere 13 ounces he weighed when he was born,” it says on their official facebook page.
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“We never know the plans God has for our life.
We never know our strength until we are faced with adversities and we never know the impact we make until we know and understand our purpose.
Can you believe, Kaleb “BabyBuns” turns 3 months today. We reflect on how much he has accomplished, from 13 oz to 3 lbs 9 oz and drinking 1 oz (30 ml) every 3 hours. God has been faithful with His promise and Kaleb has proven he is true fighter!
On Jan. 25th Poppa & MommaBuns will be featured on the ‘RachelRay Show’ to discuss the viral video and Kaleb’s progress. We are humbled by this and grateful for each of you.”
Here are some other older pictures that remind us of the love and support little baby buns had before he was even born!
Here’s to many, many more years of life Kaleb!
