Newborn Dies in Hospital—When Mom Hears About an “Abandoned Baby” on the 5th Floor, She Know It’s Answer to Prayer

Katie Butler

Braxtel spent more time in the hospital being treated for a variety of illnesses, but eventually, Josh and Katie were able to bring their son home.

“Caring for Brax has not in any way replaced our loss of Dewey,” Josh said. “Rather, Braxtel has given us a reason to keep fighting and to keep loving. It would be so easy to lose hope and to be depressed. Even though we tend toward selfishness, Braxtel helps us to remember that our lives are not about us first but putting others first.”

The now-2-year-old shares the same medical equipment and specialists the Butler’s had previously used with Dewey.

Still connected to a breathing tube, Braxtel communicates using sign language.

“He’s experienced such healing, such supernatural healing, and we are so grateful,” said Katie.

The couple shared their story on Monday night’s episode of American Ninja Warrior, where Josh competed on his sons’ behalf as one of the 14 rookies in the Daytona, Florida, finals.

The Butlers hope that in sharing their story, others will find peace in their circumstances, and healing.

“Through sharing our story on ANW, we want others to know that there is a purpose to your life, that God has a purpose for you, in the good and especially the bad,” Josh said.