4,694 talking about this. And this year, the total will climb to 18. Many fans loved the idea of that selfless career. Welcome to the Duggar family blog! "Though there are still fears, concerns and uncertainties, we are taking extra precautions and praying for the safety of our little one," she wrote on Instagram. "There's no way to describe the joy in our hearts right now. Text us for exclusive photos and videos, royal news, and way more. Taryn Yager Photography. So thankful for all the skills my boys have learned getting to work with Chad! Introducing ... PEOPLE's Products Worth the Hype, COVID-19 can cause side effects in pregnancies. Michaela and her … Whitney Bates reveals to PEOPLE that she and husband Zach "unfortunately contracted COVID-19" shortly after learning they were expecting again. Bringing Up Bates spoilers reveal that there is good news to report for the Bates family. Tori told People, "It has been such a joy watching Kade and Kolter's sweet little friendship grow, and we are just over the moon to think about how perfectly Charlotte Raine will fit in with them. 3 — and grief over the miscarriage — was captured on the Christian family's UPtv reality show, which follows Gil and Kelly Jo as they raise 19 children and nine grandchildren … and counting! Lauren Duggar: Slammed by Josie Bates for Copying Her Style?! "It was a rough couple weeks for our family, with a lot of prayers going up for the new baby, but we thankfully have all recovered and feel healthy again.". Credit: Zach and Whitney Bates' family is expanding once more! Fans can catch up with the Bates family anytime on UP Faith & Family. Tori hasn't indicated whether her family will be complete once her third baby is born, but if not, she wouldn't be the first Bates child to have more than three; Erin is a mom of four, and Zachary's and Alyssa's babies will be their fourth, too. On Saturday, fans and followers of the reality show got to meet the cast members “new sidekick,” a puppy named Duke. The series debuted on January 1, 2015. Congrats sis." There are two pictures of her and one of them shows the proud grad in her nursing outfit. "It's a girl!" Pic credit: TLC. It feels like all of our free time is spent talking about and planning for this new little blessing that will soon fill our home with smiles and giggles.". Sister Alyssa said, "Awwwwww baby girl. Bringing Up Bates ' Whitney Bates Reveals She Is Having a Baby Boy: 'Jayden Carl Is on His Way'. "The more the merrier" could be the Bates family's unofficial motto. Whitney continues. They also have four grandchildren in heaven. Keep reading to get the exciting (and adorable) details. Alyssa Bates and John Webster from ‘Bringing Up Bates’ revealed that they’re expecting their fourth child together, and they couldn’t be happier to grow their family. Currently, Alyssa and John are expecting another baby (their fourth child) and just got a happy surprise. She adds, "We greatly appreciate your thoughts and prayers and thank you for all your love and support and excitement for our family through this special time! Bringing Up Bates – Michaella chooses a life of service as a nurse. she wrote. Tori Bates, of the ever-expanding Bringing Up Bates family, is pregnant with her third child. Carlin added, "Ahh!! "Knowing that COVID-19 can cause side effects in pregnancies, even after it has run its course, we are working closely with Dr. Vick to ensure the health and safety of our new little one, and so far everything is looking perfect!" 4 joining our family!" Of course, they are ecstatic to share with fans of the UPtv reality show. More: Erin Bates opens up about Season 3 of Bringing Up Bates The Bates family, like the Duggars, is very strict in their dating guidelines. Bringing Up Bates is growing! In January 2016, the couple announced their second pregnancy. The Bates family was previously featured on a 2012 TV series called United Bates of America, and it was announced in October 2014 that the family would return in a new series which would be called Bringing Up Bates. We're talking about the rumor that Jana Duggar and Lawson Bates are courting!. "We are so excited to announce that we are expecting baby number 3!" They shared two photos of her, and one of them revealed her in her nursing outfit. This little one will be their 3rd child and Gil and Kelly Bates' 18th grandchild. Zach is a member of the Bates family, who’s known for their show Bringing Up Bates. I'm so happy for you sister!". They also have two children (Caleb and Juilblee) in heaven.