Another Duggar On the Way!
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Looks like there’s not going to be a shortage of Duggars anytime soon.
Joshua Duggar, 21 – the oldest of 18 kids born to Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar of Tontitown, Ark. – and his wife, Anna, 20, are expecting a baby of their own.
“I am very excited and am learning new ways every day that I can be there for my wife,” Joshua tells PEOPLE. “I thought that she would be the only one going through the emotions of pregnancy, but I’m right there with her.”
So “right there” that it was actually Joshua who gave Anna the big news.
“I took the pregnancy test, but I couldn’t bear to look at it because I didn’t want to be disappointed,” Anna explains. Joshua managed to keep the positive test a secret and announced it to the whole Duggar family, including Anna, later that night. “I said, ‘You’re going to join the Mommy team,’” Joshua says.
The couple’s happy news was first reported on Monday’s Today show.
Source: PEOPLE
– Alicia Dennis
- Posted on Apr 13, 09 at 8:00PM
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April 13th, 2009 at 8:11 pm
Congrats to them. When were they married again? Was it December?
April 13th, 2009 at 8:12 pm
Congrats to them! I wonder what letter theme they’ll go with.
Interesting that Jim Bob and Michelle will now be grandparents! I wonder if they’ll continue to add to their family as well.
April 13th, 2009 at 8:17 pm
interesting. i know it says keep comments polite and they seem like a caring and tight wonderful family but i think there is a time when you need to stop having kids i mean 18 is a bit much, but im not the one raising them! i guess congratulations to the family and the new couple im sure the baby will be raised with love. I think its time for Michelle and Jim Bob to stop with the kids as their kids are getting older and they can enjoy their grandkids! However I think they they teach their children great morals and handle their kids very well. you can tell all the kids help eachother and the amount of love in that family is enormous!
April 13th, 2009 at 8:21 pm
I hope they have a healthy baby, but they are still so young. I wish they had just taken some time to just be a married couple.
April 13th, 2009 at 8:23 pm
Great news for the Duggers!!
April 13th, 2009 at 8:24 pm
Personally I think they should’ve waited to try and start a family but… whatever. Congrats to the second generation of Duggar children.
I hope they don’t get their own spot on TLC because that would be too ridiculous.
April 13th, 2009 at 8:29 pm
Congrats to them.
April 13th, 2009 at 8:29 pm
Wow here come more duggars.
Heard they are not going with the j theme.
Wonder how many kids they will have?
April 13th, 2009 at 8:34 pm
I plan on growing as a couple for several years before introducing children into our relationship, but they both come from families that are accustomed to a different way of doing things, and are proof that there is no right or wrong, only that what works for everyone differs between us all.
April 13th, 2009 at 8:35 pm
Congrats I love that family.
April 13th, 2009 at 8:37 pm
congrats to Josh and Anna. Wish you all the best with the new bundle on the way
April 13th, 2009 at 8:41 pm
wow! I was surprised to hear it wasn’t the parents and actually happy it was the oldest son! Now the duggar parents can be happy to be grandparents! I was curious to know what kind of living does joshua do to raise his new family? he’s quite young 21, like my neice who just had a baby! My question is just out of curiosity and not to be disrespectful!
April 13th, 2009 at 8:42 pm
They’re due October 12, FYI.
I’m happy for them, because they seem so happy about it. We know that baby will be so loved! Here’s hoping the name is semi-normal!
April 13th, 2009 at 8:47 pm
Congrats to them! Knew this wouldn’t be a long wait. I’m excited to watch the family grow.
April 13th, 2009 at 8:49 pm
How exciting! I watch the Duggar’s show, although not regularly, and they seem to be a family that is quite happy – so this new baby will have no shortage of love. I watched the Duggar wedding and thought Josh and Anna were very sweet, I figured it wouldn’t be long until we heard this announcement. Anna is adorable and I am sure the baby will be beautiful! Congrats to them!
April 13th, 2009 at 8:50 pm
congrats- i’m sure josh will be a great dad with all the practice he’s had!! that is one BIG family
April 13th, 2009 at 8:51 pm
Congratulations…you people are fertile!
April 13th, 2009 at 8:52 pm
As the oldest of 11 kids, I understand where Josh and Anna are at, and would offer them congratulations and blessing on their new family.
My daughter is 3 years younger than her youngest uncle, and they are already great friends.
Josh and Anna have great role models for parenthood.
April 13th, 2009 at 8:54 pm
Congrats to them. My best friend has serious issues with the duggar family. She feels like the world is overpopulated already. If each duggar kid has 5 kids thats 90 grandchilden!
April 13th, 2009 at 9:06 pm
I’m a huge fan of the Duggars. Many congrats to them.
April 13th, 2009 at 9:06 pm
Congrats! They seem like a totally devoted couple,im so glad they will be becoming a family of three. I love the duggars!
April 13th, 2009 at 9:10 pm
I’m so happy for them! I was wondering how long until a little dugger grand babby came along. They are such a cute couple, congrats to the both of them. Can’t wait to see this little one!
April 13th, 2009 at 9:11 pm
congrats to them!
April 13th, 2009 at 9:11 pm
I was actually expecting this announcment a few months earlier. I am not surprised.
April 13th, 2009 at 9:13 pm
Wow! They’re young! But oh well! They’ve definitely got a terrific role model of parenting in Michelle and Jim Bob. I admire how well behaved, respectful, patient, and thoughtful their children are. They are a loving family!
April 13th, 2009 at 9:20 pm
I cant wait, I love the big family. My daughters Avlyn, Joelis, Milliana, Love the show as do I.
Congrats to the family.
Allison.
April 13th, 2009 at 9:21 pm
I’m so happy for them! I’ve been waiting for baby news from them ever since I heard they got married! They seem like a very loving couple so I have only best wishes for them and their unborn child!
April 13th, 2009 at 9:25 pm
Oh that is awesome news! Congrats to them =)
I love this entire family for raising such amazing children.
April 13th, 2009 at 9:25 pm
Congrats! I love 18 kids and counting AND the Duggar family. We may not share the same strong Christian values but I really respect them, and the ability to stay sane with all those kids. I hope Josh and Anna have a beautiful child (with a beautiful name that probably wont start with J!) and have a good pregnancy! Congrats!
April 13th, 2009 at 9:28 pm
It’s funny that Anna says she wants a big family b/c on The Duggars show when asked if she wanted to have kids as her mother-in-law she said “Noooo!” I hope he just let’s his wife’s body heal after this first child. I’ve heard child birth is big strain on a womens body and she should really wait 2 years to have her next child.
April 13th, 2009 at 9:30 pm
Congrats to Josh and Anna! I doubt they will have a hard time finding a good babysitter!
April 13th, 2009 at 9:31 pm
Congratulations to Josh and Anna and the entire family. Children are a blessing. I wish them and safe and healthy pregnancy and delivery.
April 13th, 2009 at 9:31 pm
Congrats to them! I heard they’re considering the letter M, in honor of Michelle. Is it too early to start guessing Grandchild #1’s name?
April 13th, 2009 at 9:31 pm
MZ, they married in September.
April 13th, 2009 at 9:33 pm
This is really exciting. I think they seem like really nice people and I don’t know why people are so annoyed with the parents having so many children. Although they can’t give each child as much individual attention, each child is well cared for and they all seem healthy and happy. It’s not really anyone’s business how many they have, as long as they support them all with their own money, no welfare or government aid. I’m be more concerned about people who can’t financially support a family having 2 or 3 kids that tax payers are supporting, not these people. Not trying to start a debate, just stating my opinion.
April 13th, 2009 at 9:33 pm
Ha, love the first line!
April 13th, 2009 at 9:49 pm
Wonderful news! I pray she has a healthy and great pregnancy! And to the person that asked what Josh does, he owns and operates a used car dealership
April 13th, 2009 at 9:49 pm
G!na, I’ve read that Josh makes a living as a car dealer.
Congrats to Josh and Anna!
April 13th, 2009 at 9:53 pm
Now this is the news everyone was waiting for and expecting. Josh and Anna made no secret they wanted to start a family from day one. Yes, they are very young, but they did things a heck of a lot differently than today’s teenagers of who as the statistics report 60% have already had sexual relations by the time they are 16 and need we be reminded of the high teenage pregnancy rate. At least these two are now in their early 20s and married so I don’t see how they can be deemed “too young” or whatever.
Anyway, what I am surprised with is how long it took for them to get pregnant. Either they were having a bit of fertility issues at first or were actually taking their time since they got married September 26, and if the baby is due October 12, then it them 4 months to get pregnant.
I’m just waiting for Jim Bob and Michelle to announce baby #19 is on the way, hehe.
Congratulations to Josh and Anna.
April 13th, 2009 at 10:02 pm
My friends issue, was with overpopulation. She’s a geology/enviormental statistics major..so the subject is dear to her heart. I can understand/respect their religious beliefs personally. Plus the issue isn’t space as much as it is selfish use of resources. The Duggars are an oddity(thanks you!) and not a common occurrence at all.Maybe they can go to Japan where more people are dying than being born.
April 13th, 2009 at 10:09 pm
Ya know, this family has grown on me! I found them to be a little strange at first but after watching the show for a few months, I really like them. They seem to follow their hearts and I can appreciate that. Although I find myself wanting to give Michelle and Jim Bob a makeover
Congrats to Josh and Anna! I suggest using the letter C for their name theme. So many cute names for boys and girls begin with the letter C.
April 13th, 2009 at 10:11 pm
I think that they should have waited since they didnt seem to date very long and have that bond. They should have taken time to be a couple and be together. But obviously that is their choice. Congrats! I wish you the best of luck!
April 13th, 2009 at 10:12 pm
Josh and Anna are part of the quiverful mindset. The quiverful mindset means that you don’t use any form of birth control. You simply allow the Lord to decide how many children you have and when you have them. I am of the same mindset and was thrilled to hear that they were expecting their first blessing. Congratulations, Josh and Anna! That baby will be well loved and they will certainly have no shortage of family to help them out. It’s just my opinion, but that’s the way it should be.
April 13th, 2009 at 10:14 pm
Congratulations. It must be a major life change, having first kissed your husband on your wedding day and very quickly making the adjustment to have your first child. I wish them the best.
April 13th, 2009 at 10:14 pm
Congrats to them!!!
Don’t see anything wrong with it! Yes, they are young, but they are married. Lots better than those 14-15-16 years old getting pregnant…
April 13th, 2009 at 10:16 pm
I am so incredibly overjoyed for Anna and Josh! I have been waiting for CBB to post this news and was online all day for the official announcement. As a christian myself I truly value their perspective on children as a blessing. While I can’t imagine raising more than 3 children, they will have a great example that it can be done. I pray for a healthy pregnancy and birth for this couple. Congrats again~
April 13th, 2009 at 10:21 pm
doesn’t surprise me they’re expecting already. i thought their courtship and subsequent marriage all happened relatively quickly. they’re young, but i’m sure they’ll have help and support from josh’s family. best of luck to them.
April 13th, 2009 at 10:27 pm
Yah for them, it’s great that they were able to conceive so quickly. It’s lovely that it’s fulfilling what they both want.
It’s definitely not my thing though the way that Josh announced it. I mean, to keep it secret from Anna, then to announce it in front of EVERYONE in the family? Also, I’m assuming both families, otherwise it REALLY wasn’t a fair thing to do. What a way to find out you’re pregnant! I would have felt weird about that.
It would be nice if Michelle and Jim Bob could turn their attentions to being parents and grandparents now though… Seriously that woman’s uterus needs to be put out to pasture. She has a whole ‘garden of flowers’ now, so it’s really time. They are pushing their luck with her health and the well-being of any future child.
April 13th, 2009 at 10:29 pm
Congrats! This is truly a blessing! And as its been mentioned above, no shortage of babysitters!
Here’s to a healthy baby!!!
April 13th, 2009 at 10:34 pm
In this week’s (or last week’s) People they had an article about the Duggar’s and Michelle said they aren’t done having kids yet.
She said she loves having a big family and grew up being the same age as her nieces and nephews. So she and Jim Bob continuing to have children would not be such a outrageous thing either.
April 13th, 2009 at 10:36 pm
I’m so happy for them! I’m positive that they will be wonderful parents… mainly because unlike most people these days raising kids they actually have experience with children and they have good morals and a very large and supportive family. Congratulations Josh and Anna!
April 13th, 2009 at 10:41 pm
First of all – Lisa, it’s the eldest son and his wife who are pregnant, not Michelle and Jim-Bob again. It might be a good idea to read the article properly prior to posting comments.
Secondly, congratulations to Joshua and Anna on their impending new arrival. They seem like a nice couple, and certainly Joshua strikes me as being quite mature for a 21-year-old. Well, I suppose that’s inevitable when you’re the eldest of eighteen.
I’m actually quietly hoping that they won’t go with a ‘letter theme’ at all. It’s got to be easier to give the babies names that you like at the time of their birth, rather than being forced to choose ones with the same letter all the time. And let’s face it – they’ve been married for six months and they’re both in their very early twenties – they’ll probably have 20 kids before they hit forty. Why restrict it to one letter and make naming kids #10 through #infinity really difficult?
April 13th, 2009 at 10:42 pm
“Anyway, what I am surprised with is how long it took for them to get pregnant. Either they were having a bit of fertility issues at first or were actually taking their time since they got married September 26, and if the baby is due October 12, then it them 4 months to get pregnant.”
I just wanted to respond to Eternal Canadian’s comments–4 months is not a long time to get pregnant, nor does it signal fertility issues, even in a young couple! 12 months for some doctors or 24 months for others–depending on the age of the couple–is considered long, and time for concern.
Anyhow, congrats to the expectant parents! I’m sure the baby will be well-loved.
April 13th, 2009 at 10:49 pm
Yes, they are young…but they are MARRIED! Congrats to them.
April 13th, 2009 at 10:52 pm
“Anyway, what I am surprised with is how long it took for them to get pregnant. Either they were having a bit of fertility issues at first or were actually taking their time since they got married September 26, and if the baby is due October 12, then it them 4 months to get pregnant.”
I don’t think 4 months is a long time. I read somewhere that the average woman who doesn’t use birth control takes 9 months to get pregnant. So I actually think this was quick.
April 13th, 2009 at 10:53 pm
I’m not surprised about the newest addition to the Duggar family. For some reason I watched the TLC Duggar Wedding Special and it was clear that this couple subscribes to the same ideology as their parents which means that they will have as many kids as God will allow them to have.
In my opinion, just because God will allow you to have 18 or 20 kids does not necessarily mean that you should. The Duggars are lucky that they can financially support such a large family but I do not think it would be prudent for a poor family to do the same thing.
One thing I will say about the Duggar family is that all of the children are well mannered and behaved. The wedding was simple and was obvious that there was a lot of love. I respect the Duggars personal choices even though I would not go down the same path.
April 13th, 2009 at 10:58 pm
“I think they seem like really nice people and I don’t know why people are so annoyed with the parents having so many children.”
At the risk of starting a debate: I’m not necessarily upset about the number of children, but the way they are raised, with the siblings raising the younger kids. I don’t care how many children a family has if the parents can afford them AND take care of them, but just being able to afford them isn’t good enough in my book. It takes more than money to raise children well.
April 13th, 2009 at 11:01 pm
I’m not going to pretend I understand or agree with their family mindset but children are truly a blessing. I wish them a healthy pregnancy and safe delivery.
April 13th, 2009 at 11:08 pm
I think they should use the letter K and start with the name Keller which is Anna’s maiden name. Wouldn’t that be cute? Although I do like the idea of using M to honor Michelle – since she has a house full of Js.
I do often wonder if Anna’s parents feel a little slighted in all this though, living so far away and given the celebrity status of the Duggar family…although they did approve of their daughter marrying into the family.
Congrats to the cute couple.
April 13th, 2009 at 11:18 pm
Congrats to Josh and Anna! But on a side note…I’m glad to see she’s wearing capris. All of the ladies have only worn skirts, so good for her.
April 13th, 2009 at 11:33 pm
I am so happy for them! Being from the Bible belt, I understand that when you have a good foundation of common morals and values and beliefs and hopes and dreams for your future, there really is no reason to date for a very long time. My family is very similar to theirs — my mother had 11 siblings — and there is very, very little divorce among us although all of us were told we would end up divorced by people who don’t understand because we dated for less than a year and saved ourselves for marriage. I think they will be just fine.
And I just have to shake my head at the comment about Josh “letting” his wife rest. I think it’s fairly obvious that he hardly raped her, and she has the freedom to choose when and how she has children, just as other wives. This ridiculous idea that people have that Christian wives are dominated and beaten and cowering is just ignorant. All of my friends envy me my husband and how he dotes on me. So I found that comment very disrespectful.
April 13th, 2009 at 11:35 pm
I ♥ this family. I think Michelle and Jim Bob are so kind and loving. They have a very large family but it’s what they want and the type of life they strive for. Hey if they like it we love it. I love when Michelle talks. Her voice is so sweet and soft spoken. She speaks with a firm but kind voice when she talks to the children. I was not surprised to see that there will be a grandbaby added to the family. CONGRATS to Anna and Josh!! ♥ You will make wonderful parents. Plus, you have a great example and lots of help from your parents and all the siblings Josh has!!
April 13th, 2009 at 11:36 pm
I am SO happy for them!!!!!
I got married in my early 20’s and was 5 months pg on our first anniversay, I miscarried before that or we would have already been parents by our first anniversary. We ended up having 3 under 3 for a while and jsut had our 4th. We are done and very happy. What a blessing they have coming.
I think I read that Josh either owns/manages a car dealership in Arkansas.
And FYI…it can take up to a year to concieve even if there are no fertility issues at all. So getting pg 4 months after getting married would not in any way show fertility problems..:)
April 13th, 2009 at 11:37 pm
How wondeful for Josh and Anna as well as for both their families! The first grandchild is always so very exciting. Just knowing the family will continue on, there is nothing like it! I know they are young, but Josh and Anna seem like such impressive and lovely people, I have every belief that they will be just fine! Having so much experience as an older brother, I’m sure Josh will be a natural as a father. Can’t wait to see the baby!
April 13th, 2009 at 11:53 pm
Carly — I was thinking the same thing about her saying she definitely didn’t want that many children… However, she herself comes from a family of eight kids, which to her may be a “big” family. She, like most of the rest of us, may consider 18 kids a bit beyond big… a bit extreme even.
I say congrats to them. I do think they’re young, but to each his own. I know plenty of young couples who started their family within the first year of (or even before) marriage and are very happy with that.
I do have to laugh when they say they will except all the blessings God wants to give them because they don’t believe in birth control. There are other ways to not get pregnant ya know, not the least of which is practicing a little “self” control :O)
But again, to each his own. Congrats to the future parents and to the future grandparents!
April 14th, 2009 at 12:06 am
Well said, Cassie!
April 14th, 2009 at 12:29 am
I could not be more opposite than these people. I am a hippy type lesbian mama who chooses to raise my children in a completely different way. However, despite our differences, I LOVE this family. I am so happy for Anna and Josh! Cant wait to see their family grow! Congrats to all of them!
April 14th, 2009 at 1:00 am
Congrats to them!! This is a couple who did things right, get married first, then get pregnant!!! How many celeb couples fail to set an example by doing the opposite and then act as if it’s no big deal???
April 14th, 2009 at 1:02 am
Congratulations, Josh and Anna! I’m thrilled to bits for both of you, as well as the rest of the family! I can hardly wait to see a picture of the new little one, and I wish you nothing but the best! God Bless You!!!
April 14th, 2009 at 1:09 am
Wow! Congrats to them, and of course to all the cousins of the new one on the way!
April 14th, 2009 at 1:22 am
Congrats to Joshua and Anna.
April 14th, 2009 at 1:24 am
Awesome! I am also conservative Christian…and shocker…didn’t have sex til marriage. I have two kids, ages 1 and 2, and cannot wait to have more! I am so excited for them. God Blesses us with children! I have nothing but respect for the Duggar Family. They are awesome…God Bless!
April 14th, 2009 at 1:26 am
Hooray for over population…
April 14th, 2009 at 1:55 am
Be fruitful and multiply indeed!
April 14th, 2009 at 2:44 am
I plan on having at least five, but I also don’t plan on being a walking, talking womb like the women these families raise.
April 14th, 2009 at 2:52 am
I personally like the duggers, but Josh’s attitude towards sex and marriage always bothered me. I fell like because he never was exposed to normal relationships he has an odd view of relationships and marriage. He talked about sex in his wedding episode and his views on marriage really bothered me. In the webisode all about their pregnancy (http://tlc.discovery.com/videos/18-kids-and-counting-season-1-webisodes/) he says “our activities have changed because of the pregnancy.” is he talking about sex? because if so, that’s sort of insensitive.
April 14th, 2009 at 3:24 am
“Anyway, what I am surprised with is how long it took for them to get pregnant. Either they were having a bit of fertility issues at first or were actually taking their time since they got married September 26, and if the baby is due October 12, then it them 4 months to get pregnant.”
4 months to get pregnant and you are questioning “how long it took for them to get pregnant”?! 4 months is not long–maybe they planned that with natural BC methods. yikes, can a newlywed couple just enjoy each other for a bit?
April 14th, 2009 at 3:35 am
Congrats to them!! I can’t wait to see what name they go with. That baby is sure to be beautiful, because his/her parents are gorgeous.
Actually, I just watched a video posted by Josh and Anna ion the Duggar site on Discovery Health, and Anna said that their due date is October 18th.
April 14th, 2009 at 4:33 am
Eternal Canadian, what is so surprising about taking 3/4 months to get pregnant? That is not a long time and in no way whatsoever should indicate fertility issues. :\
Congratulations to the couple.
April 14th, 2009 at 5:20 am
It’s going to have plenty of Aunties and Uncles.
April 14th, 2009 at 6:06 am
Awwww, congrats. I was wondering when this announcement would come about. They’ll definitely be great parents!
Congratulations:
Josh, Anna, Jim Bob, Michelle….
Jana, John-David, Jill, Jessa, Jinger, Joseph, Josiah, Joy-Anna, Jeremiah, Jedediah, Jason, James, Justin, Jackson, Johannah, Jennifer and Jordyn.
Wow that list is long….
April 14th, 2009 at 6:35 am
How exciting! Congrats to Josh and Anna!
April 14th, 2009 at 7:55 am
To me they are too young and it’s kinda sad. Josh wanted to be a lawyer and since he didn’t go to college and will probably have 20 children I don’t see this happening. I wonder how they will make it working for the dad’s used car lot in a small house provided by the duggar parents. Will all the duggar children work for dad (since non of them have gone to college or other formal training) and receive a house from their parents?
April 14th, 2009 at 8:04 am
Congrats. Maybe they could use the letter A for Anna.
There are so many nice names with the letter A:
Aaron
Andrew
Amber
Alyssa
Ava
Aidan
Abigail
Alexander
Allison
Amelia
Amelie
Adam
Avery
Alexis
Alexa
Alexia
Alanna
Amy
April 14th, 2009 at 8:19 am
I’m excited for them – I was with my fiance for seven months when we discovered we’re expecting our first – on October 15th, 3 days after Josh and Anna Duggar! We’re definitely not going to have more than a few children, though!
April 14th, 2009 at 8:38 am
A first baby is always exciting, sure. But I hope that Anna is not expected to follow in her in-laws’ footsteps and that she will be able to decide for herself (and not leave it up to nature!) when she’s has enough children – whether that’s 2 or 4 or 12…
April 14th, 2009 at 9:04 am
I am happy for them, but I really wish they had just waited a while. Considering they waited so long to ‘be together’… they should’ve enjoyed more couple time together.
But a baby is a miracle & a blessing. I’m sure this baby will be very much loved.
I’m a big fan of the Duggars… just seems so weird that Jim Bob & Michelle will be grandparents. More babies for them??
I think now that they’re grandparents, they should stop. I mean, they do have EIGHTEEN children!
April 14th, 2009 at 9:28 am
Congrats to them. I totally expected JimBob to announce #19! I guess more power to them and their kiddies, at least they can support them. Goodness, I guess there is no sexual drought in their house!
By the way, the huffington post had an article about this family and their rate of procreation. If they and their kids keep it up in a 200 years there will be more Duggars than the population of Vermont.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/04/13/how-long-until-the-duggar_n_186261.html
April 14th, 2009 at 9:37 am
“Congrats to Josh and Anna! But on a side note…I’m glad to see she’s wearing capris. All of the ladies have only worn skirts, so good for her.”
*Vici I just wanted to clarify that the girls are allowed to wear modest pants. Jessa and Jinger are often seen in jeans (more usually when they travel) but Michelle has stated that most of the girls prefer to wear skirts (I know I love them!) Also, as far as the number of children they will have, it really is up to God (per their belief). I also have the belief that God is in control of families and you will never have more than you handle. This is obvious with Michelle because she is such an amazing mother and can run a household every well. There are PLENTY of Quiverfull families who are small with only 2, 4 or even 0 kids. Being quiverfull isn’t about having a large family, it’s just about giving your family desires over to God…and he will grant the desires of your heart. Josh and Anna very well may have upwards of 15 children or less than 5 for all of we know. What is most important to them and what I wish them is that God’s blessings will continue to be abundant in their lives. Congrats again~
April 14th, 2009 at 9:45 am
While I believe in birth control and don’t subscribe to the Duggar’s beliefs. I repsect their choices, they have many children and can support them all without debt. I have more respect for the Duggars and how they raised their children then the Octomom and Jon & Kate plus 8. They seem to really care for their children, they can support them and the kids seem well-grounded. They don’t seem to be using their family. If you can afford it and don’t put your burden on others have as many kids as you like. I prefer my two children.
April 14th, 2009 at 10:06 am
While I may not agree with the quiverful mindset, I have to interject something following this comment:
“There are other ways to not get pregnant ya know, not the least of which is practicing a little “self” control :O)”
If you’re a Christian family following Biblical teachings, then you’re also taught that as a husband and wife, you’re not to “deny yourselves or your spouse except in times of prayer, fasting or during the menstruation cycle”. You’re also taught not to do this unless both parties agree. The purpose behind that is decreasing the temptation for either party to cheat and it keeps your needs met by your spouse. That said, “self control” was practiced by both Josh and Anna during their teenage years and courtship: they have the right to have sex as much as they’d like within the covenant of their marriage, which is a tenant of Christianity.
April 14th, 2009 at 10:33 am
Anna is not wearing capri’s. In another picture that was on MSNBC it is a long skirt. She just has it pulled to look like capri’s. But anyways congratulations to Josh and Anna. How very exciting!!!!
April 14th, 2009 at 10:38 am
Just to correct those who are saying the Duggars support themselves and their children 100%. The Duggars get considerable help both from their church and others. Charity and donations of food and household appliances provide in large part for their lifestyle.
April 14th, 2009 at 11:08 am
Many congrats to them! I am also a “young” mom. Married at 21 and our first baby arrived 9 months later when I was 22. I’m now 26 and have 2 kids. I wish I could be as free with my fertility as the Duggars and not have to limit how many babies we have. But there are too many things we have to consider, money being the biggest issue! My husband always says if we had more money we could have more children. Sad but true. Glad their lifestyle works for them though!
April 14th, 2009 at 11:33 am
Wow, overpopulation.
April 14th, 2009 at 11:33 am
I had to roll my eyes a bit, because I can only imagine what is going to happen with these two. I do wish them all the best, but really, I’m just worried that Anna is going to become another baby-making machine, just like Michelle Duggar. It is, ultimately, up to Anna. However, I do not think that your grandchildren and child should be in the same grade. If they were ever looking for a reason to stop, becoming grandparents would be a good reason!
April 14th, 2009 at 11:45 am
The Duggars basically have sold the privacy of their family to TLC. I don’t buy the garbage that JimBob Duggar spews about being free from debt…face it, if JimBob had not pimped his family out to TLC, they would still be building their mega-house and would be living in a cramped 3-bedroom rental house (or worse). TLC basically stepped in with their own contractors and construction crew, furnished that home, donated appliances, etc. Michelle hands her infants off to her older daughters at 6 months of age to start working on the next baby. Her daughters have no choices in their lives, as does Anna. They are raised to think all they can do is pump out baby after baby and have no say in anything in their lives. This family frankly disgusts me and I don’t know why the media fawns all over them. Josh Duggar has no skills to support himself, let alone a wife and child. Daddy “gave” him a used car dealership and they live in a dumpy rental home that belongs to a family member. TLC is funding all of the Duggars. Don’t flame me as I am entitled to my opinion.
April 14th, 2009 at 11:53 am
“You’re going to join the Mommy team”?
Yuck.
April 14th, 2009 at 11:55 am
As much as I am not a fan of the Duggar crew I can see no reson to criticize them. They support their children fully (All 18 of them!). They clothe, feed, educate, install values and love these kids themselves. They certainly have a different style of parenting then most but remember, different does not equal wrong.
Congrats to Anna and Josh! This baby will have tons and tons of aunts and uncles to play with.
April 14th, 2009 at 11:59 am
I do hope it is up to Anna, what will happen if she thinks 3 or 4 children is enough for her family? I hope that will be accepted.
The people believing that God only gives as much as you can handle. What about the world can handle? Of course we are lucky that there are only few people that live by this principle because if everyone would have 20 children we would have ig problems with over populations, starvation etc.
April 14th, 2009 at 12:12 pm
Congratulations to them! I hope their names will be a little bit more modern then than some of the Duggars! Haha, in any case, I’m very happy for them. Anna seems like she’ll be a great mom!
April 14th, 2009 at 12:33 pm
Actually, the population of the Western World is barely at replacement levels. In some European countries it’s below that. Populations with more older than younger citizens are not sustainable.
April 14th, 2009 at 12:34 pm
eternalcanadian, it takes the average healthy woman 6-12 months to get pregnant. I am glad they didn’t have fertility issues its incredibly painful. My husband and I have been married since December 2004 and have been seriously ttc since December 2005.
“StephanieF Says:
April 14th, 2009 at 1:24 am
Awesome! I am also conservative Christian…and shocker…didn’t have sex til marriage. I have two kids, ages 1 and 2, and cannot wait to have more! I am so excited for them. God Blesses us with children! I have nothing but respect for the Duggar Family. They are awesome…God Bless!”
My husband and I have did everything right and yet we are still going through infertility, and newsflash there are a ton of us concservative christians that suffer with infertility God has yet to Bless us. God blesses us with children felt like a slap in the face There are people out there who are good and would make amazing parents yet month after month we are saddened. It sounded like look at me I’m fertile! be a little more sensitive next time.
we also get when its your time, are you telling me that its a 13 year old’s time when they get pregnant? I don’t think so
April 14th, 2009 at 12:37 pm
Jinxy, I can’t help but agree with you on a lot of your points. I think having your older children raise your younger ones is not fair. Children have a right to be children and shouldn’t be raising the younger kids. I guess that is their system but I personally don’t agree with it.
April 14th, 2009 at 12:42 pm
I too have issue with the oldest raising the youngest. I don’ care about the circumstance, if one of you’re children has THAT big of a hand in caring for a sibling you are a bad parent. I can understand the concept of the siblings helping but the mom literally cannot give these kids love and attention….and I’m sorry gods word, was written during a time where a woman could have 10 children and only 2 would survive to adulthood. I wish people would realize it and I half wish the lord would come down and edit.
April 14th, 2009 at 12:45 pm
Andrea,
I don’t think Stephanie meant that God loves her more so therefore God blessed her with children. She was making a factual statement that God has blessed her with children. I get what she’s saying. I think you are more sensitive with the subject and I see why. Yes, Stephanie is fertile. Good for her. Some women are more fertile than others. It’s a fact of life. Deal with it.
April 14th, 2009 at 12:53 pm
Oh good….another child to exploit on television. The apple doesn’t roll too far from the tree.
April 14th, 2009 at 12:55 pm
Angi Says:
April 13th, 2009 at 8:21 pm
I hope they have a healthy baby, but they are still so young. I wish they had just taken some time to just be a married couple.
Are you kidding??? These are Duggars, their whole life is based around popping kids out. Just wait, in the next couple of years you’ll be hearing about the next child in line giving birth.
April 14th, 2009 at 12:59 pm
I wish her a safe and healthy delivery and baby.
That said…no one implied anything about rape. It’s asinine to even mention that. It is widely known that pregnancy is hard on the body. Pregnancies back to back to back increase the risk of hemmoraging, uterine rupture, prolapse, etc, etc and also age plays a part for risk(for Michelle).
Both of those men have always been outspoken in their want for large families and the women are very outspoken with their ‘head of the household’ and submitting as a wife. Those two together can create an enviroment where things are done because they think that is the only way. No hurt or abuse involved, let’s get that straight right now. It’s just ‘what’s done’.
I’m shocked Michelle has a regular OB/GYN that WILL treat her. She has to be very high risk between age and number of children/in a certain number of years. I’d be willing to bet that’s why she had a c-section and will probably have them for the next children she has.
I am as Christian as the day is long. Christ died on the cross for my sins. Even that being said, I take birth control. My body is my own. No man will ever dictate how and when to have sex or children. I deny my husband nothing, because he feels the same way. And I can virtually GUARANTEE you that when I get to Heaven there will be no qualms with me spacing children, and treating my body like the gift is IS and allowing it to heal and become strong again before having baby after baby. My husband respects my body, too. He realizes how much childbirth and pregnancy take from a woman. Just because you are FERTILE and ABLE doesn’t mean you should have babies back to back. It doesn’t mean a body can handle it.
If that is ‘doting husband’…then I’ll take my plain old husband any day of the week.
April 14th, 2009 at 1:07 pm
Well said Jenn. I have two autistic sons yet don’t get offended when people talk about their healthy children or how the baby’s gender doesn’t matter as long as it’s healthy. Some people, like Andrea, look for reasons to be offended because they believe the world revolves around them.
Every child is a blessing and I’m happy for Josh and Anna.
April 14th, 2009 at 1:30 pm
as a 23 year old, i’m really impressed with joshua’s comments. good for him!
April 14th, 2009 at 1:43 pm
pinkfluffgirl, Michelle had a c-section because the baby was in transverse (sideways) positioning, *not* because Michelle was in poor health due to the number of pregnancies she’s had. And Jim Bob has said that he leaves the number of children they have up to Michelle, and she in turn leaves it up to God. He does not “dictate how and when to have sex or children.” Please get your facts straight before you criticize them.
This is supposed to be happy news, I don’t know why so many people are turning it into something negative. If they are able to provide for their children without leeching off of the government, then I say let them have as many as they want. I know of people can’t even do that for two children. And I don’t see the big deal about donations. People offer and they accept. It’s not like the Duggars are out there begging for handouts.
Moving on, I’d like to offer my congratulations to Joshua and Anna. : ) I hope the pregnancy and delivery go smoothly and that they’re able to ignore the “haters”.
April 14th, 2009 at 2:03 pm
Sorry, but this “quiverful” idea raises the hair on the back of my neck. Woe he or she that applies this tenet (of leaving all in God’s hands) to all areas of their lives, like medical care! I have no issue with the Duggar family’s values & way of life except for this one key thing, like I stated above: that women should be able to decide for themselves when enough is enough. My own Catholic grandmother had 16 kids. My older aunts remember my grandmother’s jags of crying during her later pregnancies, when she found herself yet again with child and struggling with the farm and housework. How horrible is that to witness?
I look at Anna’s happy young face in the photo and think of all the Duggar girls and hope that they’ll be ok.
April 14th, 2009 at 2:06 pm
Congratulations! Love this family. So glad they are raising their children with good morals and good character. They are a light in our increasingly negative world.
April 14th, 2009 at 2:12 pm
I knew this would happen soon or a later bc I saw a clip of her taking pregnancy test and saying something like, “I thought it would happen sooner!”
I have tried to watch this show but to me it’s just a bit cheesy in the fact that the Duggers really imho brainwash the older children and many of the older kids are always being responsible for the little guys and I just don’t think it’s right. However it’s not my family and not my life so whatever floats their boat I guess is on them.
I heard that Josh and Anna, just like Josh’s parents, are leaving it up to God to decide how many children they have. And I believe Michelle and Jim Bob’s beliefs on this all started when Michelle was on birth control and got pregnant but lost the baby. I do wonder if she ende up having a miscarriage while not on birth control what her beliefs would be then??
April 14th, 2009 at 2:22 pm
I love the Duggars and was definitely waiting on this announcement!
I don’t know why Josh and Anna are already being criticized though… they don’t even have one child yet! We don’t know how many they will have, and I don’t really think that is anyone’s business except their own!
I think it is clear from watching the show and reading about the family that neither Anna or Michelle are being forced to have children! Michelle clearly loves all of her children and has said that there can never be too many! I’ve never heard her complain about her multiple pregnancies either, or pregnancy in general except for normal morning sickness. Her OB/GYN said that she was in excellent condition for having so many children and has only had 3 c-sections ever. As for Anna, Josh read the pregnancy test for her because she was disappointed because she had taken previous tests (maybe in the days or months ahead, I’m not sure) and they were negative. She obviously really wants this baby and is not being forced!
I wish people would just be happy for them because ALL BABIES are such a blessing!!
April 14th, 2009 at 2:28 pm
Yay Josh and Anna. I love the Duggars!! I was hoping they would start their own family soon. I love the idea of going with some sort of theme. Someone had a good idea about K names for Anna’s maiden name, Keller. I love that. I also like J names for the boys like Josh and A names for the girls in honor of Anna.
Anyway good luck with everything Josh and Anna.
Also, regardless of what people believe these two people have done nothing to deserve some of the rude comments left on here. Don’t listen to them guys. Go enjoy preparing for the baby!!
April 14th, 2009 at 2:29 pm
To the person who said TLC funds this family….wow you couldn’t have been more………right!!!
Just like Jon and Kate. Jon has stated he is sort of not sure about the future of the show as it’s hard for him to be in the spotlight yet Kate sits there and goes, “well we will be back!” This is a woman who never started off on this show as anything other then a tired looking ordinary mother. Now because of their fame Kate has had tummy tucks, teeth work, hair, makeup, not to mention the beautiful glow tan she now sports! How does any mother of 8 have time to look that “perfect” it’s called TV and a hefty salary from it. Not only that but I heard that she now wants more control over the show and who gets on it and gets paid to be on it. Whether this is all true or not I just can’t help to think that these poor families are exploiting themselves and for what??
The Duggar’s get a pretty hefty paycheck from TLC and not to mention they’re on Discovery Health too. If you think for one second they “worked” to get that house that’s a bunch of BS. They survive the way they do by basically having their family on tv. And it’s ashame because the way the economy is I bet if they were any other person with 18 kids they’d be struggling. And then you get other people out there who think, “well let me have 8 kids at once and maybe I too will get a show, fame, and loads of cash!”
April 14th, 2009 at 2:52 pm
Congratulations to them…But really I think if I was the one being told I was pregnant by my husband..I would like to hear it before 20 some other people do as well.
April 14th, 2009 at 3:01 pm
My comment wasn’t approved because all I said was “disturbing”. To be honest with you, this is disturbing to me. All this family is doing is pimping their children out to a network. I don’t agree with it and I can already see that this poor girl is going to be turned into a “baby making machine”. In my honest opinion, disturbing is the best word I could use for this situation.
April 14th, 2009 at 3:07 pm
I’m not a fan of the show, nor do I follow them, but who doesn’t really “know” of the Duggars? With that being said, I wish them a healthy pregnancy.
My biggest issue with the story is Josh choosing to tell Anna she was pregnant. I would have wanted that moment to be an intimate one between my husband and I, where we could enjoy it ourselves, not with our entire family (and several TV cameras) watching.
April 14th, 2009 at 3:17 pm
congrats to them. if they choose to have more like the grandparents do,bless them. I for one couldn’t have that many kids. i already had four,and after having my last one, my body clearly told me that was enough. whether they want to have more kids,or “pimp” TLC, that’s clearly their business. and no matter what we say will not change that. there are a few people who make their living that way. If i had the opportunity (but i love my privacy so maybe not) I’d Probably do it too.
as for the Mom giving responsibility to the older child after the baby turns 6 months so she can work on the next, THAT I don’t agree with. the bible says be fruitful and multiply but darn it,there has to be a limit. I do love how all her kids seem to have a close relationship,and her moral values she has instilled in them.
April 14th, 2009 at 3:34 pm
Congrats to Josh & Anna! I have been waiting for this news since their wedding in September.
I really admire the Duggars. They live debt free & their kids are all well behaved & respectful. It’s hard for me to acheive that with just 2 kids, I don’t know how she does it with 18! I know a lot of people don’t understand their religious beliefs or their lifestyle. I know I don’t fully understand it, but I do appreciate that they are good, moral people & our world needs more people like that in it!
April 14th, 2009 at 3:44 pm
Well can’t say I’m surprised. They wanted tons of kids like Josh’s parents and I guess they didn’t want to wait.
I have a feeling that Michelle may not be able to have anymore kids, though if she does, they’l be younger then her first grandchild.
April 14th, 2009 at 3:55 pm
Btw, Anna’s not from a family of eight, more like four or five. She only has, I think, two sisters. I saw a picture of her family around the time she and Josh got engagaged.
April 14th, 2009 at 4:16 pm
BTW Anna DOES come from a family of 8. She said so on the show.
April 14th, 2009 at 4:16 pm
They should be living debt-free. They are paid from TLC for this show. Can someone please update mom’s look. Maybe they need to do a makeover show just for her. Please no more kids. how did he have time to meet this girl since they have to take care of their brothers and sisters so much. this is just absolutly crazy.
April 14th, 2009 at 4:18 pm
Jinxy, I agree with virtually everything you said. This couple clearly are not capable of raising all their children if they have to hand babies over to older siblings. That is just wrong. I can’t even begin to imagine the pressure that comes from marrying into that family. Best wishes for a healthy pregnancy and safe delivery to the couple, but maybe now the grandchildren have started, it will be time to stop. Or more to the point, raise the children you already have yourselves, and if you can manage that, then think about more. This family, in my opinion, have absolutely no redeeming qualities and I can not fathom why television stations have given them airtime.
April 14th, 2009 at 4:19 pm
Just to clarify, since my wording is a little ambiguous, I realise that it’s Joshua and Anna who are expecting.
April 14th, 2009 at 4:30 pm
“I can not fathom why television stations have given them airtime.” – One word…ratings!
April 14th, 2009 at 4:34 pm
Josh and Anna were married Sept. 23rd, 2008, I think, and supposedly their baby is due Oct. 18, 2009.
Congratulations for them.
April 14th, 2009 at 4:39 pm
The only way to get the ratings down is to stop watching but for some reason I always get sucked into the Duggar world. I spend half my time shaking my head at thier beliefs but I still watch. I like cousin Amy, she spices that show up with REALITY!!!!
April 14th, 2009 at 4:41 pm
oh and one last thing.
One thing I don’t like is at the beginning they say their children watch no tv. That’s a bit hypocritical considering you have your own show! I wonder if they watch other TLC shows (Jon and Kate, Little People, Table for 12 etc). Just always wondered why it’s okay to film a show but not watch them.
April 14th, 2009 at 5:36 pm
They don’t watch a lot of TV because so much of it goes against their morals, but they do watch certain things. One of the kids was talking about how they liked Andy Griffith.
April 14th, 2009 at 5:38 pm
I have 4 kids and my oldest help take care of the youngest…Its called being brothers and sisters and a family. My oldest daughters adore helping take care of the youngest.
and ya know mom,shame on her for having nice, respectful children with morals…because her hair needs to be redone!!!(notice the hint of sarcasm)
I can only WISH my children grow up with a firm belief in God, speak nicely to others, respect their elders, share in the sandbox, and save themselves for marriage! Cause yea, it all goes together people!
April 14th, 2009 at 6:00 pm
I think everyone needs to take a breather and just cool off.
This is not your life, this is their life. This is what they want to do and we don’t all have to agree with it, but bickering back and forth is not helping either.
A simple, ‘congrats, hope the baby is healthy’ would suffice or maybe not posting either.
I’m not sure if celebrities or family members view this site but its a strong possibility. I’m a member of a forum where we are frequented with Broadway stars and their family and friends.
We need to keep that in mind and try and be respectful of the Duggars.
Personally, I feel they have wonderful morals and are a very committed family. They all help one another and I would love to be apart of such a big family where you always had someone to talk to or play with.
April 14th, 2009 at 6:47 pm
Josh and Anna are a beautiful couple, so in love. I am so happy for them!!!
April 14th, 2009 at 8:04 pm
Yeah they got married in September. And I heard they were going to go with all M names to honor his mom.
Oh and he runs a car dealership. I’m pretty sure.
April 14th, 2009 at 8:16 pm
Did someone really they should practice “self” control? I mean these two didn’t even kiss until they got married. I think they have more self control than many people do. I know I couldn’t have done that.
April 14th, 2009 at 8:20 pm
Do any of you actually know these people? All you know is what you see on tv. They were debt free well before they started the show. And they don’t just hand their children over to the older children. They stay home. She sits down and teaches them all everyday. They go things together as a family. It’s not uncommon for children to help take care of their siblings no matter how many there are or their ages. It’s just me and my brother and we are only three years apart but we helped take care of each other and neither of us would ever say that our parents didn’t do anything just because we helped each other out.
April 14th, 2009 at 8:39 pm
Although I have differences in lifestyles with the Duggars, they seem like nice people. Congratulations to Joshua and Anna! I wish them luck
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April 14th, 2009 at 8:43 pm
And here’s some M names:
*Girls
Madison
Marcia
Madeline
Margaret
Melanie
Melissa
Mary
Mary Catherine
Matilda
Martha
Missy
*Boys
Matthew
Matt
Marshall
Michael
Mark
Matthias *sorry that’s spelled wrong*
April 14th, 2009 at 9:32 pm
I used to agree with many of the negative comments posted, but then I started watching the show. They really do seem like sweet and honest people. All the kids are well behaved and seem happy. I say let them be who are they are and follow their beliefs. I couldn’t be more different from them, I’m a single mother and have very different religious beliefs, but I do respect them. How they live works for them.
April 14th, 2009 at 9:35 pm
Casey — the “self” control statement was a general statement in response to the whole idea of the quiverful mindset. It has nothing to do with the couple having their first child (even said congrats!) and more to do with the fact that they all go around proclaiming that they’ll continue having children until God says “you’re done”. Well… as long as you can get pregnant, and you continue to have relations of the sort that get you pregnant, you’re going to have kids. In other words, after the 18th… it’s time to practice some self control.
However, I remember the statement that Jim Bob made during the wedding episode about what men always want (take a guess)… and that women would rather talk and share their feelings. So I guess I shouldn’t be surprised.
April 14th, 2009 at 9:39 pm
They sure came a long way since engagement day when Joshua “couldn’t” kiss her after popping the question. His awkward hug had our family laughing ourselves silly.
April 14th, 2009 at 9:58 pm
I’d be furious if my husband announced my pregnancy in front of everyone.
April 14th, 2009 at 11:05 pm
Elizabeth… actually he didn’t announce it in front of everyone. He did have a cameraman come so they could have it documented and remember the moment (which was shown on the show earlier tonight) but he told just her, and then they called her family, and told the Duggars the next day.
April 14th, 2009 at 11:42 pm
JKE — thanks for the info
April 15th, 2009 at 2:21 am
Jinxy- I couldn’t have said it better myself.
Everyone-I’m curious about one thing though…since it is up to God how many kids one family has..if something happens to Jim Bob and he can’t provide for his family, will God do it? I mean, he is the one making all of the decisions on family.
I mean no disrespect, just asking an honest question.
April 15th, 2009 at 10:39 am
As young as they are, I feel that they should have waited at least a year, before trying for a baby. I feel they should have used that time, to get to know each other as husband and wife first, before conceiving. But, that’s not our decision to make either. Josh may be the oldest of 18 children, but being a sibling is very different from being a parent.
Their cousin Amy, stated in one of their recent shows, that they would probably start trying for a family as soon as possible. They are very young, and parenthood is going to be a life changing event for them. Bringing a baby into the world is always a joy.
My best friend conceived only three months after she got married. It wasn’t planned, but that child is now 22 years old. What Josh and Anna decide to do or not to do, is noone’s business but their own.
April 15th, 2009 at 1:24 pm
I’m surprised at how positive/nice most of the comments are on that extreme case. To be honest, I’m fed up with how (partially) disrespectful comments on here get in every other post about the weirdest, most unimportant things. I hope this isn’t too off-topic or taken as an insult, but I am honestly bewildered about this and wish that people could be so open-minded about unconventional (e.g. unmarried) couples/families or, you know, little boys with long hair. It’s one thing not to agree with someone’s values, it’s an entirely other thing to discriminate. Or maybe it just says more about the readership here.
As for the Duggars, woah, am now off to look for their TV show. (don’t live in the US) Congrats, I guess.
April 15th, 2009 at 2:14 pm
MiHay…
We have 4 children and have had many times where we put our faith in God. I am a jewelry designer, and often if I have a big bill coming up and no money to pay it, I would pray, and low and behold, I would get a phone call the next day with someone placing a large order.
Things are different financially now. We are growing rapidly in spite of the economy and we put our faith in God to show us what we should do.
I understand it is hard for people to let go of control, but for some of us, its a huge relief to cast our worries on Christ.
So yea, if something happens to Jim Bob and he can’t provide for the family I believe that they would turn it over to GOd to show them what to do.
April 15th, 2009 at 8:27 pm
I guess Joshua and Anna will soon be claiming their home as a church so they can avoid paying property taxes, among other things, just like the elder Duggars do. Nevermind that property taxes go to support our local schools and other necessary services.
April 15th, 2009 at 11:26 pm
Congratulations!!
April 16th, 2009 at 4:35 am
Children are a Blessing from the Lord and you are Blessed! Our family is only with 6 children. Each child my wife and I could not imagine being without and appreciate more with each passing year. Congratulations!
April 16th, 2009 at 1:48 pm
JMO sounds like the most bitter person on the planet i mean seriously. you’re acting like you’ve been personally wronged in some way. let it go. those ppl don’t know you and i doubt they care about what you think of them
April 16th, 2009 at 8:44 pm
Not trying to be mean here, but this photo made me do a double take. Anna’s clothes and pose atop Josh seemed actually unlike what I would expect a Duggar woman to dress like or pose. Nothing wrong with the pose, in fact I like Anna in capris showing a bit of leg, posing saucily on her husband like any newly wed. But this is Anna Duggar, who kissed her husband at the alter, who only wore skirts upto her ankles whenever I saw her on TV and in Josh’s family women are covered upto their ankes the older they get as far as I saw on TV.
Strange to say, this made me happier for them than the pregnancy. I could be wrong, but Josh and Anna seem to be define the rules as to what constitues ‘modest’ clothing in their lives and if body language is any indication seem to be very comfortable with and enjoy each other. Good for them. Now I only hope I see a picture of Jana or Jessa or one of the girls named ‘J’ pose one day like this with their husbands.
April 17th, 2009 at 9:45 pm
if you will look at that photo lydia you can clearly see she is holdind fabric in her hand which is from her SKIRT
April 17th, 2009 at 9:52 pm
congrats josh and anna i hope you share your pregancy on the show like michele said all her childern are blessings and jim bob and michele have raised their childern to be responsible and work hard from childhood those kids are way more responsible than other childern these days im so proud for you both i hope anna will share the birth of the next duggar generation with all of us that love and watch this show religously good luck you guys
May 6th, 2009 at 1:31 am
No lack of criticism here. Best not to care what others think Josh and Anna, it is your life, your marriage and your baby. God Bless!