Duggar Baby No.19 Spends Christmas With Her Family
December 27th, 2009 - 9:08 pm ICT by GD ( 103 comments )By Gina Gomez
Arkansas, Dec.27, (THAINDIAN NEWS) As the newest member of the Duggar family, Josie Brooklyn had to spent her first Christmas in a hospital, her family decided to make the occasion all the more special by shifting to Little Rock to celebrate the festivities with the new born. The 19th baby of Michelle and Jim Bob Duggar, is presently receiving intensive care at the University of Arkansas for Medical Services at Little Rock after being born almost three months prematurely.
Jim Bob Duggar had recently revealed that the entire family planned to move for the time being from their hometown of Tontitown to Little Rock, so that the family members can spend quality time with the baby girl and make her part of the Christmas festivities. At the same time, he added that the 20 member family would be putting up with a family friend in Little Rock so that they could remain close to the newborn.
The Duggar family which stars in TLC’s popular program “18 Kids and Counting”, welcomed their newest member two weeks back and is known to be in a stable condition. The baby was delivered around three months earlier than the scheduled due date as her mother, Michelle Duggar suffered from the specific pregnancy condition preeclampsia. The new born was delivered through a Cesarean section, weighing only 1 pound, 6 ounces. Although, the mother was released from the hospital few days later, her daughter was kept in the intensive care owning to her premature condition.
Meanwhile, the couple has supposedly added that they are looking forward to adding more members to their family and have also thanked everybody for their unconditional love and support.
- Baby Josie Duggar From '19 Kids & Counting' Finally Goes Home! - Jun 30, 2010
- The 19th Duggar kid - Josie Duggar is a month old - Jan 12, 2010
- Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar: '19th Duggar baby doing well' - Jan 29, 2010
- Josie Duggar Back To Hospital - May 10, 2010
- Duggar Baby No. 19 Josie Brooklyn doing well - Dec 21, 2009
- Duggar Baby No. 19 Josie Brooklyn is a Christmas miracle - Dec 22, 2009
- Duggar baby no. 19 Josie Brooklyn is under constant surveillance - Dec 22, 2009
- 19th Baby Of Duggar Family Completes Twenty Days Today - Dec 30, 2009
- People question Duggar family's choice in having so many children - Jan 03, 2010
- Josie Duggar Joining The Cast Of "19 And Counting" - Apr 07, 2010
- 12 Duggar Kids Infected With Chicken Pox In "19 Kids And Counting" - Aug 22, 2010
- Baby Number 19, Josie Duggar Back In Hospital - Apr 13, 2010
- Josie, Baby No. 19 Of The Duggar Family, Is Finally In Her House With Her Affectionate Family - Jun 30, 2010
- Baby Number 19, Josie Duggar Comes Home! - Apr 07, 2010
- Duggar Baby 19 Will Be Introduced In A Special Episode On Sunday - Jan 29, 2010
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December 28th, 2009 at 4:01 am
Hurray for the continued health of little Josie and the great news that her whole family is able to share her first Christmas with her.
Gina Gomez (the author of this piece) needs to make note that the Duggars will not be putting up with a friend (as in needing to suffer the presence of), but will be put up with a friend (as in staying with). Where was your editor?
December 28th, 2009 at 4:27 am
god bless and maybe this is a sign that god says you are done having babies,you do have beautiful babies but maybe josie is the last.either way my prayers are with you and your family from my family.
god bless and happy new year
December 29th, 2009 at 1:05 am
how sad that an innocent baby is put in danger by this family’s greed to “add more to the pack.” a three month premature baby is fighting for its life every second it’s alive. i think it’s very wrong of the duggars to smile, laugh it off and look forward to “adding more.” the next baby may end up with retardation problems or worse - stillborn.
December 29th, 2009 at 1:48 am
Megan, I don’t see how “Adding more to the pack” endangered Josie’s life. Michelle suffered from Preeclampsia, a condition that occurs in 5-8% of all pregnancies. Because of this, they decided it was best to deliver Josie via Cesarean. This could happen to anyone.
December 29th, 2009 at 2:21 am
Hey Megan, obviously you are stupid or just bitchy. Women get preeclampsia ALL THE TIME. It has NOTHING to do with the number of children that Michelle has. ANYONE, even YOU, could suffer from preeclampsia. Since you think all this is “sad,” I think it’s sad that hateful like you are allowed to be in this world. This has NOTHING to do with their “greed” as you state. You know absolutely NOTHING about anything. Unfortunately the internet, according to some, is a “license” to bitch or a license to be a dick. You better check your own life before you judge others. You are not having an “opinion,” you are judging. Shame on you.
December 29th, 2009 at 8:55 am
I think the Duggers are doing it for money and Acknowlegdement….how sad, and yes I agree that Magen says, please…maybe think about adopting now, Adopt lots of kids youll still have attention from the media, but gee using kids….sooo wrong!
December 29th, 2009 at 9:25 am
@R: Er, calm down. She was just stating her opinion. And on that note, “You know absolutely NOTHING about anything” is not a particularly mature response.
While I’m glad that Josie is doing okay considering how early she was born, I think perhaps it’s time to stop having children. Michelle is 43 (at least, according to Wikipedia). The risks associated with pregnancy, and risks to the baby, are greater at this age. Don’t want to see her put herself and/or any future children in danger.
December 29th, 2009 at 11:50 am
I feel the Duggars live a clean lifestyle and have done a good job raising their children. May little Josie pull through just fine. However, I do feel the Duggars need to think about the 19 children that they now have and not try to have anymore children. The 19 children they now have would probably appreciate having their mother around for many years. I feel another pregnancy at her age would be pushing it. Michelle and Jim Bob need to do the unselfish thing and stop having children.
December 30th, 2009 at 2:23 am
I do not feel that the Duggers are being selfish in having children, and I don’t believe they are having children to be in the media. The family was already quite large before the rest of the world even knew about them.
Some people do not believe in birth control. Instead, they believe in God’s Will.
The Dugger children are all well cared for. All loved. There are families that have only a few children that are unable to provide such a wonderful life for those children. Why should parents who are doing such a great job be told to quit having children just because some think they have plenty?
December 30th, 2009 at 3:56 am
God has indeed blessed the Duggars, all the children are well behaved, educated, loving and have strong moral values. This is what we need in todays society, yet everyone seems to want to pass judgement or (their opinion)right along to the Duggars before they even truly know them or the whole story.
The baby, Josie is doing wonderful and they love their children and want to keep their family together. SO DONT JUDGE unless you want to be held under a microscope too.
December 30th, 2009 at 4:47 am
God gives life and He takes it away. He alone controls everything because He created and owns everything.Anyone who trys to take that power away from Him will one day find out that He will always have ultimate control. I love and cherish the fact that the Duggars trust God 100% Not many now adays do. I pray for the best for Josie and their future children.
January 1st, 2010 at 12:06 am
I am so happy the baby is doing well. I hope Michelle watches out for her health. She has done a great job. Her body can take so much stress. The fact that she has had so many children did not cause the preeclamsia.
January 1st, 2010 at 11:57 pm
I pray that the Duggar’s children all have 19 of their own children then all those kids had 19 kids we’d have 6859 moral supportive hard working Christians in the world.
Jim bob and Michelle don’t do it for the fame they just don’t use birthcontrol. And I am proud of them before they were ever on tv they had 14 kids that they took care of without welfare but with hard work, elbow greese, and the Bible.
January 3rd, 2010 at 1:42 am
Seriously, I could just see this greedy family getting pregnant with another one before this one is out of NICU. Seriously this one came because of complications STOP! I wish they’d find a doctor that says “oh theres something wrong oh whoops there goes your uterus”
January 3rd, 2010 at 7:51 am
If Michelle had to clean, cook, do laundry, bath and dress all her own children under 16, without the help of her older children, she would stop having kids. She is just enslaving the olders ones while she and Jim Bob keep popping out more babies. All Michelle does is dictate to the older children and lay on her back.
January 3rd, 2010 at 10:47 pm
The Duggar children are not enslaved! In todays society children are being taught to reach for the american dream, be the best. Get rich quick, never settle. The whole “I want it now” attitude is destroying families.
Parents are suppose to teach children how to be future parents and spouses. Most marriages end in divorce because kids grow up expecting new clothes, new cars and wanting everything at the snap of a finger yet they were never taught how to sacrifice or work for it. So when this mentality is brought into a marriage it is bound to fail. The Duggar children are being taught to work together to acheive goals and to respect and care for their elders. None of them will have a hard time stepping into their adult roles in life. Infact the transition will be smooth for them and they will do it with joy. They are raising their children the way God tells us to, Gee who would of thought that God knew what He was talking about?!! This world needs MORE people in it with good strong Biblical morals. I agree with them. We must all learn that there is no shame in sitting @ home with the kids and having little, instead of being discontent and having our bad attitude and dissatisfaction ruin our families.
January 5th, 2010 at 11:43 am
i really look at this family as a cult. god does not decide how many kids you have or we’d all be in trouble. for god’s sake try contraception and quit blaming him. i think you look foolish announcing your preggy again like its a big dead. the hardest thing you family has to do is look excited or surprised.
does anything embarrase you two.
January 5th, 2010 at 10:00 pm
I think the Duggars family are quite unquie in these modern times.
While there is no where in the Bible to state to re-strict on how many children there should be to one family there is no where to state either to have as many as the Duggars do.
I was rised as a Catholic in Ireland & in modern Ireland 19 children would be deemed as quite odd & disgusting as the Catholic Church ruled the country in fear for some many years that my age group (30-35) only are memebers of average 4 kids. Now my age is having kids we are only having an average of 2 kids because we Irish women wish to return to the work force (full or part time) & also we know the dangers of having so many children does take its toll on our bodies. The Pre-Eclampisa issue is nothing to do with age or how many kids you have had prevoiusly its just one of those things.
While I repect Michelle & Jim Bobs wishs to have as many children as they possible can & they raise there kids to be mannerfull, repestfull & as best educated from home schooling, they need to really need to think about Michelles long term physcial health after carrying so many kids & that it would be best to consider sponoring a less well of child in there own county who would need there help in the hard times.
Michelle & Jim Bob mentioned in there book that book there parnets grew up in the great depression as kids themselves so there parnets taught them about the value of money due to this main reason & Michelle & Jim Bob are a credit for not taking any money for welfare to support there large family & that they are supporting there large bunch.
I wish the best for baby Josie & that she returns home soon but that Michelle & Jim Bob do whats best for Michelle & have no more kids & think of sponsoring a kid less well of then them.
January 5th, 2010 at 11:55 pm
The bible calls children a blessing and does not address birth control because there was no such thing in that time. The Duggars are doing it right in the sight of God and trust in Him fully for the size of their family. There are others that do trust in the Lord and He only blesses them with a couple of children but in the biblical times, there were many families that had 10 or more children. Mary and Joseph had at least 6 or more (See Mat 12:47 and 13:55, Mark 3:31-34 and 6:3, Lk 3:20-21.)
The Duggars may be making money off of the show but they also work very hard outside of the show. Jim Bob with all of his real estate dealings and Michelle works in the home and homeschools her children. I am homeschooling 1 and it is not an easy job.
The Psalm 31 woman is a powerful picture of what we should be like. It seems impossible to do what she does but if you look closely, she is good at delegating the jobs. There is nothing wrong with expecting your children to help out around the house. Why is it that people think that in a family, the kids should be waited on hand and foot?
May God continue to bless the Duggars and what they stand for.
January 6th, 2010 at 1:01 am
Whew. I had no idea so many people would think I’m completely stupid and bitchy for posting a simple comment! Which, by the way, I used no profanity in mine, anyways…the reason behind it was to point out that BECAUSE Michelle’s body has went through so many pregnancies is the reason that the complications are becoming more frequent in her pregnancies! I suffered a placental abruption with my first child and was terrified to have my second. I realize that pre-eclampsia can happen to any woman, but it may only get worse and possible result in the loss of a baby the next time. So, to all those who berated me earlier, grow up - stop swearing, and argue logically.
January 6th, 2010 at 10:53 am
I feel that the Duggar family know exactly the true meaning of family, love, and honor. I don’t care if they have 29 kids, they are doing a better job than some of us with just 1 or 2 kids. We can all learn from them.
I wish them all the best and may “God Bless” them always!!!
January 6th, 2010 at 1:26 pm
I wish Josie the best I agree with with Megan though. I do believe in birth control justt maybe not pills all the time and common sense so call me a heathen.
I dont use it now cause you never know when someone myage will be fertile.to the poster WHy should they stop? Diaperduty and Lkuhn,because a dead mother is of no value to the blessings. Megan some defend them no matter what I dont pay them any mind. The Bible says be ye kind to one another
None is saying kids should be waited on but they shouldnt be mini parents. they need live of their own.I couldnt imagine beign almost 20 like Jana and still taking care of my mother’s babies at least 3/4 of the time.
January 6th, 2010 at 1:35 pm
What is wrong with aspirations and the American dream. To many Shannon,the American Dream and inspiration doesnt involve the care of a dozen siblings and raise your own dozen kids. These poor kids dont seem to have any aspirations. there is nothing wrong with not being married and no kids. VEo andTo those who think it is a good idea to have more google Duggar R,your comment was mean spirited If the Duggars want 19 fine, but it doesnt work the same for everyone. It isnt the 19th century.
January 6th, 2010 at 5:46 pm
No one is forcing the Duggar children that are over age 18 to stay in the home. In fact the children have all traveled more places than most children and have experience more than most children also.
With all that the Duggar children have been exposed too, they know exactly what they wish to leave behind in the world. They have met celeberties, sky dived, visited other countries, helped the needy and orphaned, traveled all over the U.S., play musical instruments, drive nice cars, been on popular t.v. Shows, live in an amazing house, have great clothes, play games and do family activities with joy, are surrounded by whole hearted friends. Should I go on? They are living the original american dream that this country was founded on. They abviously CHOOSE not to chase the american dream of today or else as soon as they turned 18 they would move out and flee from their so called enslavement.
It seems to me that they are all very happy to stay right where they are. Children are a blessing and a special gift from God. The Duggars are filling this world with good moral human beings. Which is what God told us to do might I add.
We are free not to marry yes, but if we do then our duties are well described in the Bible and if they or anyone else choose to give God all the control, I’m sure HE can handle it. I mean HE did create the world and give life to all, including you and I.
January 7th, 2010 at 11:23 am
Some of you people on here are so hateful. You make me wish that birth control could be retroactive! The Duggars are living their own lives and are doing an amazing job raising that large family of theirs. Would I choose to have 19 children? No. Should they be allowed to have as many children as God blesses them with? Absolutely - and without all the nasty comments.
January 7th, 2010 at 1:00 pm
I can’t wait for one of those kids to go off the rails and do drugs and get pregnant underage!
Let’s see how their bludging parents cope when actual parenting skills are needed and they can’t palm their duty off onto their other kids. It’s interesting that the oldest girl isn’t married. My guess is Mommy couldn’t do without her oldest slave.
January 7th, 2010 at 8:40 pm
It’s sad how you’re just waiting for a downfall Terry. And about Jana(the oldest girl) I don’t know many people who married at 19. Being close to that age, I can’t even fathom getting married within the next year. My cousin is 26, single, and she lives with her parents…there is nothing “interesting” about it. She just lives at home.
January 8th, 2010 at 1:09 am
If Michelle had to take care of all them kids she would not be having that many but she has them older girls and boys doing must of the work for her
January 8th, 2010 at 1:34 am
Just think how wonderful it would have been if they adopted 19 kids.
So many kids waiting for a good home & these folks are doing it like rabbits.
January 8th, 2010 at 2:48 am
Veo, it is interesting because as far as I can recall the eldest boy( the really annoying one that you just want to slap) was seeing his wife around that age. It’s what they do in that religion. You probably are just a normal person. These types get married early.
If there was a God, he would have made both Duggar parents infertile from the outset. Plain and simple.
January 8th, 2010 at 2:52 am
Veo, It is interesting because that’s what the people in that religion DO. If I recall correctly the oldest boy (the really annoying one that you want to slap..hard) was engaged around that age.
If there was a God, he would have rendered both Duggar parents infertile from the outset- plain and simple.
January 8th, 2010 at 3:25 am
I personally think that they are doing a teriffic job. I also think it is wonderful that the older children help with the younger. It teaches good responsibility, and many other things you need to know in life. They are doing what they think is right, and living to the best they can be. And that is really something amazing. God Bless.
January 8th, 2010 at 3:34 am
I did not have my children just so they would have to raise the little ones.
January 8th, 2010 at 4:22 am
Some people just amaze me!!! If you read their website, it’s not that they don’t believe in birth control. She use to be on the pill but had a miscarriage that was attributed to the pill. They decided as a couple that they didn’t want to go through the pain of another miscarriage and felt great guilt because of it. So for people to say that she needs to get on birth control and stop having kids is really not an option in their eyes. And Sheila, they are not “blaming” God for their children, they are blessing and praising Him for them. Rebecka, for you to want some doctor to “accidentally” take out her uterus is the most horrible thing I have ever heard!!!! I don’t understand how some people can get so angry at a Godly couple wanting and being blessed with a lot of children. I do believe children are a blessing from God and if they want Him to bless them with as many as He sees fit, then may God bless them even more. I think it is great that a Godly couple is so blessed and able to care for their kids. Who are we to judge them?
January 8th, 2010 at 6:54 am
The people who feel the need to post negative comments about the Duggars just proves the old saying “misery loves company”. These are the people that are just bitter about something in their own life.
The Duggar’s are doing a fabulous job. Once again, more people can learn from them. I’m not saying have 19 children or 10 children or any children for that matter. Everyone must do what’s right for them. But, why must people wish the worst on others, instead of being happy for their blessings. Could it be jealousy? Maybe such individuals should focus on their own problems, instead of judging others.
May God “continue” to guide and protect the Duggar’s Always!
January 8th, 2010 at 3:50 pm
As I read these message it makes me so sad that many of you out there feel the right to judge someone else’s life. Whether you agree or disagree with the Duggar’s lifestyle I don’t feel using the internet for an open forum is appropriate. No one has the right to judge and condemn another human being or the choices they make. The important thing is that a new life has been born into the world. She is very much loved and I think we should all be so lucky to have the love of a family, whether it consists of 2 or 20 people. God bless you all.
January 8th, 2010 at 11:54 pm
I agree with candice. we need to pray for this baby, not judge the family. This is a very difficult time for the baby and family. Both of my pregnancies resulted in premature births due to pre-elampsia for the first and pre-eclampsia and hellp syndrome for my second. There is no way to prevent this from happening. Michelle and Jim Bob, know there are many friends, family, and supporters out there praying for a healthy and happy outcome for Josie.
January 9th, 2010 at 12:09 am
My daughter in law almost died of helps syndrom. There is no way of preventing these things. I would be very fearful of the judgements that some of you are passing while a human life is on the line.
God will punish all of those judgements. We should be praying.
January 10th, 2010 at 8:04 am
Some ppl have some rude things to say about the duggars. I just want everyone to know that I love the duggars. I would love to meet them. And I agree with one persons comment where it states that they take care of there kids better then us with only 1-2… So I hope baby josie makes it id hate for the family go through another baby loss.. God Bless you Duggars
January 11th, 2010 at 10:07 am
Shannon Collins, you say God will punish the judgements some are making. I say we all judge others every single day whether we are willing to admit it or not, you included.
I don’t believe that God is vengeful so I have nothing to worry about.
Having 19 children is selfish as is expecting your older children to take care of them all the while pretending that they aren’t. WAKE UP DUGGARS! THE WORLD DOESN’T REVOLVE AROUND HOW MANY BABIES YOU CAN PUSH OUT!
Did anyone else see the photo of Josh’s wife holding their baby alonside the rest of the family. Michelle had one sour look on her face, it appears she doesn’t like to share the limelight.
January 11th, 2010 at 12:27 pm
I can not beleive some of these comments. I am so glad the baby is ok. The Duggars are a nice family. God bless.
January 11th, 2010 at 3:22 pm
I think it is awesome that the Duggars have so many kids. Sex reproduces children and I think it is selfish when people will have sex and do what ever they can to prevent children! The Duggars seem to be AMAZING parents! I think it is good that they have so many kids. Their children are going to make a difference in this world! Good for you guys! The Duggars are in my prayers. God bless you guys at following what The Lord has called you to do. Don’t let negative worldly comments get you down! :] The world needs more Duggars. Thank you for bringing them in the world! :]
January 12th, 2010 at 9:22 am
I enjoy their show very much. But just a little worried about Michelle’s health. She is 43 and has been through so many pregnancies and births. It has to have taken it’s toll on her body. She has been through normal births and several c sections. It has to be tramatic on her uterine wall. With another pregnancy at her age and her insides, it could be very bad for her, even fatal. Yes, even in this day and age with modern medical tech. women still die in childbirth. Just saying maybe she should be just grateful that she has 19 great kids and not to press her luck with having anymore. She’s very lucky that they are all healthy. Well I hope Josie will have improvement in her health too. Ok, I’ve said my piece. I do wonder if Jim Bob ever worries about Michelle’s health. I hope he does and cherishes her.
January 14th, 2010 at 12:39 pm
These people really need to stop breeding. I think their older girls have enough kids to take care of at this point. They also do all the cooking, cleaning and laundry. I also think it is Jim Bob’s idea to keep her pregnant all the time. He needs to find a new hobby. He is very selfish for not caring about Michelle’s health. But she will keep going along with it, because in their house, the man is the boss and the wife just does as she is told.
January 14th, 2010 at 9:54 pm
These people couldn’t even let Josh and Anna be in the spot light for awhile.They had to go having wedding to because they didn’t there son getting all the attention for once.There older girls are little mommies and Michelle just pops out more babies and hands them to the older kids so she can sit and do nothing.They are selfish and should stop having kids so there kids can have a life of there own
January 15th, 2010 at 6:07 am
Sometimes I wonder if something tragic happened to Michelle [because of her age, c sections, all those pregnancies, etc] would Jim Bob remarry and start having babies with wife no. 2? I mean poor Michelle, she’s been cut open so many times in the abdomine [uterus] the next pregnancy could be very bad for her health. She is 43 years old. After one gives birth a nurse massages your abs so the bleeding stops and then the uterus contrats so you can go back to normal. Sometimes the bleeding does not want to stop. Complications can set in. After my third child, I kept bleeding, it took the nurse an hour or more to stop my bleeding, etc. I know in this Quiverful religion the man has all the say and the woman just obeys. I bet if Jim Bob had the ability to give birth , he would have stopped at 1. All men would. They don’t take pain very well. {Just to let you know, I’m Cathy, on my aunt Linda’s pc] So please don’t say anything mean to her.
January 15th, 2010 at 8:07 am
I pray for a speedy recovery for mom and baby. This is not punishment from God, God does not punish. Josie is a precious baby that God has created.
January 17th, 2010 at 3:01 am
Does anyone have an update on the newest baby? This is the latest article I’ve found…still worried about her, and I’d love to hear how she’s doing.
January 19th, 2010 at 2:16 am
i think the duggars are blessed with the children they have. I do believe that enough is enough. if you believe in God then you believe in fate. take this as fate and hope and pray your baby survives. i have lost 2 beautiful children and i have to say that it is not something you wish on your worse enemy. just love the children you have that were blessed by God and give your body a rest. dont risk your life or the life of an innocent baby. it is time to stop!
January 20th, 2010 at 1:44 am
I think everyone who has a negotive comment about the Duggars should shut up and clean out their own back porch!!
How are they “greedy” like a lot of you are saying?! Jon and Kate were greedy and still are. The Duggars don’t go out and buy new clothes for their kids. They either reuse or go to the thrift store. If you actually watched the show, you would know. Like they have said before–for the ones who actually watch it, they own commercial property. You can make a lot of money off of it. I am reading their book right now, and so far that I have read, they get over $3000 a month from them. They built that house way before “17 kids and counting” was even on. Obviously they used THEIR own money.
To the ones who keep on saying that Michelle is just “popping” them out and “handing” them over to her older daughters and then just “lays” on her back, have you actually watched the show?! I have seen numerous times that Michelle is taking care of the younger children. I have never seen the older girls feeding Jordan, Johanna, or Jennifer. Michelle is a good mother and she takes care of all of them. She is just teaching her girls how to take care of children and the house at the same time. I wish my mother had taught me that, because then I wouldn’t struggle with the one I have now. Mrs. Duggar cooks, cleans, and takes care of her children. Yes, the girls help out. They should help out. It teaches them life skills that they will use when they get older.
Adopting is good, but it isn’t the same as having your own child. You wouldn’t have the same feelings for them as you would for your own, because you know in the back of you mind that this child actually comes from another mother and father.
The only people who should stop having kids are those who use them just to get “Free stuff”–welfare, food stamps, Hudd Houseing, ect., abusive parents, those who can’t take care of their children because they don’t have a job or a husband to help out, and those who repeatedly have abortions and/ or give their children up just because they don’t want them. Yes, her age is putting her and the future unborn child at risk, but who is to tell her what to do. She would be a wonderful mother if she had a child with autism, down syndrome, or some kind of mental retardation. Can’t say that to alot of the “mothers” out there.
Good Luck to Josie and her family and I hope she leaves the hospital a healthy and happy child, insha’Allah.
January 20th, 2010 at 11:15 pm
I’m praying little Josie will be perfectly fine, I 30 and they certainly was not born early because I had many children to begin with (I mean what, an ignorant comment was that!!) have 4 children of my own, all of them born premature, 7w3d weeks 10 weeks, and my surviving twin girl at 11w5d early, it’s nervewrecking. but girls does for some reason do better than boys when born premature.
I wish JimBob and Michelle all the joy in the world, they truely deserve it, they are an inspiration. I thank God for JimBob and Michelle for showing the world, how life is done.
Much love and respect
from Tanja in Calgary, Canada
January 21st, 2010 at 9:30 am
I agree with everything ichigo8504 had to say regarding the Duggar’s. : ) As far as those negative, ignorant and rude comments…well, it’s pretty sad that this must be all you know.
May God comtinue to Bless the Duggar’s! My prayers are with you.
January 21st, 2010 at 9:52 am
Candice Says:
January 8th, 2010 at 3:50 pm
“I read these message it makes me so sad that many of you out there feel the right to judge someone else’s life. Whether you agree or disagree with the Duggar’s lifestyle I don’t feel using the internet for an open forum is appropriate. No one has the right to judge and condemn another human being or the choices they make. The important thing is that a new life has been born into the world. She is very much loved and I think we should all be so lucky to have the love of a family, whether it consists of 2 or 20 people. God bless you all.”
They made it ok for people to comment on their life when they signed up to do a reality show and put their family on TV. They have 18 children at home and a preemie in NICU and still find time to protest a liquor license that won’t affect them at all and to march in a pro-life rally. But I guess they figure the older girls will just continue doing all the household chores and raising their siblings so it’s life as usual in the Duggar home.
January 21st, 2010 at 10:16 am
I feel like getting a piece of cardboard and write in thick black pen ‘Stop the Duggars Breeding.’
If they can so clearly and appallingly judge the lifestyle of others, I will judge theirs.
Like I said before, when Michelle’s uterus is around her ankles then maybe they’ll stop popping out their annoying kids.
I can’t wait for one of them to come out, try drugs or come home rolling drunk…hahahahahahaha!!!!
January 22nd, 2010 at 10:07 am
God Bless your entire family, your example what marriage and family is all about. I only wish my daughter had the quality of life. I truly believe that God has blessed with knowledge, grace and the Holy Sprit. May each one of your children be graced with the same. Am glad to read that Josie is still with us. In 1947, my cousine was born less than two pounds and today she’s doing great. My late husband was born in 1943 weighing at 3 lbs (twin boys) and they both grew up to be 6ft. 1 and 245 lbs. I lost daughter at 4.lb. it all depends on God bigger plan. I truly believe that God will be sending baby Josie home with you. I look forward to the day we’ll be watching you again on T.v. May God be with you.
January 22nd, 2010 at 11:27 pm
It’s very obvious that those who say horrible, nasty things only want to have their 15 minutes of fame as being just that..rude, obnoxious & to see what everyone comments about them.
I highly doubt that any of the Duggar children will end up in drugs or any other kind of abuse, but even if one of them did, it would be THEIR choice…not because of how they were raised. Every child is born w/ a carnal nature & Jim Bob & Michelle are the only parents I have ever SEEN on TV actually ABLE to teach their children right from wrong and do a good job at it!
all anyone else sees is how much the wife hates the husband or vice versa. This is a loving family who opted to be blessed with a large family.
You think the Duggars had 19 kids to turn them into slaves? THEY AREN’T AMISH! that’s what AMISH Do! it’s all about…have BOYS so they can do all the farming & GIRLS so they can do ALL The house work. The Duggars are NO WHERE NEAR an amish family other than the fact that Amish are known for having large families. IF you didn’t have more than 2 kids? there was something wrong & you got shunned.
Think about actual cultish religions out there instead of thinking that about Christianity. God has a purpose & plan for every single person & if you choose to blaspheme God & judge other people then I feel very sorry for you & the place you will eventually end up.
It’s goin got be a RUDE AWAKENING when you find out GOD is VERY REAL & when HIS judgment day comes you will wish you had never opened your mouth with such obscene comments. I’m sure the Duggars will have crowns of glory when it’s all said & all you will have is the memory of your sorry life & what it could have been if you would have learned something from them about living a Godly life & having Him at the forefront. No one will truly understand that until they do just that. God #1 in your life. If you do that? you will NEVER be sorry…just like the Duggars will never be sorry for the way they are living their lives & having 19 children. If you have 2 children that are as mature, Godly & respectable as theirs..count it a BLESSING!
I hope those of you who disagree can AGREE to DISAGREE in a kind manor instead of trying to out do the other on how mean they can be. If you don’t like the Duggars Don’t watch their show & DON’T comment on their lifestyle on their page! The Duggars are wonderful people & I’m SO glad that there is something respectable I can have my family watch on Tv that teaches the morals & true value of life! Praise the Lord for the Duggars!
January 23rd, 2010 at 4:08 am
Megan, this isn’t their page. It’s a news story. I didn’t say God wasn’t real. I don’t believe in a vengeful God as you clearly do. I don’t think that the Duggar’s will wear crowns as you put it either and I cetainly didn’t say anything blasphemous…to blaspheme is to say something against God. The last time I looked the Duggars were people…although you all certainly treat them like a deity which is actually against God so perhaps you will be judged and miss out on your crown of gold haha! You’re very judgemental about the Amish too. That’s not very Christian of you Megan. I think your angry venegful God would be mighty pissed at you for that!
January 24th, 2010 at 6:33 am
I teach kids with Severe Disabilities. Many were preemies. They will need care and support for life!
I personally think 19 kids are way too many. Parents are responsible for raising Their Kids Not the Siblings! Kids being responsible and doing chores is Great!
People keep calling all these pregancies as “Blessings” and “Gifts from God”…. These Are Not “Immaculate Conceptions”… We know how they got there!! There are plenty of ways to prevent pregnancy that don’t include the pill!!! The risk of Down syndrome is huge to mothers over 40… Is this fair to the child or the family? Get Real Duggars!! Stop making babies just because you Can!!!
January 24th, 2010 at 11:04 am
I also pray for little Josie and her family.
But I do have a problem with ichigo8504’s comment on adoption. After having 3 children that I birthed and losing them in a housefire, I found that my next 2 children that were adopted, felt the same to me as did the first 3. I couldn’t have loved them any more. Never in the back of my mind, do i think about them not being mine or that they have other parents.
People need to walk in other peoples shoes before they make such hurtful comments.
January 25th, 2010 at 4:11 am
Here are the conditions and risks that are accosiated with preeclampsia.
This I per Mayo Clinic
■First pregnancy. The risk of developing preeclampsia is highest during your first pregnancy or your first pregnancy with a new partner.
■Age. The risk of preeclampsia is higher for pregnant women younger than 20 and older than 40.
■Obesity. The risk of preeclampsia is higher if you’re obese.
■Multiple pregnancy. Preeclampsia is more common in women who are carrying twins, triplets or other multiples.
■Prolonged interval between pregnancies. This seems to increase the risk of preeclampsia.
■Gestational diabetes. Women who develop gestational diabetes have a higher risk of developing preeclampsia as the pregnancy progresses.
■History of certain conditions. Having certain conditions before you become pregnant — such as chronic high blood pressure, migraine headaches, diabetes, kidney disease, rheumatoid arthritis or lupus — increases the risk of preeclampsia.
Other associated factors
Other factors that may be associated with a higher risk of preeclampsia include:
■Having other health conditions. There’s some evidence that both urinary tract infections and periodontal disease during pregnancy are associated with an increased risk of preeclampsia, which may indicate that antibiotics could play a role in prevention of preeclampsia. More study is needed.
■Vitamin D insufficiency. There’s also some evidence that insufficient vitamin D intake increases the risk of preeclampsia, and that vitamin D supplements in early pregnancy could play a role in prevention. More study is needed.
■High levels of certain proteins. Pregnant women who had high levels of certain proteins in their blood or urine have been found to be more likely to develop preeclampsia than are other women. These proteins interfere with the growth and function of blood vessels — lending evidence to the theory that preeclampsia is caused by abnormalities in the blood vessels feeding the placenta. Although more research is needed, the discovery suggests that a blood or urine test may one day serve as an effective screening tool for preeclampsia.
So really you all need to quit being so evil and remember that in U.S. we are have the right to our fertility.
If this lifestyle does not fit you, don’t put it down. Just stay out of peoples business. No-one is forcing you to watch the program. Furthermore,if your mother did not to say anything unless its nice . I will leave you with this. Look in the mirror and remove the tree out of your eye,before you go look for a toothpick in someone elses.
January 25th, 2010 at 4:17 am
Aquarius…WTF??? You are a fruit cake. What a load of crap you just spouted.
‘Furthermore,if your mother did not to say anything unless its nice’ are you kidding me? I would put a million bucks on the fact that you have said something mean about someone before in your life. Also the comment about trees and twigs (as odd as it was) didn’t sound very nice. In fact, it kinda sounded mean but hang on, you only say nice things don’t you?
My mistake.
The Duggars are complete idiots….that’s a fact.
January 25th, 2010 at 4:33 am
This in response to Terry’s comment
Unfortunately it appears that your personal life is empty. So you project on others in a way that is demeaning to you,but that apperantly does not cross the barrier that you live behind. So giving you a explanation on a scientific level is appearantly a waste of time. Again I suggest we all examine are own faults and imperfections first before we look around to see them in others. Furthermore,I am not always nice,but I can sleep at night full well knowing that I did not cause anyone pain that is uncalled for.
PS! Terry grow up.
January 25th, 2010 at 4:43 am
Aquarius, do you even understand what you are writing? Just because you found one ’scientific’ study to support your own belief system you think it MUST be correct. Stop being so naive. I could show you plenty of studies that contradict yours, you simply found a study that told you what you wanted to hear.
How do you know that you don’t cause uncalled for pain to someone? You sleep well at night due to the quart of bourban you down an hour before lights out.
I have grown up. I simply don’t see only what I want to see to live in a perfect little world that is so far removed from reality its sick.
Aquarius ie Susan….WAKE UP!
January 25th, 2010 at 4:58 am
If you believe I am far removed fine, but don’t assume that I don’t know what I am talking about. Also don’t assume anything about my belief system. That is just rude.
I am a nurse, and deal with mother’s in this condition every day. I see what they go through for every child they have or sadly in some cases lose to fetal demise. There is know way I can tell anyone what is appropriate for their family or critique them for it.
Having your own opinion is a wonderful thing, but if you are not putting it into a good use and just use it to tell other’s how to live their lives ,you are missing out.
January 25th, 2010 at 5:03 am
You are assuming EVERYTHING about the people who have posted on this news story!
It must be so nice to live by the motto, “Do as I say not as I do” how convenient.
So what if you’re a nurse. Who cares? You don’t have a monopoly on this topic simply because of it.
Don’t tell me whether I’m putting my opinion to good use or not….I am the only person who can decide that. Oh, and I don’t miss out on anything here next to the beach in sunny Australia.. AND I’m tired of this pathetic thread, say what you like, I won’t be commenting again.
January 25th, 2010 at 5:07 am
Terry, You seem to think you know a lot about what God would or wouldn’t want but I would suggest that you read the bible for yourself. I know that you have not because you did not understand the “Tree and the Twig” saying (directly from Jesus) and also the fact that the followers of Jesus will receive crowns. You are quick to judge others and degrade others. This is a common human trait no matter where you come from but it does not make it acceptable in God’s sight.
To others out there. When you have a small family, the mother takes care of the children and does everything for them. They may expect the children to have a chore or two but the mother can keep up on all of the housework pretty easily by herself. The more children that you have in the mix, it is important that you begin to expect the children to not only help out around the house but also help out with each other.
My husband and I have two children of our own but 3 1/2 years ago took on an additional 5 children. When the other kids came into our home, it was essential that the older children helped out in order to make our home function. Trust me, even as my children help out in lots of ways, there is always plenty for me to do. When you have several children, you are never idle.
The bible does talk about children being a blessing and numerous times it talks about families being more blessed because they had many children. If we all chose to have 1 or 2 children as many of you on here are suggesting, we would eventually kill ourselves off.
To Cindy, one of the children that we took in was 8 weeks premature and only 2lbs 13oz. Her mother had preclampsia and the baby had to be taken early (just as the Duggar’s baby did). At age 4, she is perfect, healthy and has no side effects. However, her brother who was born a week late is a special needs child. 6 years old, needs help getting dressed, still has to wear diapers and barely talks. I also have a cousin who had a Downs baby when she was in her early 30’s. Children are what they are. There may be some common factors regarding illnesses and such but it can happen to anyone at any time. It really is all up to God.
January 25th, 2010 at 5:18 am
I am not assuming Terry. However, you seem to get uppset if anyone diagrees with you Terry. Well everyone has the right to their opinion. You stated that rather colorfully. Which was just an opinion and I stated mine. Furthermore I did not call you names and lose my temper. You on the other hand had a complete meltdown. Comment was posted with a scientific fact to begin with. To have a true conversation and meeting of minds you should post your data that disagrees with mine. That how things usually get settled, but I guess you can’t stand behind things you say or comment on.
Post the scientific data that disagrees with mine. Well talk it would be rather refreshing.
January 25th, 2010 at 8:51 am
I am happy that the baby is doing well.. thank god for that seeing how this poor child has not a choice..I really do strongly beleive that the duggars should call a truce with havin more children the health of mom and the next child to be born… In other words don’t push your luck, I think this mis fortune for Josie is saying ok enough is enough..
January 25th, 2010 at 11:05 am
I know I said I was donw with this thread but as I was attacked by LM Kuhn, I feel compelled to defend myself.
Here it is….
I don’t believe in religion…I believe in God.
I don’t believe that those who follow religion will be saved. I believe that GOOD are what God desires. I have heard of plenty of pedophiles who go to church.
I don’t believe in a vengeful God who will judge me. I believe in a God who sees me for my good points and loves me in spite of my bad ones.
Also…how did this discussion become about religion? I thought it was about the redneck Duggars choice to procreate on a level that is obscene?
Let’s keep to the topic people.
I forgive you all for your sins against me. I forgive you for believing in your church minister who in essence is a false God.
Goodbye.
January 25th, 2010 at 4:36 pm
Thanks LMN Kuhn.
Thank you for explaining my point so well. Although none of us are perfect we count are blessings at the end of the day. My dear LMN Kuhn to care for children that are born from your heart shows that you understand meaning of mercy and love towards others. Bless you Lmn Kuhn.
January 26th, 2010 at 4:06 am
I have nine children ages 18 down to 17 months and my older ones are not slaves. My oldest lives at home and plans on staying here until he is good and ready to support himself. He is in no hurry to escape. He likes it here. We are a good family, we love our kids, they love each other. Just because a family is large doesn’t mean the kids are slaves. Everyone helps. Everyone pitches in to do their part. There is nothing wrong with that. I was raised with just one sibling and I’ll be the first to admit that I had a selfish mindset for a very long time. It was all about me, me, me. My older children will automatically wipe the mouths of the little ones, take them to the bathroom when they ask for help, and comfort someone if they get hurt, have a bad dream at night, etc. This is natural to them because they see it often. I think the Duggars are a wonderful family. With all the craziness of divorce these days, it’s so very nice to see a family function like theirs.
January 27th, 2010 at 3:41 am
GOD BLESS THE DUGGAR FAMILY
January 27th, 2010 at 6:21 am
I don’t understand how some people are thinking the older children are enslaved because they are helping with the younger children or household chores.
Ask your parents or your grandparents, if you are luck enough to still have them, that came from large families. Back then it was common place to have 8, 9, 10, 11 or more kids in the family and I assure you there was a lot expected out of them. Such as helping with the younger children and household chores, same as with the Duggars.
The people that came out of those generations, in my opinion, have substantially higher work ethic, moral standards and sense of family, unlike today’s youth, who are undoubtedly the ME generation, who are selfish, lazy and lack motivation and morals. Now of course I am generalizing both generations but you get the picture.
January 27th, 2010 at 7:39 am
I couldn’t agree with you more Cinnis. The Duggar’s know what they are doing, and doing a “GREAT” job at it! Unfortunately; ignorant, bitter, and judging people will always be. This is why we have so many problems in the world.
God Bless the Duggar family ALWAYS!
January 27th, 2010 at 7:42 am
Hey Trish, what do you think you’re doing? Sounding a little unhappy there..and a more than a little judgemental..tut, tut, tut. You don’t believe in that remember? You NEVER make assumptions about ANYONE EVER, do you. Bullshit.
January 27th, 2010 at 8:30 am
To LM Kuhn,
You are right about children pitching in and helping each other..I agree with you there.
I’m glad your little one is healthy!
Here is where I disagree with people who say they should continue to have more kids…..It’s just my opinion everyone..
The Duggars have 19 kids!… Not 5 or 6!!!There is NO WAY Michelle can take care of the physical, emotional,and spiritual needs of each of her children. That means her older girls are assuming the care of the little ones. I don’t think that’s Fair to place that responsibility on her kids!
I just don’t see how parents can spend enough personal time with each of these kids! This is Only My Opinion…
I know these kids are loved and cared for…I know they have a stong faith in God. I Don’t Think it’s Fair for a Parent to Assume that Their Children will Raise and Care for the babies and children that They Gave Birth to! I don’t believe it’s a teenager’s JOB or Reponsibility to Assume the daily care and supervision of their young siblings! Again MY OPINION!
As for Preemies many do just fine.Especially if they are born after 32 weeks gestation. For some it’s a True Miracle that they survived and are healthy and developing normally.. Many preemies suffer severe complications directly related to the gestational age and birth weight!
The Duggar baby was born at 25 weeks gestation and weighed only 1 lb. 6oz. That’s 15 weeks premature! Which puts her at much higher risk for complications such as lung disease,cerebral hemmorages, vision problems, cerebral palsy,developmental delays, learning disabilities… I pray that she will not have complications, but she has already had to fight to survive!
I agree that Disablities can occur randomly. However there are definate correlations between Advanced Maternal Age and Down Syndrome and other medical conditions. By age 43 a woman has a 1 in 53 chance of having a Baby with Down Syndrome and 1 in 31 chance of a baby with chromosomal defects. These chances increase with the age of the mother. Advanced Materal Age is directly related to a number of conditions in pregnancy.
http://www.marchofdimes.com/professionals/14332_1155.asp ..
I don’t believe the Duggers should continue to have more children given the risks to both the baby and to Michelle!
I have seen too many kids who suffer lifelong complications due to prematurity and birth defects.. Again! My Opinion everyone
January 31st, 2010 at 3:34 am
God Bless the little one, chances are high for this one to have significant problems, aft. being born 3 mos. early. Cerebral palsy,dev. problems, etc.
January 31st, 2010 at 4:44 am
To everyone out there.
It is lovely how you all decide what these people should and should not do. So this time I am going to be blunt. Unless any of you are paying their bills or taking care of their daily tasks. You all should keep your comments to well wishing.
Hindsight is always 20/20.
You are not in their shoes so quit acting like the wisdom of the world is locked up inside of you all.
In conclusions. All that happens is the will of God. This is what they where ment to do so let them do it. Deal with your own stuff. None of us are pefect.
God bless you little one, and keep you safe.
February 2nd, 2010 at 3:59 am
i would like to wish ALL of the dugger family the very best of health and happiness, i hope the shallow people that leave negative comments feel at peace with themselves,i for one love there family and the love michelle and jim bob have for each other is wonderfull to see in a time when people have no respect for one another good luck to them and much love to bay 19 josie xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
February 2nd, 2010 at 12:22 pm
They have done all of this without govt. entitlements…more power to them. In fact, God has blessed them and is the only one who they answer to. Thank God there are still good people like this raising decent children who will give back and be great parents if they choose themselves. Why? Parenting…it all boils down to parenting and being a good role model for your kids.
February 2nd, 2010 at 9:27 pm
I do not think the quality of parenting is the issue at all.I think we have established that they are good parents, and if every family was as decent as theirs some things in the world would be different. I believe the issue some people are raising is the health concerns of mom and babies. If the possibility that the lives are in danger, when does common sense take over?
February 3rd, 2010 at 10:44 am
This family is way out of control. The boys with their bad haircuts and those poor girls in the home made clothes. To holy to go the a normal school and mix with the sinners. That woman should not be allowed to have any more children. All with names that start with a J, poor Jinger. How nice, a theme family.
February 3rd, 2010 at 11:44 am
Everyone has their own opinions; we all know this. I’ve read this entire comment list and am appalled. Some of the things that have been said are simply shameful and are a prime example of the breakdown of the moral fiber of this world.
The Duggar’s made the decision to live their lives in a conservative manner and to raise their children as such. As this relates to you, you also have made the choice(s) on how to live your own life. There is no reason to hold the Duggar’s to a different standard just because you don’t “believe” in THEIR choice. If you expect to be respected, you must first give respect of others. Blatant and vicious disregard of the feelings, thoughts, opinions, and beliefs of others only means you are lacking the open-mindedness required to be accepting of ALL. For those of you who didn’t catch that, it means you possess the most dangerous form of ignorance: fear of the unknown. Until you can truly be both empathetic and sympathetic, you have absolutely no room to voice your ignorance so that it may potentially influence others.
I, too, am deeply concerned about the health of Michelle and Baby Josie, as well as the potential adverse effects any subsequent pregnancies may bring to both mother and child. However, Jesus’s greatest gift that was bestowed unto mankind through His death is the gift of free will. God leaves it up to us as to which path in life we choose to take; that of good or that of evil. And He also makes it very clear that there will be consequences no matter which path is chosen. Those who choose to believe will be shunned, judged, persecuted, (sound familiar?)and can even face death for their belief in Him. Those who choose not to believe, unless converted, face a day in time when all of their actions will be accounted and answered for. That will be the ultimate judgment and the fiery pits of Hell await them for their souls to forever be cast into damnation to be tortured for all of eternity.
I’m not a “religious freak” as I will probably be called after I post this, nor do I belong to any one particular religion. In fact, if you do your research, Jesus HATES religion. I just choose to believe, even if it’s only on faith.
Stop the nonsensical judging and let these people live their lives, just as you will continue to live your own.
God Bless the Duggar Family and a speedy recovery for both Michelle and Baby Josie.
February 4th, 2010 at 9:12 am
Whats wrong with the boys haircuts? I think the kids are nice looking kids, they seem happy and all.There is nothing wrong with having all your kids names start with a certain letter. I do wonder though, about the girls clothes? Why do they always have dresses or skirts on? Are they not allowed to wear pants? Thats so Little House on the prairie! My only real issue is the safety and common sense of having so many kids!
February 6th, 2010 at 6:26 am
I would like to pray for TERRY.. who has some obvious issues of her own. what they do with their life is their own decision, just like what you do with yours is your decision.. I would really like to see you say these things to Michelle Duggar’s face.. Just because we can’t see your name or face, does not mean you shouldnt be ashamed of the things you say..
February 6th, 2010 at 4:52 pm
I would like to pray for RARRA…I have a question for you..have you ever had an opinion about someone’s lifestyle that was contrary to their beliefs and conduct? Did you go straight up to them and divulge your thoughts and tell them you disagreed EVERY SINGLE TIME? Of course not. How wonderful to sit in judgement of others and believe you are perfect; how fantastic! I would have no problem saying these things to Michelle Duggars face. I don’t say one thing and think another..unlike you. The reason you can’t see my face sweetheart is because this is the INTERNET..you can’t see ANYONE’S face here…I am not ashamed..but you should be, acting like you tell all people every negative thought you have about them HA! Don’t pray for me darling..I don’t need your prayers, save them for the Duggars…OH and by the way I’m a man..hahahahahahaha!
February 24th, 2010 at 12:40 pm
These people need to stop having children. I would tell them this to their faces too. The world has enough bible beaters running around. We need more people with education and intellect instead of more hillbillies like the Duggars and their ignorant brood. He needs to keep his pants zipped and she needs to keep her legs closed. And if you think that their having children is their own business well you are wrong. Their global footprint is GIGANTIC. They are abusing the resources of the planet and the more children they have the worse it will be. People who say they are letting God control how many children they have instead of using birth control are simple lazy and selfish.
February 26th, 2010 at 9:46 am
Has anyone considered the simple fact that there are 6.5 BILLION humans in the world with limited resources? I mean, there are people in the world today who are literally starving to death, can’t get a clean drink of water to save their lives, or who are living in poverty so deep that most of us can’t even fathom their situation. News flash to all of you bible thumpers: there IS such as thing as overpopulation and scarcity of natural resources IS a real problem in today’s society. Having 19 kids is unsustainable…plain and simple. Anyone who denies this is delusional.
April 20th, 2010 at 10:20 pm
I honestly love reading things about the Duggar family. I have watched their show many times.. and i have a few things i want to point out.
someone up there, i think megan c? i could be wrong said that the amish religion was a cult. ARE YOU KIDDING ME? lol you can say that about any religion. Do your research before you start calling religions different from your own a cult.
someone else said something along the lines of if the duggars decided to adopt they wouldnt feel like that child is their own. and when you adopt you treat that child differently. Obviously if thats how you feel you shouldn’t adopt. adopting a child is a beautiful thing. and you are giving that child a new life. I believe that if the duggars love children so much they should adopt. Its safer for Michelle, and she can still have more children.
I agree with everyone who says that the older children take care of the younger ones. At 19, there are not enough hours in the day to spend individual time with your children. Michelle and Jimbob have both said that they use the buddy system that the older children are paired up with the younger ones. And i agree with everyone who says the older children do the household chores. I believe that children should learn hard work. But you dont have kids to get them to do everything for you. As a 43 year old woman, i think its time for Michelle to take a break, and spend quality time with the children she already has.
May 13th, 2010 at 12:18 pm
i think they are great parents take my hat off for them
June 2nd, 2010 at 3:41 pm
I wish I could believe their incessant procreating were unselfish, just and necessary…. However, this is just over-population of land, goods and resources! If you feel the need, regardless of religion, to keep helping the world spawn more and more and more and more Christians, adopt those children that otherwise would not know of your beliefs…. There are already too many people here and then you add 19 offspring to the mix… what if each follows you? Really? Even with only 1/2, that is 190 grandchildren and with an average of 2 children of their own…. 380?
Gross.
Sucking up resources for families that aim for 1-3 children!!!!!!!!!!!!!
July 1st, 2010 at 12:46 am
Having all those children while knowing that everything they consume is adding to their footprint on the earth is totally irresponsible and selfish. If the Duggars are truly Christians they should be more aware that using up all the resources they do goes against the principle of ” love thy neighbor .” And, just my opinion, but the idea that they somehow scrimp and save , recycle, work hard, and conserve their way to sustaining their way of life is not believable. I’m sure that their church helps them out with money and resources because they are such a “shining example of Christian living”, and add more Christians to the population.
July 17th, 2010 at 5:18 am
ok, so i think that the duggar family should just keep doing what they are doing. They are happy, so let them be…and if yall are SOOO worried abt the resources that they are using then take your own advice and get off the internet, sell your computer and help the ecnonomy bc u are taking up resources too. no bosy is making you watch the show and if you dont like somthing instead of preahing abt the duggars go and do something abt what you believe in…
July 28th, 2010 at 2:58 pm
Wow, so much negativity. I just don’t understand why anyone would have such a hate filled opinion of their lives. I think we should all just take care of ourselves and not judge whatever one else is doing. It’s just sad that people would have negative things to say about these people because they have a lot of kids I mean really? Really? People also saying that because they are Christians they are uneducated hillbilies. Give me a break! Education is relative and the education they have recieved will award them much greater then all the education you can get at any university. If you are a believer in God you understand what I’m talking about. If your a judgemental, unschooled in theology, world focused person then you don’t understand. Not yet… Our resources will be taken cared of despite their 19 children. If you think them having 19 kids is going to completley mess up our earth then we have more to worry about then them we have irrationality to worry about. Leave people alone, let each of us walk our own walk in this life, judge only yourself and recycle your own goods and let me worry about me and the Duggers worry about themselves.
August 2nd, 2010 at 6:09 am
It is none of my business what the family does, but if I was Michelle, I would be terrified to get pregnant again. She is older now, (too old to be having babies), and she has had so many children, there is a tremendous risk to her health to have another baby. It would really be hard for Jim Bob to take care of all those children by himself. The older girls will probably get married over the next few years and he will be left to raise all of the smaller kids by himself if something happens to her.
August 4th, 2010 at 9:16 am
I think it is totally selfish for the duggers to even consider having another baby. There are so many homeless ,precious children starving for a family. ADOPT !!!!! Little JOSIE appears to have down syndrome, and at michelles age, this does NOT surprise me. Poor baby !
August 15th, 2010 at 5:29 pm
What an amazing story and what an amazing family. If they wanna have untold kids that is their choice. As long as they are a good mother on father to their kids and are their for them, I dont see the problem. Some people have one child and dont treat it well, so numbers of children is not answer to societies woes!
Go Duggans!
August 18th, 2010 at 11:02 am
I beleave that they should of stoped at 6th child and all you poeple want to do is make the goverment to pay for all those kids and you should give some kid’s up to poeple that can’t get pregnant because there is alot of poeple that would do any thing to have a child of their own so why don’t you give up Josie and some little kid’s. God did not say in the bible that you can not take birth control it’s about time to stop and not go for the 20th child…
August 18th, 2010 at 11:05 am
stop having kids you already have to many of them let other people try or give some kids up…
August 18th, 2010 at 11:09 am
The bible says nothing about taking birth control or having your tobes tied. enough kids give some up.
October 14th, 2010 at 5:46 am
First..i love the fact the duggar’s are raising their family for Christ. I do have some concern’s.the buddy system is great..to a point. If it is true at 4 to 6 mo. big sister becomes a buddy.so mom can get pregnant again.Why do i feel uncomfortable with this? Babies need their mom in their first year. In bibical times women spaced their children apart by nursing baby through toddlerhood. So..can one say ‘you are trusting God to give as many children as He will?Wouldn’t the biblical way be to nurse until baby is 2 and patiently wait to get pregant again? Is it ok that the small kid’s call their big sister’s..mommy? Is it ok that the small children ALWAY’S run to big sister for comfort?Is it ok if dad keep’s calling you by another name? Is it ok that daughter’s AWLAYS make dinner and lunch? Is it ok that your daughter’s always look so tired? To delegate work and chores is great but and teaches responsibility but they should NOT be expected to do EVERYTHING. It’s healthy for small children to see mom making dinner; mom’s arm’s comforting her children. And guy’s, this is a dangerous world, more so than any other time, would any of you be comfortable placing your children in front of tv camera’s? I remember when i was a young mom..we were told not to put child’s name on t-shirt for obvious reason’s, but to put them on tv everyday..i just don’t know.Why is it i feel something is not ‘right’ that perhap’s ‘wisedom’ is missing.
October 14th, 2010 at 5:57 am
And may i point something out to those christian’s in here..the duggar’s follow bill gothard. Bill Gothard’s defination of God’s grace : the desire to reproduce ourselves spiritually. He decribes faith as; visualizating what god intend’s to do with us. Both these defination’s are in grave error. God’s grace is unmerited favor.and faith is simply taking God at His word and trusting Him. My concern is they are teaching their kid’s to follow a man who is very questionable doctrinally.
October 15th, 2010 at 4:56 am
Hanna, Mama Duggar did breast feed her kids including little Josie but in the hospital they found out Joasie is allergic to her mother’s milk. Also breast feeding is not birth control, I can prove that. I have 3 children and 3 was the perfect number for me. I believe that Mama Duggar is not at fault, Jim Bob is. In their religion, the husband has all the say, he makes all the decisions. I feel that if Mama Duggar died during a pregnancy/labor/birth, Jim Bob would remarry and start having more kids with the next wife. He is the one who needs to be “fixed”. It is so much easier a surgery for a man to get it done. Shame on ol Jim Bob. He’s a horny dude.