Jana Chooses a Venue and a Dress

Jana Duggar, now Jana Wissmann, has started sharing wedding planning and house renovations on YouTube. Accompanied by sisters Jessa Seewald and Joy Forsyth and sister-in-law Abbie Duggar, she chose her venue and her dress. What do you think of her choices?

Video: Venue and Wedding Dress Shopping

Jason’s Engagement

 Love is in the air, and another Duggar wedding is in the works! Jason Duggar, 24, just asked his girlfriend, Maddie Grace, to marry him, and she said yes. Jason, who is No. 12 in the Duggar lineup. proposed on the beach. 

Jana Surprises Stephen

Now that Jana Duggar is Mrs. Stephen Wissmann, let's look back at the couple's relationship. After dating for a short time a few years ago, Jana and Stephen went their separate ways. They each continued to live where they grew up, close to their (much larger than average) families. According to People Magazine, Jana started nursing school last year. 

Then in early 2024, Stephen reached back out to Jana in the form of a handwritten letter. They rekindled their friendship, and Jana says she quickly fell in love with him. The engagement followed on June 15th, and the wedding took place exactly two months later at a beautiful venue (The Grand at Willow Springs) near her family's Northwest Arkansas home. The couple will start their new live together in Nebraska.

Jana just uploaded a video to YouTube that shows her making a surprise visit to Stephen while they were dating. Johannah Duggar, 18, and Jennifer Duggar, 16, went along to chaperone and help their sister drive through the night.  

To see photos from the beautiful wedding, including shots of Jana with each of her parents, visit the People Magazine website.

Jana Duggar is Married!

Good evening, blog readers! We bring you a very exciting announcement. Jana Duggar is married! She and Stephen Wissmann became husband and wife today, August 15th, in front of 500 guests. People Magazine has all the details and a collection of beautiful photos. 

The article also shares an abbreviated version of Jana and Stephen's love story. As many of you know, the Duggar and Wissmann families have known each other for well over a decade, and Jeremiah Duggar is married to Hannah Wissmann. Jana and Stephen dated briefly a few years ago but broke it off, remaining friends until they reconnected earlier this year. Jana reveals that it was difficult watching ten of her younger siblings tie the knot while she waited for her prince charming, but she says that her faith has remained strong. 

On a more bittersweet note, Jana's marriage means that she will be leaving Arkansas. She will move to Nebraska to live with Stephen.

Fun fact: Today is Michael (Bates) Keilen's nine-year wedding anniversary. Jana was in Michael's wedding, as the two are childhood friends.

Jinger on Life with 18 Siblings

Jinger and Jeremy Vuolo sat down for a third episode of The Jinger and Jeremy Podcast. In this segment, Jeremy interviews Jinger about her busy but exciting childhood as the sixth-born of nineteen children. If you were a fan of 19 Kids and Counting, you might know the answers to some of his questions.

Vuolos on Internet Safety

Last week, we shared the news of Jinger and Jeremy Vuolo's new podcast and posted a link to their first episode. They just uploaded their second episode, available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and other podcast listening services. Have you listened to "The Jinger and Jeremy Podcast" yet? Episode two is about their decision to keep their daughters out of the spotlight. That isn't something they have always done, and they have received a lot of questions on the subject.

First Twin Grandchildren for the Duggars

Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar have two sets of twin children, and they will soon welcome their first set of twin grandchildren! Who are the lucky parents of multiples? We will give you a hint: Dad is a twin himself, and he will now have double the children. Well that only narrows it down to Jedidiah and Katey Duggar, Jeremiah and Hannah Duggar, and John and Abbie Duggar. 

Here's another hint: This couple's other two children just turned one and two in May. So that means that the parents are Jedidiah and Katey! They surprised both families with the announcement of twins and the gender reveal at the same time. You can watch the video footage on their YouTube account.

Vuolos Make Two Big Announcements

Almost two years ago, Jinger and Jeremy Vuolo announced that they had purchased a house after renting in Los Angeles for three years. Some readers have guessed that the Vuolos recently moved again, and they are correct. Jinger, Jeremy, Felicity, and Evangeline still live in the same city, but they moved into a new house. It is a bit of a fixer-upper (Jinger is a Duggar, after all).

So that is the first big announcement. The second is that they are relaunching their podcast. We posted about their first podcast, "The Hope We Hold," in June 2020. It ran through December 2020. Evangeline was born in November, so they decided that they needed a break. Now three and a half years later, they are jumping back on the airwaves. This podcast is called "The Jinger and Jeremy Podcast," and the first episode is now available on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Tour Jana's Tiny House

A few years ago, Jana Duggar moved into a tiny house. In true Duggar fashion, she did a lot of renovations before moving in. She has worked hard to make it functional and beautiful. She does a lot of movie nights with her sisters. She also has two sinks side-by-side, courtesy of her brothers. Visit her YouTube channel to watch her 14-minute tour, filmed by Jessa Seewald.

Duggar Playroom Overhaul

Jana Duggar posted another video to her YouTube account. A few years ago, she and some of her brothers renovated the playroom at the “big house.” Do you remember watching Jim and Michelle Duggar build their house on their reality show? They added an indoor playset with a slide. About fifteen years later, some of the siblings decided that it needed a makeover. The end result is stunning. The project was a surprise for Jim Bob and Michelle. Jana explains that Jim Bob is a creature of habit and likes things the way they are. But she says he agreed that the playroom needed a facelift, so they took that as approval. 

Jason Duggar's Girlfriend

Exciting news! Jason Duggar is in a relationship with a girl named Maddie. Jason, who is No. 12 of Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar's 19 children, turned 24 in April.

Update Video from Jana

What has Jana Duggar been up to? The second eldest of Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar’s 19 children just shared an update video. This is the first video that Jana has posted to YouTube in three years. In it, she shares some of the projects that she and her siblings have been working on at the family property. 

Gunner Forsyth Rushed to the Hospital

Joy and Austin Forsyth had a major health scare with one of their three children. While they were at Austin's parents' house, Gunner started choking. Austin, who is a trained EMT, was able to get Gunner to breath, but he was still lethargic and having a hard time. Joy and Austin decided to take him to the hospital, which was an hour away, to have him evaluated. Joy recounts the ordeal in a recent YouTube video.

Vuolos on Duggar Family Relationships

Have you heard the news about Jinger (Duggar) Vuolo's new book? She and Jeremy recently joined Matt and Abby Howard on their podcast, The Unplanned Podcast. For 90 minutes, they discuss a wide variety of topics, including how they live their lives differently than Jim Bob and Michelle and how they navigate making their own decisions while maintaining a good relationship with the Duggars. 

Jinger explains that she desires to preserve family relationships in order to have a positive influence on family members who are still following the IBLP teachings. The Vuolos also talk about their choice not to make money an issue while they were filming for Counting On. And Jeremy shares how he showed respect for Jim Bob and Michelle during his courtship with Jinger.

How do Jinger and Jeremy, who live in Los Angeles, stay in touch with the ever-growing Duggar clan? Jinger says that she talks to various family, including her mom, on a regular basis. There are a number of Duggar family group chats, including one with the sisters, one about working out, and one with the entire family. 

Those are the highlights of the podcast, but we encourage you to listen for yourself. You'll find The Unplanned Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts, as well as on YouTube.

Jinger Duggar Vuolo to Release Another Book

You read that headline correctly. Jinger (Duggar) Vuolo is in fact slated to release a new book. Her first book was Growing Up Duggar, which she penned with Jana, Jill, and Jessa before she was married. Then she and Jeremy co-wrote The Hope We Hold: Finding Peace in the Promises of God, which they followed with a children's book called You Can Shine So Bright. Her January 2023 memoir was Becoming Free Indeed: My Story of Disentangling Faith From Fear.

Jinger's next book is called People Pleaser: Breaking Free From the Burden of Imaginary Expectations. It is currently set to hit the shelves on January 14, 2025. You can pre-order this title on Amazon.

Q&A with Joy Forsth

Joy Forsyth recently sat down to answer questions from fans. What is her favorite song? Has she done any disentangling as a result of the release of Jinger and Jill's books? How did she come to the decision to wear pants, and did other family members give her grief? Hear her discuss these and other topics in her latest question and answer video.

Jeremy Returns to the Soccer Field

Most of you know that Jeremy Vuolo is a former professional soccer player. He ended his career in pursuit of ministry before he and Jinger began courting. It has been nearly 10 years since he stepped off the field, but he coming out of retirement this month. Well, just to play one game. That game takes place on Father's Day (Sunday, June 16th) at 4pm PST at the Toyota Arena in the Los Angeles area. If you live nearby and wish to attend, you can purchase tickets from Ticketmaster.

Update from Jed and Katey

It has been over a year since Jed and Katey Duggar welcomed their second child, Nora Kate Duggar, just one year after their first, Truett Duggar. They celebrated with a strawberry themed party, which a number of Duggar family members attended. They uploaded a video to YouTube that shows footage from the party as well as a life update. 

A Day with the Seewalds

Spurgeon Seewald will be nine years old in November, which means that Jessa and Ben Seewald currently have five children ages eight and under. What has life been like since they welcomed baby George in December? Jessa made a “day in the life” video and uploaded it to YouTube. 

Jessa and Ben on a Podcast

Jessa and Ben Seewald don’t spend much time in the public eye these days, but they recently stepped out to be guests on a podcast. They chatted with Elisha and Katie Voetberg on the Voetbergs’ podcast, “Now that We’re a Family.” They talk about their life as parents of five young children and what they prioritize. Ben has been a pastor for four years, and Jessa is busy homeschooling. They also discuss balancing family relationships with Ben’s church duties, as well as other topics.

Dillards Announce Stillbirth

Jill and Derick Dillard just made a heartbreaking announcement. Jill was pregnant, but the baby passed away in utero at four months and was stillborn. Their child was a girl whom they named Isla Marie Dillard. She was due in August, just one month after brother Freddy's second birthday. Photos of the parents holding their swaddled daughter are available on their website.

Catch Up With 6 Duggar Sisters

"Even if we don't necessarily agree on everything, a lot of us are non-confrontational, and we can still enjoy each other's company and have differences." 

-Joy Forsyth

With the Duggars' TV show off the air, it's been a while since fans have heard from Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar's younger children. Join Joy Forsyth and Jana Duggar and their four youngest sisters (Johannah Duggar, Jennifer Duggar, Jordyn Duggar, and Josie Duggar) for a Q & A session at the Forsyths' house, during which the ladies cover a wide variety of topics. Johannah reveals that she hopes to improve her construction skills and her Spanish, Josie mentions learning to jump her pony, and Jana talks about serving her siblings by helping them with house projects. And if you look closely, there is a small, white animal camouflaged on one of the blankets.

Organizing with Jessa Seewald

"My mom has majorly inspired me. She is always super organized, always has been. I don't ever remember a time when she wasn't very organized."

-Jessa Seewald

Jessa Seewald doesn't spend much time on social media, but when she does, it's usually interesting to watch. Inspired by a book that was recommended to her by her mom, Michelle Duggar, she recently went on an organizing and de-cluttering kick, and she's bringing viewers along in a new YouTube video. 

What are some of your favorite organizing and de-cluttering tips?

Welcome Baby Brielle

Jeremiah and Hannah Duggar are now parents of two little ones! Their second child, another girl, was just born. The couple has not shared her birth date, but they did make her name public: Brielle Grace Duggar. She joined sister Brynley Noelle Duggar, who is just over one year old (born Christmas Day 2022). 

Nails and Mud

 What does a trip to the nail salon have in common with mud? Not much, but both are featured in Joy and Austin Forsyth's latest YouTube video. Joy and the kids join Jana Duggar and Johannah Duggar for manicures and pedicures. And later, the Forsyths meet up with Austin's parents and some friends for a mudding adventure.

Rock Climbing with the Forsyths and Vuolos

When Joy and Austin Forsyth and their kids visited Jinger and Jeremy Vuolo in Los Angeles recently, the adults went on a big adventure. They headed to Malibu, California, to climb rocks at Point Dume (video link below). Have you ever been climbing on a real rock face?

Jinger and Jeremy Vuolo: A Wild Adventure with Joy and Austin

Joy’s Q&A

Joy-Anna (Duggar) Forsyth just uploaded a question and answer video to YouTube. In it, she’s discusses how often she sees her parents and siblings, her hobbies, the mental and spiritual battles she has faced since delivering Gunner, and more. 

Jill and Derick Dillard on 'The Unplanned Podcast'

Jill and Derick Dillard recently sat down with Matt and Abby Howard, hosts of The Unplanned Podcast. They discussed various topics related to Jill's upbringing, the Dillards' courtship and marriage, and Counting the Cost. The interview is available on YouTube.

Jinger Vuolo on 'Shiny Happy People'

Jinger and Jeremy Vuolo filmed another interview-style video podcast. In this one, they discuss the docuseries Shiny Happy People. Jinger explains why she chose not to participate. She and Jeremy also share the helpful elements of the docuseries, as well as what they believe it lacked.