Jinger's Pregnancy Nerves

Jinger Duggar Vuolo is approximately 23 weeks pregnant with the 12th Duggar grandchild and is due in mid July (just a month after Kendra Duggar's due date). Last week, she admitted to Us Weekly that Joy's birth story has made her a bit apprehensive.

"I wasn’t super nervous until Joy had her baby, and then I thought, 'Oh my. What if I have a 10-pounder?'" Jinger tells Us.

The mom-to-be is trying to focus on the more positive aspects of pregnancy. Husband Jeremy Vuolo has been on cloud nine and is beyond elated to enter fatherhood.

"He just gets so excited when he thinks about us having a baby, and last night he could feel the baby kicking for the first time, and he was just thrilled," Jinger tells Us.

For more on Jinger pregnancy, as well as Kendra and Joy's pregnancies, pick up the newest issue of Us Weekly, on newsstands now.

Photo courtesy jingerandjeremy.com

The 'Hidden' Chaperone

Tonight is the last episode of Counting On before the big wedding special airs next Monday! Two weeks before their special day, Jinger Duggar and Jeremy Vuolo transport all of Jinger's belongings down to their future home in Laredo, Texas. Jedidiah comes along as a chaperone but has to sit in the backseat surrounded by stuff. You can hardly see him, but we assure you he's there. Check out the promo video below.

Monday, February 13
9pm ET/8pm CT: All About Jinger (NEW)
Jinger packs for her move to Texas, which includes a surprise gift from her family. She, Jeremy, and Jed drive to her future home in Laredo. As they anticipate Jinger's big move, the Duggar siblings take a trip down memory lane.
11pm ET/8pm CT: All About Jinger

Photo/video courtesy TLC

Jessa: 'I love nighttime feedings'

Did you catch the Seewald's big announcement? They're expecting their second child in February 2017! (See Tuesday's post for more details.)

Jessa and Ben released the following statement via People and Us Weekly:

We are so thankful that God is adding to our family. 2017 is shaping up to be a wonderful year already, and we know Spurgeon will do a great job in his new role. Having Spurgeon has been such a wonderful blessing, and we cannot wait to see the face of this sweet new baby (or babies!).

In a recent interview, Jessa also told Us Weekly that she "loves nighttime feedings, even if it means getting less sleep." The Counting On star says she knows Spurgeon is growing up quickly and that she will "look back and miss these days."

Meanwhile, Jill Dillard shared with Us Weekly that she and Derick "are excitedly waiting to see when God might bless us with another [baby]!"

Jinger Duggar and Jeremy Vuolo took the cover story in last week's issue of Us Weekly, and Jessa and Ben Seewald will appear in this week's edition of People, on newsstands Friday.

Photo courtesy TLC

Jinger and Jeremy Chat with 'Us Weekly'

Jinger Duggar and Jeremy Vuolo are the feature story on this week's issue of Us Weekly. Under the headline "Our Whirlwind Courtship," the couple opens up about their relationship, engagement, and upcoming wedding.

We have posted a few highlights below to give you a sneak peek. To read the full article, pick up a copy of Us Weekly at your local grocery store, pharmacy, or gas station.

-Jinger and Jeremy courted for seven months before their July 25th engagement. According to Jeremy, he and Jinger met in May 2015 but were "purely friends" for about eight months.

-Jeremy's New York City rooftop proposal took a month to plan. The sun was setting as he dropped down to one knee, and a pair of musicians were playing "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing," a favorite song that will also be part of the wedding.

-Jinger's nickname for Jeremy is "Babe."

-Although they currently live 771 miles apart,  Jinger and Jeremy say they are able to see each other every couple weeks. When they aren't together, they exchange encouraging letters and small gifts.

-Jeremy is a former professional soccer player. How does Jinger feel about the sport? She admits she isn't as athletic as her fiancé but says she enjoys watching soccer highlights with him and is trying to learn more about the game.

The article also features quotes from Jill Dillard and Jessa Seewald:

-16-month-old Israel Dillard is learning to talk in both English and Spanish. He can say "hello" in both languages, as well as "Papi," "Mami," "and "agua." One of his new favorite things is to copy whatever Derick does.

- Meanwhile, nine-month-old Spurgeon Seewald is starting to walk. Jessa and Ben are eager to adopt and have already taken steps to start the journey.

Photo credit: Us Weekly

Jinger and Jeremy on Cover of Us Weekly

Jinger Duggar and fiancé Jeremy Vuolo are front and center on this week's cover of Us Weekly. The newly engaged couple opens up about their seven-month courtship and New York City engagement. (Jeremy popped the question with a .75-carat ring on July 25th, and he and Jinger made the announcement public the next day.)

Jinger and Jeremy told Us Weekly that their marriage ceremony will be much smaller than past Duggar weddings. “We’re trying to keep it intimate, between family and friends," said Jeremy. “We want to be very intentional with who we invite.” The two lovebirds have not yet set a date. (Stay tuned.)

After the wedding, the sixth oldest child of Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar will move more than 700 miles to Laredo, Texas, where Jeremy pastors a small baptist church. As far as children go, Jinger and Jeremy admit that they haven't discussed family size, but as expected, they both love children.

For more on Jinger and Jeremy, check out the video below, pick up this week's issue of Us Weekly, and tune in to Counting On next Tuesday on TLC.

*Photo is property of duggarfamily.com and may not be used without written permission; to view the rest of the album, visit duggarfamily.com. Video is courtesy of Us Weekly.

New 'Counting On' Promo Video

Counting On Season two premieres in six days! All the excitement starts next Tuesday, August 23, at 8pm ET/7pm CT on TLC.

The network has a lot in store for us, including plenty of exciting footage on Jinger Duggar's courtship and engagement to Jeremy Vuolo.

And you'll be thrilled to hear that this season's storyline will involve more than just the Duggar siblings. We will see Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar, as well! (For those who wish to start rumors, sources from TLC have confirmed multiple times that Josh Duggar will not appear on any future programming.)

Check out this promo video...

Photo/video courtesy TLC

Dillards and Seewalds in 'Us Weekly'

The Dillards and Seewalds are in this week's edition of Us Weekly. The story is called "Two Kids and Counting" and shares all the details of Jill and Jessa's lives as first-time-moms.

According to Jessa Seewald, "having little siblings was like having live baby dolls."

Spurgeon Seewald, who turns six months old in May, has started rolling over and can scoot across the floor. His cousin, almost-13-month-old Israel Dillard, has seven teeth and is a pro at walking.

You will see footage of Spurgeon and Israel's first meeting during Tuesday's season finale episode, but Jill Dillard tells Us Weekly that Israel gave Spurgeon a bunch of kisses!

Both Jill and Jessa agree that mom Michelle Duggar is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to raising kids. "There's no pressure to do things just exactly how she did them, but when I feel overwhelmed, she's always there telling me, 'You're doing a great job!'" shares Jessa. "That gives me the courage to trust my instincts."

For more information, including quotes from Ben Seewald and Derick Dillard, grab a copy of Us Weekly at your local newsstand.


Photos courtesy theseewaldfamily.com, dillardfamily.com, TLC

Joyful Joy

Sorry y'all! We had this post ready to go early this morning and forgot to push the "Publish" button. Oh well, better late than never, right?

Can Joy-Anna Duggar hold her own in the kitchen? In the following video, she and friends Sierra and Holly get together to bake sugar cookies for an upcoming surprise baby shower, as seen on Tuesday's episode of Jill & Jessa: Counting On.

The gals also explain why they include men and children in their baby showers, and Joy's family shares their thoughts on her personality.

Photo/video courtesy TLC/Us Weekly

Another 'Counting On' Promo

"I think we will complement each other very well in our parenting styles," shares Jessa Seewald in the following TLC promo clip. "Maybe I'll try to keep the kids in line, and he will goof off with them."

Jill & Jessa: Counting On premieres Sunday, December 13th, at 8pm ET/7pm CT. Check out yesterday's post to watch an additional promo video, featuring Anna Duggar and a few of Jill and Jessa's siblings.

We apologize for the small size. Visit the Us Weekly website to watch a larger version of the video.