Jessa Duggar, known for her appearance on the reality show “Counting On,” recently shared a heartwarming detail about the birth of her sixth child. In a personal video posted online, Jessa revealed that it was her younger sister, Jordyn-Grace, who had the special honour of cutting her newborn’s umbilical cord. The touching moment unfolded as Jessa’s husband, Ben Seewald, opted out of performing the task due to a weak stomach.
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The 32-year-old mother of six described the scene as she encouraged Ben to cut the cord, only to have him decline the offer. Jessa then turned to her sister, who was present at the birth for the first time, and suggested she take on the role. Jordyn-Grace eagerly accepted the opportunity and cut the cord, expressing her excitement at being part of the birth process. Jessa shared, “It was a sweet moment when it came time to cut the cord. My sister, Jordyn, this was her first time to be at one of my births. And so, I said, ‘Jordyn, you should cut the cord.’ And she was really excited about that.”
As Jessa and Ben welcomed their newest addition, fans were treated to glimpses of the birth journey through a vlog posted on Jessa’s YouTube channel. The video captured moments of Jessa in labour, surrounded by her loved ones in her parents’ home in Arkansas. The emotional footage documented the anticipation as contractions intensified before the joyful arrival of the new baby. The video also highlighted Jessa’s close bond with her mother, Michelle Duggar, who stood by her side during the birthing process.
Reflecting on her journey to motherhood, Jessa shared her excitement about expanding her family, expressing a desire for a large brood with Ben. The couple, who tied the knot in 2014, have welcomed six children together, with their newest arrival adding to the growing family. Jessa and Ben’s parenting journey began with the birth of their first son, Spurgeon, followed by two more sons, Henry and their daughter Ivy. Their family faced challenges with pregnancy loss but found joy with the arrival of daughters Fern and their fifth child, son George.
In a candid YouTube video titled “Baby #6 Q&A + My Morning Routine,” Jessa addressed criticisms about her family size, acknowledging negative comments received online. Despite the online negativity, Jessa shared that she has not encountered such hostility in person. She also responded to comparisons between herself and her mother, Michelle Duggar, whom she admires greatly. Jessa expressed her admiration for her mother’s qualities as a parent, stating, “Her patience, her love, her gentleness [and] her kind speech. She is the golden example of a mother, in my opinion.”
As a member of the extensive Duggar family, Jessa has embraced her unique journey to motherhood while honouring her mother’s influence on her parenting style. She shared her aspirations of following in her mother’s footsteps in nurturing a loving and compassionate household. Despite facing criticism and scrutiny online, Jessa remains focused on her role as a mother and values the lessons she has learned from her own family experience.
Jessa Duggar’s openness about her birth experience and family dynamics offers fans a glimpse into her life beyond the reality show spotlight. Her willingness to share personal moments and reflections on motherhood resonates with many, highlighting the joys and challenges of raising a large family in the public eye. As Jessa continues to navigate the ups and downs of parenting, her story serves as an inspiration to those who admire her commitment to family and values.