BRINGING UP QUESTIONS: AN ENCOURAGING CONVERSATION WITH KELLY JO BATES, MOM OF 19!

[@rebalynn3117]

Where can we start a petition to get Kelly and Gil to start their own KZbin channel!? We just love them so much!!

[@andreafelton689]

Trace & Lydia recently announced that on a recent video where Gill and Kelly spoke to them about parenting

[@rebalynn3117]

@@andreafelton689 Announced what?

[@gracecochran4559]

Yes!!

[@ciaramc790]

​@@rebalynn3117 Trace asked for people to leave comments if they wanted his parents to start a YT channel.. hopefully they will😊

[@constanceglad32]

​@@ciaramc790 They would have so much to share ❤

[@KatieLogen]

Your mom should write a parenting book! Thank you for sharing her wisdom with us ❤

[@leehoffman5275]

Your mom looks beautiful. She doesn't seem to age.

[@brookidy]

Yes!!!

[@tracydixon4522]

She needs to write her own devotional book for Mom's

[@MyVlogTherapy]

Yes just a life skills book 👏🏽

[@shotkallah]

Oh she needs a weekly podcast. She has so much wisdom

[@rachellebrooke4614]

Yes

[@jessicabrown6943]

Yes!! ❤

[@janwight9554]

Absolutely!

[@jodis6234]

There needs to be more Kelly Jo's in the world.

[@suestephan3255]

I will second that. The best Mom cheer leader.😊

[@evaowens1400]

I love how your Mom gives each of her loved ones a tribute on their birthdays....it's always so positive and loving, plus, it's obvious she knows everyone really well....she sees the inside qualities of everyone.

[@mauricekatoen2720]

I was thinking the exact same thing! It really show just how much she knows all of her children so well.

[@reapwhatyousow9163]

Mama Bates needs to write a book!

[@lindadaniels2525]

I don't know how anyone else feels about this I admire how Gil and Kelly has raised their children and how they support their children. These two wonderful parents is not controlling or domineering like Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar Gil and Kelly has a close bond with their children I miss Bring Up Bates cause I miss seeing this wonderful faithful family

[@shirleyfreeman7101]

Yes for sure

[@ellenkleinsasser2558]

💯💯💯agree!!!

[@bjoyinwi2590]

❤Indeed

[@kindnessmatters4068]

👍🏼Ditto!!!

[@elizabethtunstall]

Very trueful and definitely need to be said

[@margaretm9028]

I could listen to Mama Bates ALL DAY LONG. ❤

[@kathleencasella4703]

Kelly what an inspiration you are.

[@candeebishop5736]

Your Mom is so precious! Her values and Love for Jesus has never wavered. I don't know how she does it with 19 kids!

[@connihudson1578]

I'm 71. I listen to these wise words. My reminder to encourage moms to take your godly advise is this: you will not get a do-over! And it can be the saddest while you have to wait for the Lord to undo what you messed up.❤

[@marisacassini3732]

More Kelly please ! She is just a fountain of wisdom and encouragement for us moms ! Erin , you are so blessed to have her for your mama !

[@melianna999]

If all mum were like Kelly Jo world would be paradise.

[@reetayoung]

I love her birthday posts for her kids.I don't know how she finds so much to say

[@slee7991]

Did I miss it? What birthday posts?

[@GenerationX3333]

Oh my goodness! Kelly Jo and Erin are so wonderful and lovely and graceful and Gorgeous

[@debbieanderson6740]

Kelly Jo's daily devotional for young mom's. The world could use more positivity. Like so many of us, growing up with negative daily. Erin you are so blessed to have Kelly Jo as your Mama.

[@ringsha9569]

You know, I'm not a mom, but I'm going through Chemotherapy right now and I'm choosing gratitude and focusing on blessings every day. I agree. It makes a huge difference!! ❤

[@ew2626]

Something I adore about Kelly Jo is her humility. She never says she has the answers, she truly just wants to love and help. Love always to the Bates and Paine family!❤

[@jenniferpeterson6617]

You have such a blessing in both your mom and your mother-in-law

[@SkySilver777]

I’ve commented this before but the q&a are my favorite videos!!! So much wisdom from a seasoned mother. We young moms with few role models need role models like these

[@rachelmaples9692]

❤ I believe that's how God sees each of His children too. He sees our unique qualities. Love this

[@janhoup]

Kelly is such an inspiration to women everywhere!! Jesus shines through her !!!!

[@maryjoleverette1558]

I just want to see them return to a weekly show like before! It was just THE BEST thing on tv! 😢😊❤

[@GoatsandGrace]

Yes! Agreed! Bring them back!

[@christinan7183]

She is a wealth of knowledge and so humble

[@Aliebalie16]

I love how y’all focused on not being negative or complaining about your kids, because as a woman who struggles with recurrent pregnancy loss it is so heartbreaking and irritating to me to hear moms complaining about their kids.

[@edithfarr3879]

Hang in there. The Lord knows the desires of your heart.

[@lisaherring7725]

Ms. Kelly, please please start your own channel. You have so much wisdom to offer. Your words have such conviction and the ability to help and to heal. We need more people like you in this world and we need more moms who have been through the years of raising children. I know you don’t want to be on camera but you have the ability through your meekness to change a whole generation. We are loosing women like you to a modern world. Thank you for considering it.

[@righteousnessofgodinchrist5555]

Mama B your Joy (and your family's Joy.. thank you Jesus) is the reason we are still wanting to be a part of Your families' journeys, so thank you very much. Yes your family is a Positive Blessing and a Big Reflection of Y'all....thank you, thank you God has Blessed All Y'all and your content is Positive and Family Friendly so Thank you So Much!!!🤗 P.S. Great Job Erin!

[@TheKimberlyrider]

Your mom is the most encouraging! Love her so much

[@vikkikilis1285]

I pray that your mom would have her own channel filled with her wisdom about being a wife, mother, friend, grandmother, etc. The wisdom she shared in this video was such a blessing.

[@tinaauten3185]

I don’t like this video….I LOVE it!!!! Kelly Jo is SO inspirational! I took notes about things that struck me and resonated with me! Simply fabulous! Thank you for sharing her wisdom.

[@jenisecoronado5555]

I so wish I had been raised by people like Kelly Jo and Gil Bates. You are such wonderful examples and your children are all so outstanding, each in their own way. My parents were the opposite. The world would be a whole different place if children had parents that cherished and loved them the way you do! I agree with everyone I see and hear... Kelly Jo and Gil are so missed! I wish we could watch you on a new program or forum! Erin, you and Chad are doing an awesome job with your kids too....following in your excellent parents' footsteps!

[@krisrobert415]

I love "Mamma Bates" and this very special question and answer. What a privilege to hear her words of wisdom! Thanks for sharing Erin 💞

[@jeanbroman4814]

What a loving and kind woman you are Kelly. You are surely an inspiration on how to be a Mother.

[@christydavenport1259]

I love Momma Bates outlook on negativity. I remember when I was pregnant feeling so sick and this one night my husband and friend from church wanted to go eat Mexican of all things. I really didn’t wanna go but I pushed myself and just getting out of the house and fellowshipping made me feel so much better!

[@carolwhisenhunt7504]

Erin you are a mini Kelly. I love Kelly. She's an amazing lady. Kelly, you blessed me so much today. Ty for sharing from your heart. I love the Bates family and all the in laws. Be blessed.

[@janetmcburney4582]

I particularly am amazed with the tributes she writes to eachbof her children/their spouses and grand children.

[@briannamckeehan6919]

The world needs more mothers like Kelly. She is a special person you can tell a lot by a person s voice and the way they speak. She just sounds so comforting and like a soft place to fall. Her demeanor has definitely rubbed off on her children. What a special family you all have.

[@eaglinarth123]

I’m 42 years old homeschooling my three teen girls l have five kids the older two are young adults l must say Kelly you have helped me in so many ways, lm so encouraged by your words. I love having Bible study with my girls. My husband does weekly devotions with the whole family. Kelly Joe can you talk about teen and young adults kids. Have a bless day and thanks Erin l really enjoyed this video🙏🏾😊

[@brendanelkins8524]

I just want to say that you guys are really amazing! God bless you Chad and Erin! GO BATES!!!! 😊😊😊

[@tammynaville6295]

Such beautiful, encouraging wisdom from a beautiful and admirable woman who raised so many beautiful and admirable now-adult children! Thank you for sharing, Mrs. Bates. After growing up in a difficult home, my husband and I are striving to honor the Lord by our marriage and family and in the raising of our sweet little daughter. Thank you, Erin, for all the wonderful content of your KZbin channel with Chad. God bless you all!

[@adrianatsipan3478]

Oh my!!! Your dad is Gill Bates!! We met at family camp in Texas and spent a couple hours just jaw-dropped listening to his wisdom and family stories! Very encouraging ❤❤

[@lindaphillips4956]

Thank you for sharing the wonderful wisdom of your mom with us. I know looking back myself on raising my children there are things I would like to have changed. I know as I watch my grandchildren grow that I am trying to make the best decision for them now. Mrs. Bates thank you for being such a wonderful blessing and sharing with us. You need to sit down and start working on writing and series of books about all the different things you do and know.

[@seventhdayissabbath8747]

Raising children falls mostly on the mom and is a ministry unto itself, they have a huge responsibility in how the child's outlook on life is and how they grow up to be productive adults... Mamma Kelly went to God and gives God the glory when she was overwhelmed, we can take a lesson in that for everything in life.. Go to God, he will help!!

[@kindnessmatters4068]

♡Aww! Love your Momma, Erin! I heard a interview your brother Trace and Lydia did with your parents, about why they had so many children... it was SO good!!! ♡♡

[@michelerucker3755]

Erin you are so blessed to have such a lovely and godly mother❤️👵😇

[@michelerucker1426]

Woah….I did a double take and wondered when I commented already 😂

[@ReeseJ.]

I can’t believe Kelly has had 19 kids and looks like she’s 35 she is so youthful and radiant.. Erin you look like a human Barbie doll gorgeous & knowing you love God and have promoted that from such a young age and you aren’t afraid to stand up for what you believe is so impressive

[@chrissym9697]

Erin and Kelly I truly thank you for this video. I so pray many expectant mamas watch this..I grew up with a very mentally unwell mother, although I love and appreciate her for what she sacrificed for me, she was very down and stressed all the time. She was also insecure and I tried to be different as a mother but did not have the Lord in my life. My children are young adults and it's never too late to change, I have many health struggles and often lately find myself being more down than I wish, this has been a blessing for me to see as I am now a Christian and know that my Lord and Savior loves me, Thank you both again

[@betheldridge2403]

I love Kelly Jo! Thank you for sharing her wisdom with us.

[@papaapple93]

What a wonderful Question and Answer video Erin and Kelly Jo did! I would love to see Gill and Kelly Jo have their own KZbin channel I love listening to Kelly’s wisdom and her stories she has such a sweet and beautiful family

[@darlagoodman6417]

I absolutely LUV Kelly Bates. She is such a Ray of SUNSHINE. I Wish She had a Women's Motivational vlog❤️🙏

[@reetayoung]

Love your Mom (and you!) 💝

[@edithfarr3879]

The mom is the heart ❤️ of the home.

[@shirleyfreeman7101]

Kelly Jo is such a wonderful blessing praise God Bless you all

[@Jakori1977]

Kelly is the mom we all wish we had ❤

[@catcat5217]

God bless you Kelly Jo, the advice you gave truly touched my heart. I'm a mom to 4 little ones and hearing you give such positive tips is such a breath of fresh air. 💙🙏 God bless you and your family

[@GGQ-h9k]

Kelly is such a beautiful soul she has walked through valleys and stood on mountain tops yet she doesn’t let life steal her Joy whatever the highs or lows. Wonderful to hear Kelly share such words of wisdom ❤

[@tami162]

Kelly as has the best advice! I wish she would start her own KZbin channel so we could see her more!

[@amandan943]

I’ve always admired Kelly Jo’s positive attitude

[@suestephan3255]

What a blessing from God to have a Mom that listened to God, hearing God encourage her. Jelly wa the woman God chose to bless with children 19x’s😀

[@sandrajeanball1259]

Watching your family continue on their own channels is wonderful! I love watching you all grow. You brought me through the past year after losing my son. We loved like you, so it helped me to relive that love. Memories are the greatest gift from God! I thank God for all of you! Keep being great Bates Family!!

[@erictackettproductions28]

That's awesome... and I got to witness that in your family when you're all young... and we were raised the same. 📖

[@beachgranny8355]

I love Kelly Jo❤️. She has so much encouraging, great advice.

[@juliegeddes2089]

Will watch live! Loved the interview with Chad’s mom, and also Trace’s interview with your parents. I’m trying to work on prepping meals like Chad’s mom recommended and get that cookbook! Excited to watch this interview :).

[@toliveischrist3330]

How lucky you are, Erin, to have Kelly as your mom! ❤

[@homemaker0506]

It’s amazing the difference between this family and the duggars. You guys towed the worldly line but never went way over like the Duggar’s.

[@alisha4846]

Kelly Jo is a great example of a virtuous woman. She just oozes of love and strength. Thoroughly enjoyed this time, and Erin, you are walking right into her footsteps with your marriage and raising your children.

[@carolnichols2869]

Don't we all wish we had been raised this way! So beautiful. This is so valuable, the wisdom of KellyJo. The proof is in the the wonderful successful lives of her children as they marry, and become parents. You young women, learn from her! Your life, and your children's will be so rewarding!

[@becca603]

Wow wish I had Mrs.Bates wisdom when I was raising my babies💜

[@roseannraupp6623]

There is so much wisdom that Kelly shared. She was and continues to be a shining example and role model to her children and grandchildren. I appreciate Kelly and Erin having this sit down and sharing wisdom with us all. Thank you Kelly Jo and Erin ♥️♥️

[@noraredpath8194]

What a beautiful family !

[@blancallara1719]

Erin you have an amazing mom. She's so down to earth and has so much normal beautiful advice, I could listen to her for hours. No wonder you are such a wonderful woman of God!! ❤❤

[@merledowning7192]

What I have noticed through your past show, youtube, and instagram is the relationship Kelly Jo has with all her children. The closeness and love shines through! Thank you, Kelly, you're an inspiration. I don't want to leave out Gil! He is also a great dad!!! Happy Mother's Day Kelly and Erin...

[@janieadames8453]

Your mom is BEAUTIFUL. Inside & Out.🙂

[@yayac6503]

What a wonderful Mother’s Day present to pass on to friends & family on Mother’s Day . I have watched your family on tv along time & enjoyed so much . God bless you all .

[@deborahhopper2682]

God Bless Momma B! Love her so much! Thanks for Sharing her knowledge with us! Love Y’all! Love and Prayers Always

[@jessicagarn5701]

So convicting. I've been doing my best to uplift and encourage my kids.. Thank you for this. I appreciate it.

[@britneywilson8807]

Kelly Jo encouraged me so much this morning! My little 2 year old is very hyperactive, and I’ve struggled with how to teach my little one Scripture, or even just instilling it into our everyday lives. This has helped me so much. Thank you for this video. I would love to hear more teaching from Kelly Jo and Erin. 🩷

[@judyplante9276]

I miss your Mom & Dad so much. Your family is such an inspiration to us all!

[@laurale8299]

How can anyone not appreciate and love your mom. She always has great advice. Both of you are precious mothers. Enjoyed the vlog!

[@Sunnydreamer1470]

Mama B raised the most wonderful children to grace our world with the goodness it truly needs 🥹

[@sheilahughes3561]

So much wisdom in this lovely lady! May God bless you Kelly for all the encouragement you have given to other mothers over the years!

[@genevievekelly4998]

What a great video❤

[@nicolegordon129]

I love these practical words of wisdom that Mrs. Kelly was dropping. Keeping one’s perspective positive is so important. Thank you for sharing.

[@Coopertheminipoodle]

I feel like you 2 are the example of a Godly woman. ❤

[@elizabetharias9876]

How does it feel to have so many blessings (kids) ❤ God bless you all

[@connieploeger3704]

I just the love the q&a with your mom. I wish I would have had her advice when I was a first time mom and thru the years. She is a special lady

[@janetsharpe9558]

How much better the world would be if all parents would praise their children like Gil and Kelly . Had to be hard raising so many, but shows how much love was given the way they all turned out. Love Gil's ministry from his church. I also go to a Baptist church and watch his church on KZbin.

[@karenwest2670]

Erin, I appreciate the way you call children, children. They are not kids, little goats. I wish we would all call them children. I try very hard to do that and I appreciate it when I hear it.

[@becca603]

Your videos have to be my favorite! Your family is so enjoyable to watch and to me the vlogs are so relaxing and wholesome!

[@suefriesen1161]

This was wonderful

[@ReeseJ.]

I miss bringing up bates I watch reruns all the time bc it encourages so much…. I love the way Erin talks she does not sound like she’s from TN. Lol she sounds more like eastern or cali but not country I’m from the country I wish I could adopt her accent and get rid of mine lol much love to all of the bates !!!!🎉❤

[@franceszayas7005]

It is always a blessing hearing you, your husband's and your parents advice and learning experiences. I have learned so much from all of you and wish I would of have this advices when I was raising my kids. I feel like things would be so much different and better... not that is bad at the moment but I would of teach my kids so much more and equip them more with the word and love of God. God bless you all!

[@jeanetteholtz1848]

Such blessings!!!

[@kimmiemorris5812]

Out of the couple of family channels of your guys’ that I follow, I’ve really noticed how much your mom makes time to travel around and visit everyone and is always there for the big events. Being more patient and pleasant is something I strive to do as a mom, so thank you for that advice.

[@jessicabrown6943]

Your mom is such a blessing. ❤ I just love her sweet spirit and kindness. Thank you for these questions and advice. I hope you do it again sometime. ❤

[@rhondarichmond9259]

You both are amazing people the love you have for god and your kids is just amazing I wish I had your mama I grew up in a foster home never felt that love Eric your blessed

[@sarahweaver5690]

I just love your moms wisdom ! As a mom of a 6 year old, 3 year old and 2 year twins it’s so easy to feel overwhelmed!

[@KatieB-qv5jl]

This was so beautiful! I want to be like Kelly one day!❤️ I have 4 children and it’s hard to be positive at times!

[@belreed8257]

Felt convicted and prayed to Jesus🎉🎉🎉 thank you for calling moms to a less miserable way to live❤

[@rebeccabaradas7699]

Thank you for letting your mom share her experiences & life in Jesus as a mom of 19 children! ❤️💕😍

[@EliseSNABBCB6]

I am now a grandmother to five little blessings, so thank you for some wonderful reminders and ideas. Love your sweet family!