HOW WE SURPRISED MRS. BATES WITH OUR BABY NEWS!

Growing up, my mom (Granny B) would always surprise my dad and the family with a big box of Double Stuf Oreos whenever she found out she was pregnant. We wanted to see if we could share that memory with her about our exciting pregnancy announcement!
She arrived a few days after we did the treasure hunt with the kids which made it even more exciting for everyone to have a part in surprising her! We also got to make some calls to update Tiffany and Lawson, Mama Jane, Chad's Parents, and more!
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[@shepfam6799]

Granny Bates is the main character in every one of her children’s vlogs 😂 I love her so much. I get so excited when she pops up in one. ❤

[@gwendixon74]

mama bates is lovely been watching old episodes of united bates of America so funny to see the kids so little

[@dixierachell]

I was so thrilled that Mama B guessed right away with the Oreos. She is so good with the grand babies. That was sweet to let Carson call and spread the news.

[@christinapalmer6636]

Having Carson tell everyone is the sweetest thing I’ve ever seen

[@hibiscus5598]

He was so excited that he forgot to read the rest out loud 😂

[@gwendixon74]

@Hibiscus 🌺 yes he is so excited

[@Kim-uw6tk]

I know right!!

[@barbarawilliams9669]

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[@kayflowers8324]

If only all families were this excited about the family growing. ❤ everyone’s excitement 🎉

[@angelmom9682]

It’s pretty clear that Kelly Jo is absolutely beloved by all her children and that says alot about her. Often in large families you have atleast one child that is resentful so the fact that they still love their Momma tells me what a great mother she is

[@AprilJoy44]

The reaction of Mama Bates and the sweet, wise words of Chad’s mom brought such glory to the LORD! Precious grandmas 🥰

[@brookearkills9839]

Chad's mom's words made me tear up-- it was like a fountain of life and praise, honoring God and also filling her grandson's ears with faith❤

[@fawadhassanzadah235]

So wonderfully said❤

[@MrsServion]

I absolutely love the joy around this baby, even with it being #6, children are such a gift from the Lord and they all deserve to be celebrated like this sweet child! Congratulations!!!

[@Cherokeefit]

Tiffany is such a light!! She joins the bates family so naturally 😊

[@sheilahughes3561]

Kelly knew straight away what that Oreo meant! So lovely to see her, she is a lovely lady!

[@ruthwarren8685]

I love Kelly Jo!

[@chigirl8907]

Enjoyed watching Granny get surprised and Carson making the announcement phone calls! The kids are bubbling over with excitement about the new addition to your family. So happy for you all! ❤

[@eaglea657]

Carson so good with the phone showing the ultrasound im praying God send him a little brother❤🙏

[@jamiehigh924]

That was so sweet telling Granny with the oreo's, I cried when she figured it out. It was very precious to allow Carson the responsibility of letting the family know about the new baby. Congratulations, you all are raising a beautiful family.

[@judylake8464]

It didn't take Mama Bates to figure that one out! I think that is one of the sweetest ways to tell her the news. She should do the same thing to Gil when she gets back home. I think that was wonderful having Carson tell all the others this wonderful and exciting news. Pray for a healthy baby and pregnancy and a special wish that Carson gets a baby brother.

[@ElizabethRodriguez-lj7ys]

Carson is the sweetest it melts my heart the way he told everyone his mommy was having a baby 💙

[@lindahubbs8146]

Oh my, Carson what a Special, exciting Day being the one to share the Best news with the ones you love so much. Erin and Chad this news and video made my day so happy…Blessings for each, Grandma said it best, our God is so, so Good.

[@Karinabell09]

I love Kelly’s reaction that was the best. I love that she has relationships with all of her kids. Tiffany reaction was the best

[@carrielynn1978]

That's was such a wonderful idea to have Carson tell everyone!! So cute!

[@Jennifer-dwjg]

Brooke looks so much like her Daddy!!

[@melissalee1531]

Sweet sweet sweet !!! Congratulations!!! My 6th grand baby is due in July !! He will be grandson #5 ! We only have 1 grand daughter. We are so very excited!!!! God bless !

[@deborahrussell5534]

Thank you all for sharing the good news with us. It was so nice to see everyone's excitement about the baby. God Bless You All. I can't wait to find out what Erin is having. And can't wait to see the new baby. 😁🍼🧸

[@funnyface779]

I love how excited Mama B is with each of her grandchildren. She obviously loves them all

[@ashleyi7911]

Your entire family on both sides is just phenomenal! What a blessing. This was just the absolute sweetest. Huge congratulations you guys and all praise and glory to God ! He is a God of the “impossible!”

[@christiabreeden7777]

Yall gave the most precious children!!!..So adorable

[@justinehall6884]

Mama Bates has such a beautiful heart you can just see Gods light through her. She’s so inspiring ❤

[@SkySilver777]

Love your vids Erin! Would love to see some DITL videos of how you manage / cleaning/ homeschool all your kids they are so articulate and well behaved. I have 4 & would love to have another it would be great to see some wisdom of how you manage everything.

[@ashleychampney7684]

The fact that Lawson and Carson both had the same blue shirt on is giving me major baby boy vibes❤ Sending prayers for a healthy pregnancy God Bless Your Family

[@suesmith776]

I just love this family, they are so representative of God's plan for the family!

[@tigrlady2u]

Hang in there, Carson!! I had to pray for 5 years before I got my sister (I had 2 brothers, first). Praying that you get a little brother this time! 🙏✝️❤

[@samanthaaleo]

Thank you for sharing your Godly family with us! May momma n baby have a smooth pregnancy n delivery! And sweet little Carson gets his brother. ❤🙏🏻

[@honeyk4551]

That was such a special surprise for mama Bates. She was thrilled I’m sure without have to say it she was beaming with joy. Mama Jane was funny I almost cried and Chad’s parents are so sweet too. Beautiful family. May you continue to be blessed Can not wait for the gender reveal. Team baby boy let’s goooo🎉💙 lol putting it in the atmosphere.

[@jukes243]

Carson is so sweet. He needs a brother. :o)

[@lauriedavis5137]

I miss Bringing Up Bates so much! Mr and Mrs Bates and the family are so missed by my family. I do love the vlogs though. ❤❤❤❤Congrats on the baby news!!!

[@rondahoward5341]

That was the best!! I love Mrs. Bates. Her and I are at the same phase in our lives a a she is such an inspiration to me. Funny, the things that makes us grannies (and Mimi’s) so happy! God bless y’all and congratulations!

[@brendacourson188]

Carson is better with that phone than I am at 63 years old 😂

[@Homestead777]

So sweet. Had me tearing up with joy. Carson is so adorable. His excitement is precious. Your mom, Granny Bates is amazing!!

[@MiMiLife0226]

I absolutely loved that you guys let that sweet boy tell everyone!!! Y’all are having a baby:)

[@CassieDeJarnett]

I love the idea of having the kids help prepare for company! I just love this family!

[@sheltiecpb]

That was so sweet. How precious watching Carson telling his family that he's going to have another sibling. Just so sweet. It was so nice to see Granny again. I just love her.

[@MorganC.]

I love how excited mama Bates always gets , she is so genuine and precious. ❤

[@jenisecoronado5555]

That was so precious! Carson just loved telling everyone and seeing their excitement!

[@robinurlacher1264]

I just love this sweet little family. Your a blessing to this online community.

[@genabrady1218]

This video is so adorable! I want to be part of the Bates family ❤

[@CarolynAmador68]

Right????

[@vickiehanan5686]

I wanted to be an adopted Bates since day one of their show. And I'm almost 68 years old lol I love this family so much ! Maybe one day I will meet some of them . #goals

[@JCLUNDY]

I adore your sweet family. Your children (including #6 on the way) are blessed to have parents that love them so much and honor God in every part of their lives. I've said this in other comments but it bares repeating... Kelly Jo is amazing. She doesn't demand respect with her words, she commands respect by her actions. And your Dad sets a wonderful example of how to treat a spouse with love and honor every day. I love that no matter how many times a beautiful new child enters the family everyone is just as excited as they were with the first one. May God bless you all and I'll be praying for you to have a healthy pregnancy. So happy and excited for y'all.

[@alexachenbach821]

You are teaching your kids good things ❤😊 I wish more people would teach there kids like that..your kids are so sweet.❤😊

[@loriblanken9]

What a cute way to tell your Mom and family

[@helenbell1988]

Your sweet mum brings joy everywhere she goes … bless her !!!!

[@TracyK777]

How lovely! I so enjoy seeing your precious family and your Mom! Congratulations to all!

[@tammytaylor3123]

Kelly Jo Bates is the best. She is just so wonderful.

[@elizabethharrison7306]

Congratulations Baby 👶 Chad & Erin God bless you family 💖💖

[@kathy3178]

So much fun watching everyone's reactions to the joyful news!

[@vickiehanan5686]

I always love Mrs Bates (Granny). Chad and Erin congratulations!! The girls did great and Carson was the best telling everyone . Wishing you a healthy pregnancy. For Carson I wish for a baby brother !

[@cynthiarollins3949]

How precious are those children …Brooke was so smart to know that Granny wouldn’t be surprised if they didn’t act normal when she arrived …Carson is amazing 💞

[@robynmcclanahan570]

Carson is such a sweet big brother what a loving kind soul

[@mmj87227]

Congratulations Erin & Chad! God has exciting plans for your lives. Continue to seek after Him and he will continue to use you all in mighty ways. ❤

[@cindland]

I love this special way to surprise Mama Bates! She has created such a wonderful legacy for your family. I wish I had been raised in such a loving and encouraging atmosphere. They way she shows joy and excitement with the children’s special drawings. So precious AND infectious. And it’s being spread down to future generations because of the love of this woman. ❤️

[@ToosieJoie1]

❤This was such a heartwarming video❤ Carson didn't stop smiling the whole time.

[@Power19501]

I just love your mom. She has a boatload of kids and grandkids and she seems to have so much love to go around and seems to treat each one special.

[@TeressaJ1960]

Brooke favors Chad so much. Carson is so sweet, calling the relatives about the baby. I love hearing all the reactions.

[@kate_700]

Carson is just the sweetest thing! What gorgeous, Godly children you have! ❤

[@littlecrumpsters]

How sweet to let her know the same way she let y'all know! I almost cried at her reaction.

[@bethpittsiirjdjdb1028]

Love the cookies they use. Love watching ms B jumping up and down. ❤

[@melissabradshaw2952]

The kids did a great job surprising your Mom. With your previous issues I knew the probability would be low but I have prayed every day for a new life…such a blessing!

[@robineldredge4783]

Thank you for sharing! Such a beautiful Suprise! I’m literally crying! Praise God!🙌❤️

[@heathersmith4608]

Loved Mama B's reaction. ❤

[@sharonmartin1223]

That is sweet ..I love the exciting way your family is happy about babies

[@karolmiller6984]

Mama B and Mama Jane ŵith the rest of the family are very excited about Baby Paine. Congratulations

[@CarolynAmador68]

Oh this made me cry tears of joy!!! I'm so happy for all of y'all! Congratulations!!!!!🎉

[@sheriturner6118]

I absolutely love the joy that your family has for every child that comes into the family. Children are truly a gift and blessing. And your Mom and Dad's life and heart truly runneth over!!! I can't wait to see what this gift will be. Although I am a little bit hoping God gives the little boy brother that Carson mention God had showed him when Finley was born.

[@JulieMelberg]

Such a blessing to have this family support and love! Well, we'll also be praying for this pregnancy! Congratulations!

[@sherriejensky3133]

The cutest way of telling everyone!!

[@lisaqueenondathrone]

A beautiful way of honouring and telling your mom!!

[@lindaphillips4956]

Erin your mom is so sweet and so humble. She’s such a blessing to watch. You can see all the love she has for each of her grandchildren. I am still praying for a little brother for Carson! He is an absolute gift from God for sure. You can see all the joy that he evolves around. Bless you all!

[@savedbyjesus2145]

This had me crying !!! So sweet!!! Congratulations 🎊 👏 💐 I am so happy for you all!!!

[@jbhelpedmetalked9armstrong866]

That was the sweetest. So happy for all of you. God Bless your whole family. ❤

[@judyshepplt3086]

❤❤❤ What a beautiful family. I giggled when Brookie said she ate the cookie. Thank you for sharing your lives with us.

[@TheTarantinoFamily]

So awesome seeing Carson share the news with the rest of the family! Thanks for sharing!

[@mrsfarrer]

Hallelujah! This has to be one of the cutest videos I've seen! I'm just Delighted for all of you and will watch this another time to get to see those adorable kids so delighted to tell Granny Bates!!! Thank you for sharing your life with us and God bless you all! Love from Greenville, NC! 👶🍼

[@coldmountainpix]

this was just the sweetest thing!!! God Bless the new baby

[@johnensminger7675]

Congrats again! Thanks for sharing! That's a sweet idea!😊

[@kc-wk1kz]

It was cute to see ''Mama Jane'' so happy and surprised too. :) Carson was sure having a great time telling everyone. :)

[@carolwhisenhunt7504]

So sweet. Carson is so precious. God has a very special plan for him. I just love your sweet family. Love the Bates.

[@vjohnson2400]

What a wonderful memory for Mrs Bates, good job kids.

[@sarahlariviere5798]

I just love mama Bates! She's so amazing! ❤

[@alicedavis573]

Carson is so cute telling everyone.He looked so happy telling everyone ❤

[@melindathomas9323]

What a wonderful little blessing. So excited and happy for you...

[@pennihairston4907]

What a nice way to tell your mother with the double stuff oreo cookies. Carson did an excellent job telling everyone 😊😊.

[@tpenquin.]

That was a special way to tell granny, she was so excited!!

[@nicolegordon129]

That was the sweetest way to tell everyone. Blessings!

[@kathrynaraguz4816]

carson telling the family about the baby was so awesome!!!

[@missygonzalez9185]

That's so sweet having Carson help tell everyone. Congratulations again!!🙏🙏🙏💙❤️

[@jerithomas565]

This is the sweetest 💙🙏🏻🌹💕 God bless your beautiful family 🙏🏻

[@ashleynicolebrugger]

🥳Congratulations 🎉 Bless you all. LOVED seeing your Mama's reveal 🤩 Thanks for sharing this with us ❤

[@hopebloomsbotanicals]

This is so wonderful 💙 Had me crying through the whole video. Simply beautiful 🌸

[@jessicawarner7634]

You guys are too precious.

[@teresaeckert1267]

I loved your mom's look on her face. She got excited.

[@lindasaucedo8605]

Absolutely precious ❤

[@bemlexky]

You look so pretty Erin!! Just glowing!

[@ruthwarren8685]

I love how Carson gets to tell everyone !💕

[@sharonmortimer3843]

I absolutely loved your mom's reaction to the double stuffed oreos. And letting Carson tell everyone was absolutely the sweetest thing. Congratulations again.