Bringing Up Bates May 2026
: All 19 children were homeschooled, with the family frequently discussing their devotion to God and their decision to allow Him to determine their family size by avoiding birth control.
: Several family members have pursued independent paths. Lawson Bates has built a career as a gospel country singer-songwriter in Nashville, while other couples like Erin and Chad Paine or Alyssa and John Webster have showcased their business ventures and home lives on social media. Bringing Up Bates
: Rather than traditional dating, the Bates children practice "chaperoned courtship," a serious stage of getting to know a partner with a focus on God and purity. Milestones often include "purity rings," a tradition Katie Bates celebrated upon turning 16. : All 19 children were homeschooled, with the