Bringing Up Bates

Nearly three decades ago, Gil and Kelly Jo Bates got married without any intentions of starting a family. Fast forward to today, and they are parents to 19 children, forming a close-knit family that seems almost too ideal. Despite their strong connections, they are far from flawless. With a household bustling with kids ranging from toddlers to young adults, aged two to 25, the daily chaos is amplified many times over. However, this also means that the joyful and touching moments life offers are equally abundant.