Heartbreaking Update!!! Jessa Seewald’s Latest Shocking News
After a period of silence on social media, Counting On star Jessa Seewald (née Duggar) has returned—this time sharing a heartfelt family video that has fans buzzing. But her return hasn’t come without controversy, as old wounds resurface and new criticism emerges over her public defense of her father, Jim Bob Duggar.
A Glimpse Into Seewald Family Life
In her latest Instagram video, Jessa shared a rare and intimate moment of family life. The clip shows her husband Ben Seewald working on his laptop, while their four young children—Spurgeon, Henry, Ivy, and Fern—play peacefully in the background. The video, captioned “Family time is golden,” offers fans a warm look at the Seewald household’s everyday life.
But what really caught fans’ attention was how much Fern, the couple’s youngest child, has grown. “Look at that little darling all grown up!” one follower gushed. Another wrote, “Aww, Fern looks so grown up already!” The sweet moment earned praise from many who have followed the Seewalds’ journey from the beginning.
A Stirring Controversy Over Jim Bob Praise
Despite the loving tone of the video, Jessa remains in the spotlight for more controversial reasons. Back in July, she faced intense backlash after sharing a photo of her father, Jim Bob, holding little Fern, along with a caption praising him.
Many fans were skeptical of the post’s authenticity, speculating that Jessa had been pressured into writing it. One comment, which has since been deleted but preserved by Reddit users, read:
“Blink twice if your parents are making you write these posts.”
Jessa quickly responded, defending her choice:
“I happen to deeply love and appreciate my parents. We have a wonderful relationship.”
While the comment was later removed, the exchange sparked widespread discussion among fans familiar with the Duggar family’s history of control and religious conservatism.
Living Under Jim Bob’s Rules
Jessa and Ben’s relationship with Jim Bob Duggar continues to raise eyebrows. Despite appearing to remain in good standing with Jessa’s father, the couple has been known to quietly break family rules—including the infamous alcohol ban. In the Duggar household, Jim Bob has long upheld strict Christian values, and has even been known to ban family members from the home for not following his expectations.
Yet, Jessa and Ben seem to walk a fine line: maintaining ties with her parents while forging their own path in raising their four children.
