Born on November 4, 1992, Jessa Duggar is the fifth child of the well-known Duggar family, headed by Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar. Growing up in a large family with strict values, Jessa’s upbringing significantly influenced her approach to relationships and family life. She first met Ben Seewald through their church community, where they began their courtship in 2013. This traditional method of dating, which involves both families getting to know each other and engaging in group activities, was a refreshing concept for many fans of the Duggar family. According to Jim Bob, “Courting is about mutual understanding and shared goals for marriage,” distinguishing it from typical dating.

In a significant step in their relationship, Ben formally asked for Jessa’s hand in marriage before proposing in August 2014. This romantic moment marked a milestone as it was the first time they held hands. Their wedding took place on November 1, 2014, amidst great media attention. At the time, Jessa was expecting their first child, coinciding with the cancellation of the family’s show 19 Kids and Counting. Following this, TLC aired a special focusing on important topics, including sexual abuse, featuring both Jessa and her sister Jill Duggar. This led to the sisters starring in their own series, Jill and Jessa: Counting On, which later expanded to include additional siblings in the show titled Counting On.

As their family grew, Jessa and Ben welcomed their first son, Spurgeon, on November 5, 2015, followed by another son, Henry, born on February 6, 2017. Their family continued to expand with the arrival of their daughter, Ivy Jane, on May 28, 2019, and another daughter, Fern, in July 2021. In a poignant moment shared with her followers, Jessa revealed in February 2023 that she had suffered a miscarriage during the holiday season of 2022, highlighting the emotional challenges many families face. Despite this loss, Jessa celebrated the birth of her fifth child, George, in December 2023, marking a new chapter in their family’s journey.