Joy-Anna Duggar and Austin Forsyth attending a public event together
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Joy-Anna Duggar Addresses Family Size Expectations While Pregnant With Baby No. 4

The former TLC star opened up to sister Jinger about the pressure she once felt to match her parents' famous 19-child household.

By Rae MitchellPublished Updated 2 min read

Joy-Anna Duggar is opening up about her growing household as she prepares to welcome her fourth child. The former TLC personality recently sat down to discuss her pregnancy journey and address whether this current baby will mark her final trip to the delivery room. Speaking on the *Call Your Sister* podcast alongside her sibling Jinger Duggar, the 28-year-old admitted that her current pregnancy has felt noticeably more demanding than past experiences. She emphasized that while she is trying to savor every moment, the physical toll has left her questioning how many more times she will go through the process in the future.

Is Joy-Anna Duggar done having kids The couple, who announced their fourth pregnancy earlier this month, are already parents to sons Gideon, 8, and Gunner, 3, as well as 5-year-old daughter Evelyn. The former *Counting On* star also previously experienced a painful miscarriage in 2019, naming her late daughter Annabell. Reflecting on her earlier years as a mother, Joy-Anna confessed that during her very first pregnancy, she felt an internal expectation to build a huge household similar to the one she grew up in. Her parents, Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar, famously rose to reality television fame for raising 19 children under one roof.

Joy-Anna Duggar and Austin Forsyth attending a public event together
Joy-Anna Duggar and Austin Forsyth attending a public event together

How many kids does Joy-Anna Duggar have The candid podcast conversation provided insight into how the younger generation of the famous family is navigating adulthood. Growing up in front of cameras on TLC's original series, Joy-Anna was raised in an environment where massive family sizes were the standard. Over time, however, Joy-Anna and her 32-year-old husband, Austin Forsyth, found it necessary to have candid conversations about their personal boundaries rather than automatically aiming for a massive brood. She explained that her husband has been a steady support system during those discussions, helping her focus on what makes sense for their specific home. For now, the reality alum is taking life one milestone at a time. Instead of locking in a final number for their ultimate family size, the couple is keeping their focus on celebrating the upcoming arrival of their newest addition.

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How many kids does Joy-Anna Duggar currently have?
Joy-Anna Duggar shares three children—Gideon, Evelyn, and Gunner—with husband Austin Forsyth, and the couple is currently expecting their fourth child.
Who is Joy-Anna Duggar married to?
Joy-Anna Duggar married her husband, Austin Forsyth, in 2017.
What podcast did Joy-Anna Duggar appear on to discuss her pregnancy?
Joy-Anna opened up about her fourth pregnancy and family expectations on the Call Your Sister podcast, which she hosts alongside her sister Jinger Duggar.