JESSA Duggar has set the record straight amid fan critiques of her and Ben Seewald’s recent anniversary getaway.
The 19 Kids and Counting star shared a pic of her hubby sitting across from her at a table, seemingly enjoying a book.
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Jessa, 31, posted the photo on her Instagram feed, showing Ben, 28, wearing a red and white striped shirt.
His hair was styled in a voluminous style and he appeared to have a black iced coffee sitting in front of him as he read.
Another photo posted by the star showed them at a different eatery.
This time, they sat outside with plates of food in front of them.
Ben was seated with his hands folded on his lap.
He had a plate of food in front of him along with a cup of orange juice.
Jessa had the same dish in front of her at the table.
She followed up that pic with another that appeared to suggest another course in the same meal.
She posted only photos of their meal, revealing a filled pastry of some kind, a handful of grapes, and a bowl of something.
The mom of four captioned the post: “Enjoyed a belated anniversary 24 hr getaway with my one and only! @ben_seewald.
“Thanks @seewaldfamily for keeping the munchkins for us!”
In the comments, fans were critical, with one writing: “He looks so happy,” adding a number of sarcastic emojis.
They went on: “And reading a book! Perhaps you should go with your sisters next time and have some fun! You deserve it.”
On Reddit, a critic noted: “I’m not seeing any enjoyment in these anniversary photos.”
Another wrote: “Ben looks miserable in every one.”
Another commenter wondered: “Why is he reading a book instead of just spending the moment with you.”
Jessa took a moment to respond to that particular post, explaining: “He was reading aloud to me!
“‘This Momentary Marriage’ by John Piper.”
BABY INCOMING
Jessa and Ben’s getaway comes amid news that they’re expecting baby No. five.
The couple announced their pregnancy back in October.
Since then, Jessa has shared several updates with fans about her pregnancy, including bump photos.
On November 7, the TV personality took to her Instagram feed to share a photo of herself standing in what appeared to be a bathroom mirror.
She rested a hand on her growing baby bump as she smiled while holding her phone in the other.
The Counting On alum was wearing a striped black and white tank top and black bottoms.
Her long brown hair was down and styled in its usual curly style over her shoulders.
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In her caption, she shared details about her pregnancy with her followers.
“I’m in my third trimester now, and starting to hit nesting mode! There are always so many things to prep and get ready before a new baby joins the family,” Jessa revealed.
“However, with all the to-do lists, I’m thankful there’s one thing we do not have to worry about, and that’s medical bills. Thanks to Christian Healthcare Ministries, Ben and I have peace of mind knowing that our healthcare costs are taken care of.”
She continued: “We’ve been members of CHM for nearly a decade, and over that time they’ve shared tens of thousands of dollars worth of our medical bills!
“CHM is an amazing maternity solution that you might want to look into if you’re planning to start to grow your family. They share expenses for prenatal and postnatal care, as well as physician and hospital bills. And they even share expenses for midwifery care and home births, which I love!”
Jill Dillard, Jessa’s sister, commented: “Gorgeous mama!”
“Stunning mama!” a second fan praised.
Someone else gushed: “Gorgeous! Baby will be here so soon.”
“You are glowing for sure!” another person reacted with.
EXCITING NEWS
Jessa and Ben announced the latest addition to their family in an Instagram post.
The Arkansas native posted a photo of three sonogram pics sitting in her lap.
She added an emotional caption that read: “Every heartbeat heard, every ultrasound seen, every appointment with a good report… the worries fade a little bit more.
“God has blessed us beyond measure, and YOU ARE SO, SO LOVED, my little one.”
Jessa’s sister Jill commented: “Awww!! So happy for y’all!”
“Welllllll I’m sobbing. Congratulations!!” a fan responded.
A third supporter celebrated: “CONGRATS, Jessa! What a blessing!!”
“Praise God!! So Special. Can’t wait to meet this new little one,” a fourth fan added.
In February, Jessa revealed the heartbreaking news that she had suffered a miscarriage.
After announcing her pregnancy on YouTube, she shared another video with the less-happy news.
In the initial video revealing her pregnancy, Jessa referenced some possible complications that had arisen.
She also shared with her fans that she had been experiencing some light spotting.
Jessa said in the clip that she went in for her scheduled ultrasound appointment and noticed that the doctor looked concerned.
She revealed: “Nothing could prepare me for the weight of those words at that moment.
“I really was so hopeful because the spotting had stopped. I was in complete shock. I didn’t even have the words. I just immediately started crying and I was so grateful in that moment that I hadn’t gone to the appointment by myself, and Ben was there, and he put his arms around me.”
Jessa broke down in tears during the clip as she talked about the experience.
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