I write a lot about mega multiples on this site because they are rare, but interesting. I have recently started watching Jon and Kate Gosselin’s show on TLC called ‘Jon and Kate Plus 8’.
The popular network follows the family through their everyday life of chaos as they try keep peace and control in their home.
The couple has a set of twins and a set of sextuplets, all born by fertility treatments.
Kate delivered the sextuplets on May 10th, 2004. The babies arrived at 30 weeks gestation weighing between 2.5lbs and 3lbs. At birth all babies need to be on ventilators.
With each episode that I watch, I am utterly amazed at Kate’s ability to keep her household under control.
She prepares all of the families meals from scratch and tries to use as much organic food as possible.
The couple estimates that monthly grocery bills only run them approximately $150/week with their monthly bill sitting between $600-$800.
Each baby has their own crib, but they all share a room. Instead of having big bulky highchairs the couple has opted to use wooden restaurant type model that can be stacked on top of each other when not in use.
When the subject of mega multiples comes up, most people argue that it is virtually impossible for each child to feel special in a home with so many kids.
Jon and Kate do many things to give each child an identity and let them all know they are special. Last year for their 2nd birthday, friends and family sang happy birthday 6 times so that each child could have their own birthday song.
This show is reality TV without the backstabbing, scandal and shocking surprises. Kate Gosselin is Betty Crocker,Martha Stewart and the mom next door all wrapped up in one.
They don’t believe in keeping up with the Jones’, they just want what’s best for their kids.
For parents who think that their life is chaotic, watch this show. It will put everything in perspective. This mom NEVER stops.
The show airs at 10:00 tonight on Discovery (US) and Monday nights at 10:00 on TLC in Canada.
I don’t have any kids but I like this show and watch it faithfully every week.
It is lots of fun and there is something new on each show.
This family is organized for sure! They are one nice and happy family!
I love this show… it is my FAVORITE.. I watch it every week and all the reruns…. I am a new mom and I just watch Kate in awe, i wish i could be like her!
How do you do it with two 7 years old and six 3 years old.
I really love your show I watch it every chance I get it is great and to Mady and Kara they are great and I adoure all of the twins
i watch this show so much it is my backround on my laptop i know them a part
FYI
Okay… in the above article, it says they spend $150 a week. That is not true. It is at one STORE that they spend that much.
Kate only uses the nebulisers when the kids have a cold, because of reactive airway disease.
This is my favorite show! Go SUPERPARENTS Jon & Kate!
I would not think that she is a great person having had a personal run in with her at the pittsburgh zoo. While waiting in line to get food for my niece at lunch the line was not moving for some time. At the front of the line was Kate holding up the line with other families waiting in line with their kids that are also hungry. Make up your mind a salad is a salad and dont ask your kids 20 times what they want or read every label. The world does not revolve around you and your kids. By the way she held the line up for 20 minutes. It started out with no line and ended up out the door.
I just love this show!!! The kids are a delight. Kate is a super mom!! I have only one 2 year old at home, and watching the way Kate handles six 3 year olds is a real inspiration. She displays such a loving character around all of them. Her discipline tactics are respectable and efficient. Even though Kate and John have their share of spousal disputes, you can tell they have a deep love and respect for each other. I hope this show will be on long enough so we can see all the kids develop into fine young adults.
God Bless you John and Kate and all of your 8 !!!!!
I WATCH THE SHOW EVERY WEEK AND ANY RERUNS BECAUSE I THINK SHE IS AN WONDERFUL MOM AND SOLID CHRISTIAN WOMEN. I THINK THEY DESERVE ALL THE HAPPINESS IN THE WORLD BECAUSE THEY ARE VERY DEDICATED PARENTS. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK.
We adore Jon and Kate Plus 8! John & Kate are so real. They don’t try to pretend to be what they aren’t. They are good parents who love their kids and try to do the best for them. The kids are so adorable and fun to watch! And each one is so different, it is really cool to watch their personalities.
I love John and kate plus 8 this show is really awsome
I also have kids of my own but not as many as you but
I do have 5. And we watch it together as a family!!!!!!!!
I love this show i dont miss an episod i set asside time avery monday night just to watch it ….. i love the young ones i know most of them apart… and i think my favorite boy is aaden he is soo cute and smart for his age and looks really sute with his little glasses …. i grew up with six siblings and a ttal fmaily size of 8 i lovd having a big famil yso when i watch this it reminds me of when i was younger and he type of organizing and cleanign tehniques my mom used to do … this show is so realistic that is why i love it so much
I love this show! Jon and Kate are real people-not made up and fakey.
Where can I get a potty chair like the one she has on the show
There kids are so cute call me John and Kate you guys are the cutest famliy ever so call at 17025265765 I love your kids alot my dream is for me to meet you guys so gtg bye
HI i love your show i think your family is so cool but i have 6 brothers and sisters and it is cayotic thanks bye
i only have one child of 7 who also has the name Hannah, we watch the show every monday night. I also work in a small town pub, and about 90% of the people know the show, and love it. I would never be able to raise that many kids 1 is enough, I like Kate becuase she tells it like it is. Love the show and hope it airs for many years to come I would love to see the Sextuplites 16th b-days
I must say i praise Jon and Kate for the way they are raising their beautiful family. I myself use all organic foods, why not if you can afford it so much better for you. I have 4 beautiful children of my own, every monday night they know when the show is gonna air, my little girl is so much like cara i adore her so much.. Kate keep up the great job and the role model you’re being for parents like me… I love your family and show, my family has learned so much from you. Thnaks for the advise you give us… May god pour his blessings down on you and yours each and everyday.. Becky
i just love this show….the children are like little angels…aaden is my heart…the girls are so pretty but at time i can’t tell them apart the look so much alike where the boys do look different…the twins are so very different…cara is quite but madelyn on the other hand is not very quite…they are cute…hope the show keep up i look foward to seeing it each week..even the reruns…kate if you are reading this i think you are bless to have a man like john..he is a good father and husband..sometimes now days they are hard to come by in this world we live in…and i give you credit on taking care of your family the way you do…i send my prayers to you and these beautiful children…have a good day…regina m.
oh i just love the show kate is a awesome woman she does such a great job raiseing her children John is the most careing father ive ever seen , those 2 are are awesome to handle that stress , I love them all aaden is such a sweetheart , the girls are very pretty , and i look forward to watching the show its great. i became a grandma last year Dec. 26th the day after christmas to 2 twin girls Natalie & Makenzie they are so much fun , i know i dont have as much stress as Kate but twins keep me busy all day while my daughter works, i know Kate must stay busy all day , love yall , Love & Light