Bringing Up Bates star Whitney Bates has been embracing her life as a mother to six kids. She welcomed her sixth child with Zach Bates on April 24, 2026, a baby girl named Ella Jane. Many of Whitney’s online posts show her older kids’ sweet moments with their newborn sister. Zach has also been spoiling his wife with vacation after vacation. But Whitney was left emotional after witnessing Ella Jane’s newest milestone. Keep reading to see what happened.
‘Bringing Up Bates‘: Whitney Bates Shares Packing Day With Family
Whitney previously took to IG to share a clip of her family packing up for their upcoming vacation. Whitney shared some of her packing techniques. Many fans were also left in awe by Ella Jane’s smiles. The Bringing Up Bates star wrote, “We are so ready for one of our favorite weeks of the year! 😍 Packing gets crazy for this many people, but we look forward to our trip to Folly Beach all year long.” According to Whitney, Folly Beach holds a special place in her heart. They’ve made so many memories there, and she’s excited for her baby girl to experience the beach. She added, “we can’t wait to make even more this time around!!! 🥹🤍 Here’s to hoping the weather is better once we get to the beach! ☀️ 🤞🏼😅.”
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Whitney Gets Emotional Over Baby Ella Jane
In an Instagram post, Whitney shared pictures with her family as they arrived at Folly Beach. According to the Bringing Up Bates star, their vacation is more special due to Ella Jane’s first time being on the beach. But Whitney can’t help but get emotional, knowing that it’s going to be the last time she’ll watch one of her babies feel the ocean for the first time. Whitney wrote, “We come every year and this was Ella Jane’s first trip!! Knowing it’s the last time I’ll watch one of my babies feel the ocean for the first time made me wanna cry.”
Whitney went on to say that it feels weird seeing her older children playing in the sand while she carries her baby girl, showing her siblings’ favorite place. Whitney added, “Time is a thief and I never want to forget days like this! 🥲🌊🐚.” Many fans relate to Whitney’s emotional experience, while others wish her family well.
- “i love these pics!! they’re precious! love you guys!! so glad you had the best time🫶🏼🫶🏼”
- “I just know some of the best memories were made!!!”
- “Sweetest memories for the sweetest fam!! Soak it in.”
- “These pics are so precious!!!🥹🥹 love you all 🫶🏻”
- “I love this for you 🥹🥹 looks like yall had the sweetest week!”
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