Bringing Up Bates is gaining popularity — offering viewers a glimpse into the family’s daily life and conservative rules.
They have a strict TV and Internet policy
They keep their home a “safe place” with “passwords and accountability so no one is ever on the Internet alone.”
And a no pants policy
Much like the Duggars, the Bates girls also avoid wearing pants — although their style does seem a little less dated.
They avoid contraception
They didn’t plan to have a lot of children, but they also made a faith-led decision to avoid contraception.
They stay true to their family values
In order to keep their children’s hearts “pure” the family starts each day with family Bible study time.
They believe life begins at conception
The family believes a 2-day-old embryo is as deserving of medical intervention as any of their children, ABC News reports.
They have strict courting rules
The Bates family asks that there be a chaperone during courting and that the first kiss is saved for marriage.
Their dating rules are less rigid than the Duggars
They realize each adult and courting is different, evidenced by eldest son Zach’s first failed courtship with Sara Reith.
The girls are allowed to go to college
Erin attended a Bible college where she graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in music ministry and is now following her dreams.
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