Jana Duggar and Stephen Wissmann stepped into parenthood, officially becoming a family of three.
The media personality, best known for starring on her family’s hit TLC series “19 Kids and Counting,” welcomed her first child with Wissmann just a year after the couple tied the knot.
While the Duggar family celebrates this joyful milestone, the moment is bittersweet, as they also extend condolences to Jana’s sister, Jill Duggar, who previously lost her own first daughter to stillbirth.
Jana Duggar And Stephen Wissmann Announce Birth Of First Child
Weeks after the birth of their child, Jana shared the heartwarming news in a three-slide Instagram post, featuring photos of herself, Stephen, and their newborn.
“We took some time to settle into our new rhythm before sharing this sweet news. Archie Gerald Wissmann arrived on December 30, 2025, and our hearts have been completely changed,” she captioned the post.
“We’re soaking in these early days, full of love, wonder, and so much gratitude,” the message ended.
The words were accompanied by three adorable photos of the new parents holding their baby boy, who was swaddled in a green blanket.
The comment section quickly filled with love and excitement. Jana’s sister, Jinger Duggar, wrote, “Ahhh, we love Archie so much already and can’t wait to meet him!!” Another commenter added, “Ah! He's so cute! Can't wait to meet him! Congratulations y'all!”
Jinger Vuolo also shared in the joy, writing, “Ahhh, we love Archie so much already and can't wait to meet him!!”
Jana Duggar Shared That They Were Expecting A Baby
The couple had previously shared their pregnancy journey openly, first announcing they were expecting back in August 2025, a revelation that kept fans eagerly anticipating the baby’s arrival.
Per The Blast, Jana broke the news by sharing three photos highlighting her growing baby bump and blissful married life. The first image was a black-and-white shot capturing Jana and Stephen sharing a passionate kiss with their bodies pressed together.
The second photo showed Stephen kissing Jana’s forehead while gently holding her stomach, while the third featured the couple locked in a warm embrace, smiling lovingly into each other’s eyes.
Jana hinted at the baby’s arrival timeline, revealing that the little one was expected in January 2026.
Inside Jana Duggar And Stephen Wissmann’s Elegant Wedding
While the couple announced their pregnancy in August 2025, they officially tied the knot a year earlier, in August 2024, as reported by The Blast.
The eldest of the Duggar clan exchanged vows with Stephen in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. Jana looked radiant in an ivory satin gown as she walked down the aisle with her father, Jim Bob Duggar, while the hymn “Holy, Holy, Holy” played in the background.
The newlyweds opted for a simple yet elegant theme, allowing the beauty of the venue to take center stage. Both Jana and Stephen, who come from a large family of 13 siblings, made it a priority to honor their loved ones throughout the celebration.
After exchanging traditional vows and lighting a unity candle, the couple celebrated with 500 guests at the reception.
As the evening came to a close, Jana tossed her bouquet, marking the end of a memorable day for the newlyweds and their families.
Jana Duggar Faced Arrest Over Child Endangerment
Jana’s frequent presence on social media was notably absent in 2022, following reports of a child endangerment incident. She later re-emerged in 2024, reassuring fans that she was doing well.
Her social media return came two years after rumors surfaced alleging she had been arrested. At the time, Jana addressed the viral speculation on her Instagram Story with a detailed statement.
“I’m only sharing this because the media has been having a field day with it all. I prefer a more private life, but I know my last name means that everything we do is open to public criticism and interest, especially during this time,” the 34-year-old wrote.
She went on to explain that authorities determined the incident was simply a case of a “child slipping out of the house when you turn your back for a moment,” per The Blast.
The TLC alum was reportedly issued a $430 fine connected to the citation, which she was not required to pay until her court hearing on January 10, 2022.
Jana’s Sister Jill Duggar Announced The Stillbirth of Her Daughter
While part of the Duggar family celebrates new life, another chapter remains deeply painful.
Former “19 Kids and Counting” star Jill Duggar and her husband, Derick Dillard, previously announced the heartbreaking loss of their first daughter.
The couple revealed that their baby girl was stillborn. “It is with heavy hearts that we announce the stillbirth of our beautiful baby girl, Isla Marie Dillard. Jill was 4 months pregnant (due in August) when we found out that our baby died in utero,” they shared.
As reported by The Blast, Jill and Derick had initially kept the pregnancy private before sharing the devastating news publicly.