Kelly Bates and Meema
Kelly Callaham Bates grew up with three older siblings (Kim and Kay, who have arranged flowers and baked cakes for the Bates weddings, and Chip, who passed away at age 53). Kelly's parents divorced when she was in third grade, and when she grew up, her mom became lonely and adopted two additional daughters, Beth and Beka. Meema's birthday party was hosted by Gwen, a woman who has been on the show and is like a sister to Kelly, Kim, and Kay.
Meema and Isaiah Bates
John Webster, Alyssa Webster, Trace Bates
Photos courtesy of thebatesfamily.com, Trace Bates