Love is in the air! On tonight's new episode of Bringing Up Bates, which airs on UPtv at 9pm ET/8pm CT, Nathan brings his girlfriend, Esther, to Tennessee to meet the family. When you have 18 siblings and a host of in-laws, nieces, and nephews, that's a bit of a daunting task. But this isn't just a "budding" relationship. Both Nathan and Esther have have serious feelings for each other, which you'll hear them share.
9pm: 'Tis the Season for Surprises NEW
Nathan is head over heels for his girlfriend and invites her to Tennessee for the holidays! Will his new love interest feel overwhelmed or right at home getting to know Nathan’s very large family? Meanwhile, Katie bonds with her younger sisters by teaching them some hairstyling tips and dishing about her future plans with Travis. To celebrate Christmas, the family gathers outside the Bates house for fellowship and takes photos of their growing family! But this holiday celebration quickly turns into a triple gender reveal party. Are Gil and Kelly Jo prepared to have 18 grandkids in the near future? 30 Minutes
9:30pm: Nathan's New Romance and a Secret Birthday Bash
10pm: Happy News and Health Concerns
10:30pm: Texas or Bust?
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