Bringing Up Bates star Carlin Bates Stewart has some exciting news to share! Carlin and her husband, Evan Stewart, are expecting their fourth child, and the couple celebrated the announcement with a beautiful family photo shoot.

Carlin revealed the pregnancy on Instagram on October 15, simply captioning the post, “Baby No. 4.”

The announcement featured several stunning photographs of Carlin showing off her growing baby bump while wearing an elegant, off-the-shoulder white gown.

The outdoor photo shoot included some adorable family moments, with Evan and the couple’s three children joining Carlin to celebrate their newest addition.

One especially sweet photo showed the children’s little hands resting on their mother’s baby bump, while another captured the entire Stewart family posing together with their dog.

Carlin and Evan’s Family Keeps Growing

Carlin and Evan are already parents to Layla, Zade, and Navy, and their household is about to get even busier.

The couple recently welcomed Navy, making their latest pregnancy announcement particularly surprising to some followers.

With three young children at home and another baby on the way, Carlin and Evan certainly have their hands full.

Evan even joked about their growing family in the comments, writing, “Filling up that new house fast! 🤭”

Bates Family and Fans Celebrate

Carlin’s pregnancy announcement quickly attracted congratulations from family members, friends, and fans.

Her sister Josie Bates Balka was especially excited about welcoming another niece or nephew.

“AHHH CANT WAIT TO LOVE ON ANOTHER BABYYY 🥹” Josie commented.

Kaybrie Bates also joined the celebration, writing, “obsessed!! so happy for you all! 🫶🏼”

While most followers were thrilled, some admitted they hadn’t expected another pregnancy announcement quite so soon after Navy’s arrival.

Will Baby Number Four Be a Boy or Girl?

Naturally, the announcement has fans wondering whether Carlin and Evan will welcome another son or daughter.

The couple hasn’t revealed the baby’s sex or due date in the announcement details provided, leaving followers with plenty to look forward to.

For now, the Stewart family is celebrating another exciting chapter as they prepare to become a family of six!