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Fairness
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WHAT NOW?! – Feeling unappreciated and overwhelmed, Nisha (Veena Sood) announces her retirement from being default babysitter. While Astrid (Meaghan Rath) scrambles to find childcare, James (Aaron Abrams) faces a growing conflict between their two oldest kids, Felix (Logan Nicholson) and Viv (Mikayla SwamiNathan), as an opportunity presents itself for one of them to be the face of a new marketing campaign at James’ work. The episode was written by Shebli Zarghami and directed by Peter Huang (#207). Original airdate...
WHAT NOW?! – Feeling unappreciated and overwhelmed, Nisha (Veena Sood) announces her retirement from being default babysitter. While Astrid (Meaghan Rath) scrambles to find childcare, James (Aaron Abrams) faces a growing conflict between their two oldest kids, Felix (Logan Nicholson) and Viv (Mikayla SwamiNathan), as an opportunity presents itself for one of them to be the face of a new marketing campaign at James’ work. The episode was written by Shebli Zarghami and directed by Peter Huang (#207). Original airdate 10/19/2023.
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Privacy
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OOPS SHE DID IT AGAIN – As Astrid (Meaghan Rath) and her sister (Nazneen Contractor) try to discover what their mom (Veena Sood) is hiding from them. With a history of questionable choices, they begin snooping around to make sure Nisha is not making a regrettable decision once again. Meanwhile, a request to launch a new product at work leads James (Aaron Abrams) to agree to meet with Ennis’(Ennis Esmer) sketchy cousin to consider his new gummy product, and soon they’re roping in more of James’ family to help with the pitch. Kim
...OOPS SHE DID IT AGAIN – As Astrid (Meaghan Rath) and her sister (Nazneen Contractor) try to discover what their mom (Veena Sood) is hiding from them. With a history of questionable choices, they begin snooping around to make sure Nisha is not making a regrettable decision once again. Meanwhile, a request to launch a new product at work leads James (Aaron Abrams) to agree to meet with Ennis’(Ennis Esmer) sketchy cousin to consider his new gummy product, and soon they’re roping in more of James’ family to help with the pitch. Kim Coates (“Bad Blood,” “Sons of Anarchy”) guest stars. The episode was written by Andrew De Angelis & Rob Michaels and directed by Peter Huang (#206). Original airdate 10/9/2023.
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Teamwork
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BEST LAID PLANS – As Astrid (Meaghan Rath) and James (Aaron Abrams) prepare to celebrate a special occasion, all that stands between them and a much-needed night together is getting their kids to bed, a not-so-simple task. When Astrid’s brother-in-law Bo (Dmitry Chepovetsky), shows up at their door following a fight with his wife, it quickly becomes clear that this special occasion will not be anything like they planned. The episode was written by Andrew De Angelis and directed by Peter Wellington (#205). Original airdate
...BEST LAID PLANS – As Astrid (Meaghan Rath) and James (Aaron Abrams) prepare to celebrate a special occasion, all that stands between them and a much-needed night together is getting their kids to bed, a not-so-simple task. When Astrid’s brother-in-law Bo (Dmitry Chepovetsky), shows up at their door following a fight with his wife, it quickly becomes clear that this special occasion will not be anything like they planned. The episode was written by Andrew De Angelis and directed by Peter Wellington (#205). Original airdate 11/16/2023.
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Dignity
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FITTING IN – Following embarrassing run-ins with her boss and co-workers, Astrid (Meaghan Rath) feels on the back foot and disconnected from her younger co-workers. When she goes to her sister Dawn (Nazneen Contractor) for advice, Astrid realizes her best move might be to attend a drink night with the rest of her team, if she can shake off the exhaustion and rust long enough to fit in in at the trendy bar. Back at home, James (Aaron Abrams) is recovering from vasectomy surgery, but his attempts to follow the doctor’s (guest star
...FITTING IN – Following embarrassing run-ins with her boss and co-workers, Astrid (Meaghan Rath) feels on the back foot and disconnected from her younger co-workers. When she goes to her sister Dawn (Nazneen Contractor) for advice, Astrid realizes her best move might be to attend a drink night with the rest of her team, if she can shake off the exhaustion and rust long enough to fit in in at the trendy bar. Back at home, James (Aaron Abrams) is recovering from vasectomy surgery, but his attempts to follow the doctor’s (guest star Aaron Ashmore) orders are put to the test as he tries to keep a handle on the three kids. The episode was written by Nadine Bhabha & Kathleen Phillips and directed by Melanie Orr (#203). Original airdate 9/25/2023.
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Space
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TO PURGE OR NOT TO PURGE – The Berney home is a cluttered mess, so James (Aaron Abrams) and Astrid (Meaghan Rath) decide to purge their home of as many things as possible. While they struggle to get Viv (Mikayla SwamiNathan) and Felix (Logan Noah Nicholson) to part with their old toys, they lead by example by donating some of their precious belongings. Meanwhile, James wonders if he has enough mental space for the possibility of a third baby. (#108). The episode was directed by Melanie Orr and written by Kurt Smeaton & Jessica
...TO PURGE OR NOT TO PURGE – The Berney home is a cluttered mess, so James (Aaron Abrams) and Astrid (Meaghan Rath) decide to purge their home of as many things as possible. While they struggle to get Viv (Mikayla SwamiNathan) and Felix (Logan Noah Nicholson) to part with their old toys, they lead by example by donating some of their precious belongings. Meanwhile, James wonders if he has enough mental space for the possibility of a third baby. (#108). The episode was directed by Melanie Orr and written by Kurt Smeaton & Jessica Meya. Original airdate 9/4/2023.
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Death
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A NEW MEANING TO ALONE TIME – While the kids stay at Nisha’s (Veena Sood) house, James (Aaron Abrams) and Astrid (Meaghan Rath) enjoy a night in together until a near-death experience rattles James. Astrid confronts her discomfort with death to get life insurance and appoint a legal guardian, and James comes to terms with his future at Gero’s Grocery. Anna Hopkins (“The Expanse”) guest stars (#107). The episode was directed by Melanie Orr and written by Andrew De Angelis & Wendy Litner. Original...
A NEW MEANING TO ALONE TIME – While the kids stay at Nisha’s (Veena Sood) house, James (Aaron Abrams) and Astrid (Meaghan Rath) enjoy a night in together until a near-death experience rattles James. Astrid confronts her discomfort with death to get life insurance and appoint a legal guardian, and James comes to terms with his future at Gero’s Grocery. Anna Hopkins (“The Expanse”) guest stars (#107). The episode was directed by Melanie Orr and written by Andrew De Angelis & Wendy Litner. Original airdate 8/28/2023.
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Road Trips
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THE JOY OF A FAMILY VACATION – It’s the long weekend, and The Berneys are going on a road trip to Manitoulin Island to join Dawn (Nazneen Contractor), Bo (Dmitry Chepovetsky), and Corey (Darius Rota) at Bo’s brother’s cottage. Running late, James (Aaron Abrams) argues that a potential third kid would make the trip impossible. On their way to the ferry, James and Astrid (Meaghan Rath) present their arguments for and against a third baby. Meanwhile, they try to keep Viv (Mikayla SwamiNathan) and Felix (Logan Noah Nicholson) from
...THE JOY OF A FAMILY VACATION – It’s the long weekend, and The Berneys are going on a road trip to Manitoulin Island to join Dawn (Nazneen Contractor), Bo (Dmitry Chepovetsky), and Corey (Darius Rota) at Bo’s brother’s cottage. Running late, James (Aaron Abrams) argues that a potential third kid would make the trip impossible. On their way to the ferry, James and Astrid (Meaghan Rath) present their arguments for and against a third baby. Meanwhile, they try to keep Viv (Mikayla SwamiNathan) and Felix (Logan Noah Nicholson) from getting bored or fighting with each other as they rush to make the ferry (#106). The episode was directed by Renuka Jeyapalan and written by Kurt Smeaton. Original airdate 8/21/2023.
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Truth
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THE TOOTH FAIRY – When Astrid (Meaghan Rath) has to leave town for a conference related to her upcoming return to work, James (Aaron Abrams) must hold down the fort and take care of the kids. But when Felix (Logan Noah Nicholson) loses a tooth and shares his doubts about the Tooth Fairy, James gets help from Ennis (Ennis Esmer) and Bo (Dmitry Chepovetsky) to keep the Tooth Fairy tradition alive. Meanwhile, Astrid grows doubtful about her return to work (#105). The episode was directed by Melanie Orr and written by Anita Kapila.
...THE TOOTH FAIRY – When Astrid (Meaghan Rath) has to leave town for a conference related to her upcoming return to work, James (Aaron Abrams) must hold down the fort and take care of the kids. But when Felix (Logan Noah Nicholson) loses a tooth and shares his doubts about the Tooth Fairy, James gets help from Ennis (Ennis Esmer) and Bo (Dmitry Chepovetsky) to keep the Tooth Fairy tradition alive. Meanwhile, Astrid grows doubtful about her return to work (#105). The episode was directed by Melanie Orr and written by Anita Kapila. Original airdate 8/7/2023.
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Bodies
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NOT WHAT WE USED TO BE – James (Aaron Abrams) is summoned to Marla’s (Lisa Codrington) office, where she tells him to dress more professional and less like a dad. James turns to Ennis (Ennis Esmer), who offers to help James update his style. While James takes the kids on his shopping trip, Astrid (Meaghan Rath) works out with a trainer recommended by Dawn (Nazneen Contractor). She’s desperate to get back into shape, but after an embarrassing situation during her workout session, Astrid books an appointment with a pelvic floor
...NOT WHAT WE USED TO BE – James (Aaron Abrams) is summoned to Marla’s (Lisa Codrington) office, where she tells him to dress more professional and less like a dad. James turns to Ennis (Ennis Esmer), who offers to help James update his style. While James takes the kids on his shopping trip, Astrid (Meaghan Rath) works out with a trainer recommended by Dawn (Nazneen Contractor). She’s desperate to get back into shape, but after an embarrassing situation during her workout session, Astrid books an appointment with a pelvic floor specialist.Seán Cullen (“Workin’ Moms”) guest stars (#104). The episode was directed by Melanie Orr and written by Kathleen Phillips. Original airdate 7/24/2023.
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Sick Days
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PARTY TIME! – When Astrid (Meaghan Rath) catches a bug right before Felix’s (Logan Noah Nicholson) eighth birthday party, James (Aaron Abrams) takes it as an opportunity to share the ‘emotional labor’ of birthday party planning. Recovering in the house with Viv (Mikayla SwamiNathan) poses its own challenge for Astrid, and when James catches the bug from her, the whole party is in doubt. Underlining the importance of this potentially final ‘little kid’ birthday party, Felix stops using ‘mommy’ in favor of the dreaded, monosyllabic
...PARTY TIME! – When Astrid (Meaghan Rath) catches a bug right before Felix’s (Logan Noah Nicholson) eighth birthday party, James (Aaron Abrams) takes it as an opportunity to share the ‘emotional labor’ of birthday party planning. Recovering in the house with Viv (Mikayla SwamiNathan) poses its own challenge for Astrid, and when James catches the bug from her, the whole party is in doubt. Underlining the importance of this potentially final ‘little kid’ birthday party, Felix stops using ‘mommy’ in favor of the dreaded, monosyllabic ‘mom' when talking to Astrid (#102). The episode was directed by Renuka Jeyapalan and written by Andrew De Angelis. Original airdate 8/14/2023.
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Meals
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SERIES PREMIERE – After four years of being a stay-at-home mom, Astrid (Meaghan Rath) is ready to return to work. She and James (Aaron Abrams) decide to mark the occasion with a celebratory dinner with the kids but getting Felix (Logan Noah Nicholson) and Viv (Mikayla SwamiNathan) to cooperate at the dinner table is a struggle, leading to a disastrous dinner. Meanwhile, as James and Astrid prepare for more money, more date nights, and less diapers, Astrid comes to terms with the truth: she wants another baby. In the series
...SERIES PREMIERE – After four years of being a stay-at-home mom, Astrid (Meaghan Rath) is ready to return to work. She and James (Aaron Abrams) decide to mark the occasion with a celebratory dinner with the kids but getting Felix (Logan Noah Nicholson) and Viv (Mikayla SwamiNathan) to cooperate at the dinner table is a struggle, leading to a disastrous dinner. Meanwhile, as James and Astrid prepare for more money, more date nights, and less diapers, Astrid comes to terms with the truth: she wants another baby. In the series premiere, we meet Astrid’s sister Dawn (Nazneen Contractor), her mother Nisha (Veena Sood), Dawn’s husband Bo (Dmitry Chepovetsky), and their son Corey (Darius Rota); James’ best friend Ennis (Ennis Esmer), and their boss Marla (Lisa Codrington) (#101). The episode was directed by Renuka Jeyapalan and written by Kurt Smeaton. Original airdate 7/24/2023.
