Parenthood

We are introduced to the very unique Braveman family. Single mom Sarah, and her two kids Amber and Drew, are moving back home with Sarahs parents Zeek and Camille. Julia, Sarahs sister and complete opposite is a successful attorney trying to do both, work and motherhood, alongside her stay-at-home husband, Joel. Sarahs younger brother, Crosby is a commitment-phobe who must accept adult responsabilities when his old flame Jasmine shows up with a kid. Meanwhile, the older sibling of the Bravemans, Adam, his wife Kristina and their teenage daughter Haddie learn that their little boy, Max has Aspergers Syndrome. Although each sibling has its own problems, this reunion may be the push they needed to help each other with the challenges that every family faces while raising children and starting over.

After Max gets kicked out of school, Adam and Kristina explore the best educational options for their son. Sarah hits a wall when she ends things with Jim and succumbs to car problems. Meanwhile, Crosby spends a fun-filled day with Jabbar and Julia realizes that she’s missing out on her daughter’s life.

Drew helps Adam connect with his son Max, when Max rejoins the baseball team. Sarah makes a new friend, Ambers English teacher, Mr. Cyr. Meanwhile, Crosby feels pressured to have a baby sooner than he thought and Julia tries to teach Sydney self-protection.

Sarah and Amber are both attracted to Ambers teacher, while Crosby tries to have a romantic moment with Valerie, but because he cant leave Jabbar alone too long the moment doesnt turn out that well. Meanwhile Julia thinks about doing pro bono work, but shes sure that her boss will not approve it. While Adam really needs a break from everyone.

Kristina is excited by the opportunity to help an old acquaintance run for Lieutenant Governor in Sacramento, but doesnt feel hip enough among the young generation of campaign workers. Meanwhile, Jasmine and Crosby agree to go on an official date.

Zeek makes his presence known while crashing with Adam and Kristina. Elsewhere, Camille focuses on her art instead of focusing on her husband. Trying to get her father out of debt, Julia enlists the help of her old college flame much to Joels chagrin. Meanwhile, Amber feels guilty about betraying Haddie and Crosby thinks about settling down with Jasmine and Jabbar.

Tensions between Sarah and Amber reach a boiling point that leads Sarah to go to Mr. Cyr to discuss Ambers problems. Elsewhere, Crosby has to decide between his new family or his old one. Zeek tries to win back Camille. Meanwhile, Julia trying to help Zeek out arranges a dinner meeting for him.

Adam and Sarah struggle to find balance between personal and professional life, while Julia deals with the delicate balance of social structure for six-year-olds. Crosby learns about the difficulties of being a father.

Kristina schedules a date night with Adam to try to keep their marriage alive; Sarah offers Drew advice about love; Haddie runs for student council president; Crosby learns an important lesson about being a father.

Zeek goes overboard with the Halloween celebration and gets upset when Haddie, Amber and Drew refuse to join in the fun. Meanwhile, Adam and Kristina are nervous about Maxs new plans for the holiday. Sarahs relation with Gordon gets even more complicated when she confronts him about the kiss. Meanwhile, Julia struggles with womens rights when Sydney chooses a costume she doesnt approve of.

Adam confronts a man in defense of Max. Crosby and Jasmine delve into domestic discussions, beginning with the selling of Crosbys boat. Meanwhile, Sarah and Gordon spend an afternoon together, which carries on until sunrise the next morning, creating tension with Amber and Drew. Elsewhere, Haddie discovers intriguing information about Alex.

Adam fears his future, and he is torn between his job and family after surprising news from Gordon. While preparing Thanksgiving dinner, Camille and Amber share a bonding moment. Meanwhile, Drew feels uncomfortable about his mom, bringing Gordon to dinner. Crosby tries to impress his future mother-in-law. Elsewhere, Julia tries to embrace her domestic side by making pies for dinner, but snaps at Sydney.

Adam tries to cope with the idea of a new boss and is concerned about the stability of his job. Kristina tries winning Haddie over as she seeks comfort in Amber when she realizes her parents refuse to accept her decision. Meanwhile, Crosby is attempting to overcome a few obstacles of his own as a coordinator of a kindergarten performance at Jabbar’s school. Amber is taking on the challenge of performing at an open mic night, but she is surprised by who her biggest critic is.

Kristina refuses to accept Haddie’s, relationship with Alex, causing her to move in with her grandparents. Sarah puts her foot down at work and demands a higher salary to pay for Amber’s tuition. Meanwhile, Max makes a camping trip with Zeek extremely difficult. Julia throws a bachelorette party for Jasmine welcoming her to the Braverman tribe, while Adam gets more than he bargained for during a meeting with Crosby, shocking the entire family.

Kristina and Adam throw Max a birthday party, hosted by Amazing Andy, a man who lives with Aspergers. Crosby and Jasmine deal with an issue that could change the fate of their relationship. Drew and Seth continue to strengthen their bond. Meanwhile, Julia and Joel work on adding to the family.

Adam and Kristina find it difficult to talk to Max about his Aspergers Syndrome and come to Dr. Pelickan for guidance. Sarah revisits her relationship with Mark Cyr when she goes to him for help with her latest project. Elsewhere, Crosby attempts to mend his relationship with Jasmine, while Julia and Joel prepare to celebrate their eight-year anniversary.

Crosby decides to try and get Jasmine back. Meanwhile, Adam worries about Haddie and Alex going to her prom together. Sarah works on her play script.

Sarah and the rest of the Braverman family worry about Ambers well-being after an accident. Meanwhile, Max s behavior upsets Adam, and Julia unexpectedly plays a big role in a womans labor and delivery. Also, Kristina helps with Haddies transition into womanhood and Crosby tries to convince Jasmine to visit his new proprerty.

Max goes to public school, a move that worries Kristina; Sarah and Marks relationship progresses while Haddie and Alexs takes a hit; the stress of adoption takes a toll on Julia; and Adam rethinks his career path.

Zeek lands a commercial, while Camille ponders her own achievements; Crosby and Adam dont see eye-to-eye over a parenting issue; Drews first date goes awry; Jabbar and Max clash; Sarah and Mark take things to the next level while Haddie and Alex grow apart.

Kristina takes on too much; Adam and Crosby try to impress Cee Lo Green with their new studio; Mark worries about Seths role in Sarahs life; Zeek creates doubts for Julia and Joel; and Drew takes steps to advance things with Amy.

Amber gets a taste of what her mother had to deal with when she decides to let Seth stay with her. Adam tries to get physical with Kristina while Crosby struggles to come to terms with the idea of another man in Jabbars life. Drew and Amy decide to take a step forward in their relationship.

An inappropriate moment at work disrupts Adam and Kristina’s marriage. Meanwhile, Crosby and Jasmine reconnect after clearing up Jabbar’s misunderstanding of their relationship. In an attempt to boost his college applications, Drew seeks out extracurricular activities and Amber is uncertain about her future. Also, a meeting with Zoe’s boyfriend may jeopardize Julia and Joel’s adoption plan.

Zeek decides to go on a road trip to visit his mother for her 86th birthday and the whole family tags along. However, the disaster bound trip doesnt prove as troublesome as the birthday girl.

Zeek gets shocking news from his doctor; Crosby advances on a new relationship; Ambers bosss actions confuse her; Adam and Kristina become concerned about the cost of college; Julia worries Zoe will want to keep her baby.

Julia struggles to detach herself from getting too involved in Zoes life, Kristina reacts to Amber and Bob Littles plans to go off on a weekend business trip together and Max tries to use his Aspergers as an excuse to get out of P.E. Meanwhile, Sarah and Marks plan to have a baby elicits an unexpected reaction from Drew.

The Bravermans come together to celebrate a momentous event while Julia and Joel strive to overcome the emotional rollercoaster adopting a child has put them through. Also, Crosby and Adam decide on the fate of The Luncheonette and Sarah makes a difficult decision about her future.

As the family adapts to their new son, Julia communicates her love in an unusual way to Victor. Meanwhile Crosby and Jasmine work as a couple to add structure and boundaries to their marriage. Also, Sarahs new boss Hank unexpectedly helps her understand Drews feelings. And Kristina convinces Adam to fill a missing void in the household and receives news that may change her life forever.

Jasmine and Jabbars family dynamic could change; Sarah spends time with her bosss daughter; Zeek makes a new friend; Victor tries an after-school activity.

Kristina is dismayed when she learns that Max is giving a speech on the same day as her surgery; Drew disagrees with Sarahs decision to move in with Mark; Ryan asks Amber out.

Jasmine and Crosby organize an event for Jabbars school; during a spontaneous road trip, Amber learns more about Ryans past; Mark and Sarah encounter a dilemma.

Mark becomes increasingly impatient as Sarah tries to help Hank reconnect with his family; Julia asks Kristina for advice when Victor gets frustrated with school; Adam and Crosby try to save the Luncheonette and record an album for Glen Hansard.

Crosby and Jasmine help a family member who is having financial problems; Kristina debuts a new look; Hank and Sarah have an interesting evening together.

Joel and Julia consider the long-term effects of adopting Victor; Jasmine and Crosby are frustrated when Renee oversteps her boundaries; Hank is concerned when Mark and Sarah have a talk about their relationship.

Jasmine and Crosby’s unnamed newborn causes quite a stir in their house and serves as a Braverman family magnet. While Adam and Kristina reset their life after her cancer ordeal, she quickly decides to take on another kind of fight, and Joel and Julia face personal and professional challenges. Hank moves back to town, unbeknownst to Sarah and Amber welcomes her soldier boyfriend home.

Jasmine and Crosby struggle with the challenges of raising a baby; Julia and Joel are pushed into problematic directions; Sarah turns to Hank for help and comfort.

Joel seeks boundaries with Peet; Adam and Crosby better their business by setting boundaries with the band; Julia and Camille discover they have something in common; Sarah talks to Ryan and Amber.

Kristina tells Amber a story about her relationship with Adam; Drew falls hard for a classmate; Max finds some pictures from Hank and Sarahs past.

Jasmine and Crosby take advantage of the election as a teaching moment for Jabbar; the band asks Amber to sing guide vocals; Sarah lends Hank a hand.

Julia gets confronted by Ed and Joel steps in. Zeek makes a new friend while Camille is away. Drew remembers old feelings and Natalie gets jealous. Carl attends a fundraiser with Sarah and she is pleasantly surprised to learn more about him.

Camille returns home to an ecstatic Zeek, but not everyone makes an appearance at her welcome home party. Joel continues to spend long hours at work and away from Julia. Hank spends time with Adam and confronts his problems, while Amber runs away from hers.

Julia leans on her siblings for support during this trying time with Joel. Jasmine and Crosby move in with Zeek and Camille while their house is under repair. Meanwhile, Drew confides in Amber for advice on girls.

Jasmine and Crosby disagree over a crucial point in Aida’s upbringing. Julia finds out some unsettling news about Joel, but then is pleasantly surprised by his final decision. Sarah and Hank continue to work together, but Max is interrupting their flow, which causes Kristina and Adam to intervene.

Joel and Sarah celebrate their accomplishments; Adam takes Max on an adventure to cheer him up after a field trip gone wrong; Amber surprises Sydney and Victor.

Crosby reaches out to Joel for help with a housing situation; Julia works up the nerve to talk to Sarah; Amber and Kristina each receive upsetting news.

Zeek enjoys a birthday trip to Las Vegas. Amber finds it hard to deal with being an adult.

Julia has a chat with Joel about their future relationship. Amber gains support from Drew about her future. Sarah attempts to become close to Ruby. Camille and the kids await news about Zeek.

Max has to look for some common ground with his new friend. Amber is left smitten after unexpected connection.

Amber wants to prove herself as a mother, when she is offered a chance to watch Nora and Max, she agrees. Julia and Joel approach a final decision.

Tensions increase between Dylan and Max bringing Kristina and Adam into the conflict.

Zeek and Camille discover a bundle of old rolls of film, and they ask Max to develop the mysterious photos. Sarah overanalyzes Hank’s offer with Julia, and the sisters spew their relationship fears. Adam decides the future of the Luncheonette with Crosby, but Jasmine unexpectedly intervenes.

In the excitement of her big day, Sarah surrounds herself with the original Braverman clan. Meanwhile, Hank approaches Zeek for his blessing and asks Drew for a special favor. Amber adjusts to life as a new mom with a little help from her grandparents. Julia and Joel get a phone call that forces a life-changing decision. Max gets his first job, while Crosby and Adam reach an understanding about the Luncheonette. Kristina presents Adam with a new plan for the future of Chambers Academy, and for their family.