Sensible Andrew and emotive Lauren Stone are happily married. When they decide to embrace the 'joys of parenthood', their lives change and those of her brother Danny and selfish boss (plus her PA), his staff and both their friends sets. And everything is compared to another couple, longer pregnant and sooner parents, Eric and Julie, in 'friendly' rivalry.
Notes from the Underbelly (Season 2)
She's Gotta Have It (Episode 1)
Writer: Shira Zeltzer
Air date: 2007-11-26
Runtime: 20 min
Overview: Realizing he may be a pushover, Andrew forces himself to be more assertive. It proves to be a big turn-on for Lauren, until he embraces his opinions to the point where the delicate balance of their relationship is threatened. Eric and Julie hire a nanny who refuses to disavow the secret swaddling technique that instantly calms Baby Perry. Meanwhile, Danny and Cooper find themselves "accidentally dating" when he starts cooking for her in return for legal aide.
The Blackout (Episode 2)
Air date: 2007-12-03
Runtime: 20 min
Overview: After a power outage, Lauren suddenly becomes paranoid about every little thing and worries that she isn't ready to take care of a baby. Andrew, on the other hand, is feeling very confident about his parenting abilities -- until he kills a mock "baby" at their infant CPR class. Meanwhile Andrew's friend, Danny, excels in class by flirting with the 52-year-old-teacher, and Cooper uses Julie's sexy baby blog as a way to bond with the "brown baggers" at her firm.
Heather's Visit (Episode 3)
Writer: Gary Murphy
Air date: 2007-12-10
Runtime: 20 min
Overview: When Lauren's cool younger sister, Heather, visits for a job interview, Lauren launches a campaign to convince her to move to Los Angeles. She would love to have Heather nearby when the baby's born, but will her aggressive attempts to sell her sister on LA end up pushing her away? Meanwhile, as Lauren's consumed with her sister's visit, Julie convinces Cooper to keep her company while Eric's away on business. But when new mom Julie falls asleep from exhaustion, Cooper is confronted with one of her greatest fears -- a crying baby Perry.
Not Without My Noodles (Episode 4)
Air date: 2007-12-17
Runtime: 20 min
Overview: Cooper hopes that making a new friend will help take her mind off of Lauren’s baby issues. Andrew fixes up Julie and Eric’s yard for Perry’s party. This could cause problems for Eric and Julie, because Danny wants a job playing piano at the party. Can Eric and Julie have the party and keep their friendship with Danny?
Friends and Neighbors (Episode 5)
Air date: 2008-01-14
Runtime: 20 min
Overview: Lauren and Andrew have to choose a guardian their daughter after a meeting with a lawyer doesn’t go so well, Lauren and Andrew decide to see how their neighbors will do as guardians. Plans to tell the neighbors the good news only get worse when Andrew lets the cat out of the bag too soon.
If The Shoe Fits (Episode 6)
Air date: 2008-01-21
Runtime: 20 min
Overview: Julie and Andrew try to get Lauren’s mind off the pregnancy and on to something else. Danny wants to find a girl he hopes baby Perry will help him do that.
The List (Episode 7)
Air date: 2008-02-11
Runtime: 20 min
Overview: Lauren and Andrew's baby arrives well at a concert they soon discover there having a little trouble getting to the hospital.
My Baby's Doctor (Episode 8)
Runtime: 20 min
Baby on Board (Episode 9)
Runtime: 20 min
Odd Man Out (Episode 10)
Runtime: 20 min
First Night Out (Episode 11)
Runtime: 20 min
The Circle of Life (Episode 12)
Runtime: 20 min
Spinning Out of Control (Episode 13)
Runtime: 20 min
Accidental Family Bed (Episode 14)
Runtime: 20 min
The Weekend (Episode 15)
Runtime: 20 min
