Parenthood

The Braveman family reunites as single mother Sarah returns to live with her parents, Zeek and Camille, while her sister Julia balances her career and family life with her husband Joel. Sarah's brother Crosby faces adult responsibilities when his former partner Jasmine arrives with their child, and their older brother Adam deals with his son Max's Asperger's diagnosis. The family's individual struggles bring them together to support one another through the challenges of parenting and family life.

Adam and Kristina navigate the challenges of raising their son with Asperger's Syndrome. Sarah seeks employment with Zeek's encouragement to aim high, while Crosby grows closer to his son and Julia manages a difficult situation with a parent at Sydney's school.

Max is expelled from school, prompting Adam and Kristina to search for new educational opportunities for him. Sarah faces personal and practical setbacks after ending her relationship with Jim, while Crosby enjoys time with Jabbar and Julia begins to realize she is becoming distant from her daughter.

Adam and Kristina resort to underhanded methods to uncover Haddie's hidden romance. Sarah struggles to connect with Drew as he begins to mature, while Jabbar suffers a minor mishap under Crosby's supervision, and Julia and Joel question whether Amber is ready to babysit.

Drew supports Adam in reconnecting with his son Max after he returns to the baseball team. Sarah befriends Mr. Cyr, Amber's English teacher, while Crosby faces unexpected pressure to start a family sooner, and Julia works on teaching Sydney how to protect herself.

Max begins to thrive with the help of a new behavioral aide, while Drew faces trouble after a confrontation at school. At the same time, Crosby attempts to reveal to his parents that he has a child.

Sarah and Amber are drawn to Amber's teacher, while Crosby's attempt at a romantic moment with Valerie is disrupted by his need to keep an eye on Jabbar. Julia considers taking on pro bono work but doubts her boss's approval, and Adam feels the need to step away from everyone.

The Braverman family becomes concerned when Amber's ex-boyfriend Damien unexpectedly visits from Fresno. Zeek takes Adam on a road trip to seek investment advice and spend time together, while Julia and Joel consider the possibility that Sydney has Asperger's, and Crosby offers to assist with planning Jabbar's birthday celebration.

Kristina becomes involved in helping a former acquaintance campaign for lieutenant governor, though she struggles to connect with the younger team. Meanwhile, Jasmine and Crosby take their relationship to the next level by going on an official date.

Crosby and Jasmine navigate the complexities of their growing relationship and how to address it with Jabbar. Meanwhile, Adam and Kristina struggle to make friends, Sarah becomes aware of Zeek's financial troubles, Julia takes on the role of Sydney's soccer coach, and Haddie seeks advice from Amber as her boyfriend pressures her for sexual intimacy.

Zeek unexpectedly stays with Adam and Kristina, disrupting their routine. Camille becomes more absorbed in her art than her marriage, while Julia seeks help from an old college friend to resolve her father's financial troubles, causing tension with Joel. Meanwhile, Amber struggles with guilt over betraying Haddie, and Crosby considers a future with Jasmine and Jabbar.

Sarah and Adam have a disagreement over how to handle their daughters' behavior, while Jasmine pursues an opportunity to audition for a prestigious New York dance company.

Sarah confronts Mr. Cyr about her concerns regarding Amber's behavior as tensions escalate between them. Crosby faces a difficult choice between his new family and his past, while Zeek attempts to reconcile with Camille, aided by Julia, who organizes a dinner to facilitate their reunion.