A group of less-than-perfect parents reveal the comic and crazy sides of middle-class motherhood as they navigate the trials and traumas of unromanticized parenting.
EPISODE 1
Pilot
Julia struggles without her mother's help as she tries to juggle work and parenting. She attempts to get in with the alpha moms, but instead finds herself trapped in a world of chaos.
EPISODE 2
The Birthday Party
Julia throws a birthday party for Ivy, but with her mom refusing to help, Julia must rely on Liz and Kevin's party skills along with her own event-organizing savvy to make it a success.
EPISODE 3
Auction of Promises
Julia gets involved in a school fundraiser, where she hopes to impress a former colleague. Kevin has a battle with the cloakroom, and despite Anne's protests, Liz takes care of the bar.
EPISODE 4
The Pool Party
A pool party ruins Julia's plans right before an important event at work. Liz looks for a date, and Kevin gets annoyed by a new dad on the scene, who goes way back with Amanda.
EPISODE 5
The Cavalry
Julia's in-laws arrive to help while her husband Paul is away. Luckily, Kevin is around and loves old people. Amanda reluctantly gives Liz her old coat, which has a surprising effect on Liz.
EPISODE 6
The After Party
Anne's carpool propels her into the limelight. Kevin finds himself in the role of confidant for Amanda, who shares a deep secret with him. Liz and Julia's friendship teeters on the brink.
Anna Maxwell Martin
Lucy Punch
Diane Morgan
Paul Ready
Philippa Dunne
Oliver Chris
Ellie Haddington
Tanya Moodie
Juliet May
Richard Boden
Clelia Mountford