
The New Normal — Season 1

A couple, both men, embark on the journey of parenthood with the assistance of a young woman who agrees to be their gestational carrier.

Shania is finding her footing in the unfamiliar environment, and much to Bryan's amusement, she begins to mimic Little Edie of "Grey Gardens." Later, David and Bryan share a memory of their first encounter and resolve to recapture some of t…

Bryan embarked on a shopping expedition for infant garments, a venture complicated by the subsequent task of returns. Simultaneously, Shania chose to wear baby clothes to school, an attire that led to an awkward encounter between her and th…

Shania’s staged school election unexpectedly throws the family into a minor political crisis when it’s revealed Goldie intends to vote against Barack Obama. Shania’s brothers try to sway her decision, much to the annoyance of their Republic…

David is arranging a family dinner, intending to share the news of the baby with his mother. Meanwhile, Goldie is enduring the trials of a difficult mother-in-law. Jane experiences an unfamiliar stirring within her when she unexpectedly enc…

Shania and a classmate feigned an engagement, indulging in the elaborate planning of a wedding that existed only in their imaginations. As a thrilled Bryan orchestrated the grand event, aided by Rocky, Jane resolved to dismantle the entire …

David and Bryan resolved to find godparents for their newborn child. Separately, Shania wrestled with uncertainty regarding the trajectory of her relationship with her companions.

As technology begins to intrude upon their days, Bryan, David, Goldie, and Shania reluctantly agree to forgo their electronic devices for a single day. Shania, however, proposes a more complete severance, suggesting they relinquish all mode…

Having reflected on the misfortunes of previous Thanksgivings, Bryan, David, Goldie, Shania, and Rocky resolved to spend this year's holiday with their burgeoning family. Afterward, upon learning of the turkeys’ grim fate at the farm, the s…

A fortunate accident reveals to Bryan and David the baby’s sex. Goldie, witnessing Shania’s spirited performance during a school assembly, is stirred to remember her own aspirations. Subsequently, Shania faces suspension.

A rift develops between Bryan and David following David’s decision to employ someone to secure their house against hazards. The family then observes that Jane experiences a noticeable lift in spirits after consuming eggnog, and later, Bryan…

Bryan and David considered their future together, pondering the size of the family they envisioned. Their discussion drifted to Expanding Families, where Gary confessed his longing for a family of his own, yet lamented his inability to find…

Following a disappointing search for childcare, Bryan and David begin to consider the possibility of one of them becoming a stay-at-home parent. Both express a willingness to take on the role, and they decide to gain some practical experien…

Upon meeting Rocky's latest infatuation, Chris, Shania declares her intuition – her "gaydar," she calls it – is tingling, suggesting Chris might harbor affections for men. Meanwhile, Jane finds herself pondering whether her colleague, Brice…

Bryan yearned for an immediate, intuitive bond with the child he awaited. Meanwhile, Shania felt a pang of disappointment upon discovering her mother had not breast-fed her in infancy. Elsewhere, Jane began a quiet pursuit of a colleague sh…

The joys and anxieties of parenthood arrive unexpectedly for Bryan and David when their cherished puppy requires urgent veterinary care. Elsewhere, Goldie finds herself speaking with Shania’s teacher following an incident that disturbed the…

A small group is planning a baby shower for Bryan and David, both of whom are hesitant about parenthood. They've decided to donate all the gifts they receive to a local adoption agency. Separately, Clay and Shania have arranged a surprise c…

The approaching Halloween season fills Bryan with delight; he meticulously adorns the house, ventures to a pumpkin patch with hopes of celebrity sightings, and presides over the selection of costumes for all. But David, at long last, pushes…

Bryan favors a natural birth for their child, though a video viewed in a classroom setting might sway his decision. Elsewhere, Goldie is on the hunt for a new location for her clothing business, while Rocky grapples with anxieties about mot…

Though Bryan harbored reservations, David, a man who once earned the highest rank in the Boy Scouts, readily accepted the opportunity to chaperone an overnight camping trip with his friend’s son. His competence quickly gained him the respec…

Bryan and David stand at a crossroads, grappling with the most significant choice yet: the name for their child. The debate ignites a cascade of memories, prompting Goldie to share the story behind Shania’s name, a revelation that briefly u…

The wedding day has arrived, and though unforeseen difficulties arise, Bryan and David are resolute in their desire to marry before their child's birth. However, their son seems determined to complicate matters.

