Ep 5. Married to the Job
- TV14
- July 25, 2012
- 21 min
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7.8 (209)
Ben Wheeler (Jean-Luc Bilodeau) has always been an easy-going guy, but in Baby Daddy season 1 episode 5, "Married to the Job," he faces a challenge that shakes him to his core. After finding out that his longtime crush, Riley Perrin (Chelsea Kane), has a new boyfriend, Ben throws himself into his work as a bartender and neglects his duties as a dad to his baby daughter, Emma.
As Ben's friends and family try to snap him out of his funk, he becomes increasingly obsessed with proving himself at work. He takes on extra shifts, neglects his health, and alienates his loved ones in the process. Meanwhile, Riley struggles to navigate her own complicated feelings. She still has a soft spot for Ben, but isn't sure if she can trust him to be there for her and Emma.
Throughout the episode, tensions run high as Ben and Riley both struggle to find their footing. As Ben's work consumes more and more of his time, he realizes that he's been using it as a distraction from his problems. In a moment of clarity, he decides to dial back his hours and focus on being a better father and friend.
The episode ends on a hopeful note, as Ben makes amends with his loved ones and apologizes for his behavior. Riley, impressed by his newfound commitment to personal growth, starts to see him in a new light. While Baby Daddy season 1 episode 5 is a bumpy ride, it ultimately shows that with a little self-reflection and support from friends and family, even the toughest situations can be overcome.