Ep 1. And It Cannot Be Changed

Bay Kennish returns from her trip to China and quickly finds herself in the middle of drama as she tries to make amends with her ex-boyfriend Emmett. Meanwhile, Daphne Vasquez prepares to start her pre-med program at college and struggles with being away from her family for the first time.

Throughout the episode, the two main storylines intersect and intertwine as both Bay and Daphne face new challenges and situations. Bay tries to navigate her relationship with Emmett, who is still hurt by her actions from the previous season. Meanwhile, Daphne struggles to fit in at her new school and deal with new, difficult classes.

As the episode progresses, both Bay and Daphne are forced to confront some difficult truths about themselves and their relationships. Bay realizes that she still has feelings for Emmett, but wonders if his resentment towards her is too great for them to ever have a future together. Daphne, on the other hand, is forced to confront her own privilege and realize that she has been sheltered from many of the harsh realities of the world.

Despite these challenges, the girls both find support in unexpected places. Bay turns to her new friend Travis, who helps her to see things from a different perspective and encourages her to be honest about her feelings. Daphne finds herself drawn to her roommate, Mingo, who challenges her to expand her horizons and shows her that there is more to life than just studying and hard work.

Overall, the premiere episode of Switched at Birth's fourth season is a promising start to what looks to be another exciting season. The show continues to tackle important issues related to family, identity, and social justice, and the characters are as engaging and likeable as ever. Whether you're a long-time fan of the show or just tuning in for the first time, this episode is definitely worth a watch.