Ep 3. Bigger Kids, Bigger Problems

Katie Otto, a self-assured, confident and unapologetic mother of three, is navigating life in the wealthy town of Westport, Connecticut. In season 4 episode 3, titled "Bigger Kids, Bigger Problems," Katie and husband Greg are struggling to deal with Taylor's growing pains. The episode begins with Taylor, the Otto's teenage daughter, seeking advice from her mom on how to handle a boy at school who's been texting her. Katie is initially thrilled to be included in her daughter's personal life, but quickly realizes that the situation is far more complicated than she first thought.

As Taylor navigates her first relationship, Katie learns that her daughter is not the only one struggling with the challenges of growing up. Youngest son, Cooper, is dealing with a bully at school and needs his mom's help to stand up for himself. Meanwhile, middle child Oliver is trying to navigate the tricky social dynamics of high school and needs his parents to help him find the right balance between standing out and blending in.

As Katie and Greg juggle the challenges of parenthood, they each turn to their own support systems for guidance. Katie seeks the advice of her friend Doris, who's always willing to lend an ear and share her own parenting struggles. Greg, on the other hand, turns to his boss for advice on how to connect with his teenage daughter.

Despite the challenges, the Otto family remains tight-knit and supportive of one another. Through it all, Katie and Greg remain committed to raising happy and well-adjusted kids, even as they navigate the ever-changing landscape of modern parenthood. The episode is filled with heartwarming moments as the family comes together to support one another through the ups and downs of adolescence.

As always, "American Housewife" manages to strike the perfect balance between laughs and heartwarming moments, making it one of the best family sitcoms on television today. "Bigger Kids, Bigger Problems" is another great episode in a standout season, proving once again that the Otto family is one to root for.