Ep 7. Papa Don't Preach

Papa Don't Preach is the seventh episode of the sixteenth season of Grey's Anatomy. The plot revolves around a patient named Samantha who's pregnant and is a surrogate for a couple. She starts having contractions, and the couple starts having differences on whether to save the baby or the surrogate mother. Meredith, who is overseeing Samantha's case, tries her best to intervene and help the couple come to a resolution.

Meanwhile, Jo is stressed out and is having a tough time dealing with the fact that she might never have children after she undergoes a test to determine if she has any medical issues preventing her from getting pregnant. She opens up to her attending, Dr. Helm, about her situation. Helm advises her and gives her hope, but Jo is still uncertain about her future.

On the other hand, Amelia and Link's love life seems to take a hit as they are not on the same page about their child's paternity. Amelia's previous lover, Owen, comes back into town and tells her that he wants to know if their child is biologically his or Link's. Amelia is reluctant to conduct a DNA test, while Link seems to be okay with it, and they both have a heart to heart talk about their relationship moving forward.

Elsewhere, Niko, Levi, and Bailey attend a patient who has an interesting condition and a possible complicated surgery which leaves Niko, as the lead surgeon, being extra cautious and not trusting himself, placing the patient's life in a delicate balance.

Throughout the whole episode, the show's writers exhibit creativity and address significant ethical issues such as surrogacy, infertility, paternity issues, and the level of trust people have in medical practitioners. Grey's Anatomy continues to incorporate real-life dilemmas in their plot, which makes the show's fans love it even more. The show's medical scenes that leave viewers in awe create an extensive learning experience, which makes it stand out from other medical dramas. The writers' ability to mix drama with humor while maintaining the show's professionalism is quite remarkable. In conclusion, Grey's Anatomy season 16 episode 7, Papa Don't Preach, is a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone interested in compelling and thought-provoking television.