Ep 8. I Need A Man

I Love a Mama's Boy season 1 episode 8 is titled "I Need A Man". The episode revolves around three mothers and their relationships with their sons who are all grown up but still rely heavily on their mothers for everything. The mothers are worried about their sons' romantic relationships and fear that their sons will leave them behind.

The first couple is Matt and Kim. Kim is worried that her son Matt's girlfriend, Kim, is not treating him well. She is upset with the fact that Kim plans on moving to another city for a new job opportunity. Matt is torn between his love for Kim and his loyalty to his mother. Kim feels ignored and unimportant in Matt's life, and the tension between the two mothers continues to rise.

The second couple is Shekeb and Emily. Shekeb's mother, Laila, is concerned that Emily doesn't seem to fit into their family's conservative Afghan culture. Shekeb tries to reassure Laila that Emily respects their culture and traditions, but Laila continues to push Emily to conform. Emily feels like she's constantly being judged and isn't sure how to make things better between herself and Laila.

The final couple is Mike and Stephanie. Mike's mother, Liz, worries that Stephanie isn't interested in being a part of their family. She feels like Stephanie is just using Mike for his money and isn't considering the impact that her actions will have on their family. Mike tries to assure his mother that Stephanie has his best interests at heart, but Liz isn't convinced.

As the episode progresses, the three mothers try to find ways to improve their relationships with their sons' girlfriends. Kim offers to make a special meal for Matt and Jenna in an attempt to bring them closer together. Laila invites Emily to a traditional Afghan party to help her better understand their culture. Liz takes Stephanie shopping for a new outfit to wear to church to show her that she's willing to accept her as part of the family.

Despite their efforts, tensions continue to rise between the mothers and their sons' girlfriends. Kim is hurt when Matt chooses to spend the night with Kim instead of coming home to be with her. Laila becomes upset when Emily doesn't wear the traditional dress she bought for her to the party, and Liz is frustrated when Stephanie seems uninterested in the family's religious beliefs.

The episode ends with all three couples at a crossroads. Each mother must confront her fears and decide whether she can truly accept her son's girlfriend as a part of the family. Meanwhile, the girlfriends must decide whether they're willing to continue to put up with the mothers' interference in their relationships. It's a difficult and emotional journey for everyone involved, and the outcome is uncertain. But one thing is clear: these families will never be the same again.