Ep 8. Adam Steps Up

Adam Burns is a man with a plan. After his wife Andi goes back to work, he's tasked with taking care of their three children - Kate, Emme, and Teddy. Adam quickly realizes that parenting is not as easy as it seems, and he is constantly learning on the job.

In season 1 episode 8, titled "Adam Steps Up," Adam is determined to show Andi that he can handle his responsibilities as both a father and a manager at his construction company. He's been working hard to balance his work and family life, but when Andi brings home a work assignment that requires her to go away for a week, Adam fears that he may not be up for the challenge.

Adam's brother Don, who is known for being a bit of a slacker, offers to help out with the kids while Andi is away. However, Adam is hesitant to accept Don's offer because he's worried that Don will be a bad influence on the kids. But with no other options, Adam reluctantly agrees to let Don help out.

As Andi prepares to leave town, Kate, Emme, and Teddy are already starting to miss her. They're also a little scared about having to spend a whole week alone with their dad. Adam tries to reassure them that everything will be okay, but he's not feeling very confident himself.

The first few days without Andi are tough for everyone. Adam's work schedule is hectic, and he's struggling to keep up with the kids' needs. Don is doing his best to help out, but he's not exactly a natural when it comes to parenting. The kids are starting to get over Don's novelty and dynamics with Adam shift, as Don moves to the background.

Things take a turn for the worse when Teddy falls off his bike and breaks his arm. This puts an even bigger strain on Adam's already stressed-out life. He has to take time off work to take care of Teddy and get him to the hospital. Meanwhile, Don is left alone with the girls, and they end up watching a scary movie that leaves Emme and Kate traumatized.

Just when it seems like everything is falling apart, Adam realizes that he needs to step up and take charge. He starts to prioritize his family over work, and he even enlists Don's help with some of the parenting duties. Despite some setbacks, things start to look up for the Burns family. Adam and Don bond over parenting and Andi returns home to find that the kids had a great week with their dad.

In the end, Adam realizes that being a good father is more important than anything else. He learns that it's okay to ask for help when he needs it, and that family should always come first. "Adam Steps Up" is a heartwarming episode that showcases the challenges of balancing work and family life, and the importance of stepping up to the plate when it matters most.