Ep 1. Nine is Enough

Roseanne is a popular American sitcom that ran from 1988 to 1997. The show followed the lives of the Conner family, a blue-collar family living in the fictional town of Lanford, Illinois. Season 7 of Roseanne premiered on September 17, 1994 and the first episode was titled "Nine is Enough".

In "Nine is Enough", the Conners are dealing with the aftermath of the birth of their ninth child, Jerry Garcia Conner. Roseanne is exhausted and overwhelmed by the constant demands of a newborn and Dan is having trouble balancing work and family responsibilities. Meanwhile, the older Conner kids are struggling with their own issues. Becky is feeling neglected and rejected, Darlene is struggling with the realization that she has feelings for David, and DJ is getting bullied at school.

As usual, there is plenty of humor in the episode, as the Conners navigate their chaotic lives. Roseanne and Dan come up with creative ways to cope with their newborn's demands, including tricking the baby into sleeping by putting him in a laundry basket and running the dryer. Becky's attempts to make her parents pay attention to her lead to some hilarious moments, including an ill-fated attempt to dye her hair that results in a bright orange disaster.

Despite the humor, "Nine is Enough" also deals with more serious issues. Darlene's struggle with her sexuality and her feelings for David is a major plot point, as she tries to come to terms with her feelings and figure out how to tell David. The episode also tackles the issue of bullying, as DJ continues to be picked on at school and his parents try to figure out how to help him.

Overall, "Nine is Enough" is a classic episode of Roseanne that showcases the show's mix of humor and heart. The Conners may be a loud, opinionated family, but they also love each other fiercely and always find ways to support each other through even the toughest times. Fans of the show will love this episode, which is both hilarious and heartwarming.