Ep 7. Family Matters

The Real Housewives of New York City season 7 episode 7, titled "Family Matters," follows the ladies as they deal with various family issues and confrontations. Ramona invites Sonja and Luann to her house in the Hamptons to help deal with her daughter Avery's upcoming departure for college. The three women reflect on their own mother-daughter relationships and how they've changed over time.

Meanwhile, Bethenny meets up with her estranged stepfather to try and reconcile with him after years of conflict. She discusses her troubled childhood and the impact it's had on her relationships. Later, Bethenny seeks advice from Dorinda about how to talk to her daughter about her troubled past.

Carole and Adam continue to navigate the challenges of their 20-year age difference while planning a surprise birthday party for Adam's father. Carole reaches out to Adam's family in order to better understand his background and upbringing. However, when Adam's ex-girlfriend shows up at the party, tensions run high and Carole finds herself caught in the middle of a family feud.

Elsewhere, Heather and Kristen plan a joint birthday party for their husbands, but tensions arise when Heather insists on having a live band and Kristen objects. The two butt heads over the party planning, leading to a heated argument and the possibility of the party being called off altogether.

Throughout the episode, the ladies continue to navigate their personal lives while dealing with the challenges of family dynamics. From mother-daughter relationships to reconciling with estranged family members, "Family Matters" shows the Real Housewives of New York City in a more vulnerable and emotional light.