The New Normal

Season 1

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A single mother's life after she accepts the offer to be a surrogate mother for a gay couple.

22 Episodes

  • Pilot
    E1
    PilotA gay couple start a family with the help of a young single mother who becomes their surrogate.
  • Sofa's Choice
    E2
    Sofa's ChoiceShania is working to adapt to her new surroundings and, much to the delight of Bryan, begins impersonating Little Edie from ‘Grey Gardens.’ Later, David and Bryan reminisce about the first time they met and decide to have a night on the town like they did when they were younger. Elsewhere, Jane finds something disturbing in the boys’ room and enlists Goldie’s ex-husband Clay to try and woo her granddaughter back to Ohio. Elsewhere, Rocky mistakenly suspects Shania of misbehaving.
  • Baby Clothes
    E3
    Baby ClothesBryan goes on a shopping spree for baby clothes, and returning them proves to be a problem. Meanwhile, Shania dresses up in baby clothes for school, forcing Goldie to have an uncomfortable interaction with Shania's teacher.
  • Obama Mama
    E4
    Obama MamaShania's mock school election sparks political upheaval in the household when it's discovered Goldie plans to vote against Barack Obama. The guys attempt to change Goldie's mind, to staunch Republican Jane's chagrin.
  • Nanagasm
    E5
    NanagasmDavid plans a family dinner to tell his mother about the baby; mother-in-law miseries plague Goldie; Jane feels a unique sensation when she happens upon a younger man; and Shania fears that her father will win a custody battle.
  • Bryanzilla
    E6
    BryanzillaShania and a classmate pretend to get engaged and plan an imaginary wedding. As a delighted Bryan arranges the big event with help from Rocky, Jane sets out to shut down the entire ceremony. Meanwhile, David makes a game-changing decision.
  • The Godparent Trap
    E7
    The Godparent TrapDavid and Bryan decide they need godparents for their baby. Meanwhile, Shania worries about the future of her relationship with the guys.
  • Unplugged
    E8
    UnpluggedWhen technology begins to interrupt their lives Bryan, David, Goldie and Shania reluctantly give up their various electronic devices for one day. Shania, however, takes it one step further by suggesting they give up all modern technology including heated toilet seats. Meanwhile, Rocky unleashes an online beast when she shows Jane how to use twitter. Hoping to gain more followers, Jane posts a private video from Bryan which was meant to surprise David on their future wedding day. Shocked at the invasion of privacy, Bryan is appalled until the cast of his show "Sing" tells him what they think of the tweet.
  • Pardon Me
    E9
    Pardon MeThe gay couple agrees with Shania's plea for a non-traditional, 'green' Thanksgiving celebration, without modern amenities. That creates more problems then foreseen, such as a live turkey none of them dares slaughter. The guests seem rather at ram course then willing to give thanks for anything.
  • The XY Factor
    E10
    The XY FactorBryan and David accidentally learn the baby's gender; Shania's performance at a school assembly reminds Goldie she has dreams to pursue; Shania gets suspended.
  • Baby Proofing
    E11
    Baby ProofingBryan and David start fighting after David hires a woman to baby-proof their home; the family discovers eggnog has a pleasant effect on Jane; Bryan and Jane attend a party.
  • The Goldie Rush
    E12
    The Goldie RushWhen Bryan invites his hottest ex Monty for dinner, as possible date or mate for lonely gynecologist Gary, the incurable womanizer reveals surprisingly having developed his own child wish. Worse, he wants Goldie to carry his baby, while David and Bryan want two more babies, also trough her.
  • Stay-at-Home Dad
    E13
    Stay-at-Home DadBryan and David each want to enjoy fatherhood to the fullest, considering to stay at home while his partner continues earning the family income. So each has a go, by way of test, minding Shania while Goldie is treated to a spa holiday. Neither finds parenting the brat nearly as easy as expected.
  • Gaydar
    E14
    GaydarWhen Shania meets Rocky's new crush, Chris, she claims that her 'gaydar' is going off and that Chris might be more interested in men. Elsewhere, Jane is wondering if her fellow realtor, Brice, is just a fashionable guy or if he is into fashionable guys. Bryan decides to throw a dinner party that doubles as a Gay or Straight fact-finding mission. Meanwhile, David is struggling with how the world will treat their future son.
  • Dairy Queen
    E15
    Dairy QueenBryan wishes to have a natural connection to his baby-to-be. Later, Shania is upset to learn that her mother didn't breast-feed her when she was a baby, and Jane sets out to woo her sightly colleague.
  • Dog Children
    E16
    Dog ChildrenBryan and David get a preview of the highs and lows of parenting when their beloved puppy has a veterinary emergency. Meanwhile, Goldie meets with Shania's teacher after a class disruption; and romantic feelings between Clay and Goldie are reignited.
  • Rocky Bye Baby
    E17
    Rocky Bye BabyThe gang wants to throw a baby shower for a reluctant Bryan and David, who decide to donate all their baby gifts to an adoption agency. Meanwhile, Clay and Shania agree to stage a surprise shower for Goldie.
  • Para-New Normal Activity
    E18
    Para-New Normal ActivityBryan basks in the Halloween spirit by decorating the house, going to a pumpkin patch to spot celebrities and ruling over everyone's costumes. David finally rebels when Bryan insists on having a Honey Boo Boo theme.
  • Blood, Sweat and Fears
    E19
    Blood, Sweat and FearsBryan proposes using natural childbirth for the baby's delivery, but a classroom video may change his mind. Meanwhile, Goldie searches for new retail space for her clothing business, and Rocky faces her maternal insecurities.
  • About a Boy Scout
    E20
    About a Boy ScoutDespite Bryan’s concerns, David, a former Eagle Scout, jumps at the chance to chaperone a Boy Scout overnight with his friend’s son. His skills earn him the respect of the other fathers and scouts, but when one father disagrees with his lifestyle, David’s Boy Scout membership is revoked. Elsewhere, Rocky is helping Goldie sort out her secret crush on Brice. Bebe Wood also stars.
  • Finding Name-O
    E21
    Finding Name-OBryan and David are facing the hardest decision of their relationship, what to name their baby. The conflict prompts Goldie to reveal the origin of Shania’s name leading to brief identity crises for both of them. Later, While breezing through their wedding planning, David suggests that Bryan invite his mother Colleen, but her added opinion leads to more conflict and an unusual resolution. Meanwhile, Clay decides it’s time to let Goldie know how he feels, after receiving some unsolicited advice from Brice.
  • The Big Day
    E22
    The Big DayThe wedding is finally here and despite all of the challenges that pop up throughout the day, Bryan (Andrew Rannells) and David (Justin Bartha) are dead set on getting married before the arrival of their baby, but their son has other plans.

Cast of Season 1

  • Justin BarthaDavid Sawyer
  • Andrew RannellsBryan Collins
  • Georgia KingGoldie Clemmons
  • Bebe WoodShania Clemmons
  • NeNe LeakesRocky
  • Jayson BlairClay Clemmons
  • Ellen BarkinJane Forrest
  • Ali AdlerProducer

Season 1 Ratings & Reviews

Watch Season 1 Videos

  • The New Normal: 2 Dads
    The New Normal: 2 DadsScene
  • The New Normal: Clip 1
    The New Normal: Clip 1Scene
  • The New Normal: These Damn Eggs
    The New Normal: These Damn EggsScene
  • The New Normal: Nana, You're A Bigot
    The New Normal: Nana, You're A BigotScene
  • The New Normal: I'm Great At Being Pregnant
    The New Normal: I'm Great At Being PregnantScene
  • The New Normal: Goldie, Jane, And Shania In Car
    The New Normal: Goldie, Jane, And Shania In CarScene
  • The New Normal: Jane And Goldie Have A Heart To Heart
    The New Normal: Jane And Goldie Have A Heart To HeartScene
  • The New Normal: Bryan And David Watching Families In The Park
    The New Normal: Bryan And David Watching Families In The ParkScene

 

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