Doris is a fictional character portrayed by Ali Wong in the TV series American Housewife.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Pilot (season 1), they were 34 years old.
They appear in all 103 aired episodes and have accumulated 3219 positive votes.
The character of Doris is mainly associated with Katie Otto, Angela and Greg Otto.
Episodes103
Pilot
episode S1.E1 october 2016Katie Otto tries to raise her imperfect family in the 'perfect' town of Westport, Connecticut.
The Nap
episode S1.E2 october 2016Exhausted Katie tries to juggle her kids, school, and a sick husband.
Westport Zombies
episode S1.E3 october 2016Katie reluctantly competes in the Westport Halloween "Zombie Run", while Greg and Anna-Kat get a little too much in character for the "zombie" part of the run.
Art Show
episode S1.E4 november 2016When Anna-Kat draws a super plus-sized portrait of Katie for the school art show, Katie sets out to retrieve it. Meanwhile, with Katie away, Doris is left in charge of Oliver and Taylor, and is determined to whip them into shape with her Tiger Mom skills.
The Snub
episode S1.E5 november 2016Katie starts acting like the other Westport moms just to get Anna-Kat an invitation to a popular girl's birthday party.
The Blow-Up
episode S1.E6 november 2016Katie's mother shows up for Thanksgiving.
Power Couple
episode S1.E7 november 2016Katie and Greg throw themselves into PTA politics when they learn that Anna-Kat's special needs teacher, Dr. Ellie, has been cut from the school budget. Greg gets elected to the PTA, but Katie may not be able to keep her mouth in check long enough to win the votes they need.
Westport Cotillion
episode S1.E8 december 2016Oliver takes dancing and manners classes in hopes of getting the girl he likes to go to the Westport Cotillion with him, and asks for his dad's help in keeping it secret from Katie.
Krampus Katie
episode S1.E9 december 2016Katie's holiday spirit is soured when Viv corners her into helping out with the school Christmas pageant. Greg, determined to teach Taylor and Oliver the true meaning of Christmas, takes them to a local nursing home to cheer up the residents.
The Playdate
episode S1.E10 january 2017Katie and Greg are thrilled that Anna-Kat has a play-date, until they learn that she's a budding kleptomaniac.
The Snowstorm
episode S1.E11 january 2017A snowstorm leaves the Ottos stranded.
Surprise
episode S1.E12 january 2017Katie ambushes Oliver with a surprise birthday party.
Then and Now
episode S1.E13 february 2017The Ottos' house is put up for sale.
Time for Love
episode S1.E14 february 2017Greg's over-the-top gestures derail Katie's plans for a low-key Valentine's Day; Oliver gets an expensive gift for his crush; Taylor tries to outsmart her parents to attend a party.
The Man Date
episode S1.E15 february 2017Greg befriends a fellow history buff who happens to be married to Katie's nemesis.
Bag Lady
episode S1.E16 march 2017Katie is fed up with the family complaining about her meddling in everything they do, so she decides to back off and let everyone fend for themselves. Meanwhile, incensed that she got sold defective trash bags at the local grocery story, Katie decides to fight back.
Other People's Marriages
episode S1.E17 march 2017Katie encourages Viv to stand up to her boorish husband Alan, but Viv succeeds and decides to leave him--and move in with the Ottos.
The Otto Motto
episode S1.E18 april 2017Greg Otto has a motto: "Never quit." Greg challenges Katie and daughter Taylor to live by the motto despite their desires to quit. Meanwhile Oliver's vision board causes speculation.
The Polo Match
episode S1.E19 april 2017When Doris insists that Katie attend the charity polo match she's organizing, Katie invites her crass best friend from college, Billy, to inject some life into the festivities.
The Walk
episode S1.E20 april 2017Anna-Kat tells her parents that all she wants for her birthday is a chance to walk the three blocks to the library alone. Meanwhile, Greg has a hard time adjusting to the fact that Taylor has a boyfriend, and Katie is annoyed that Oliver's entitled friend Cooper Bradford seems to be spending every waking moment at the Ottos'.
The Club
episode S1.E21 may 2017Anna-Kat is scared to take a bath for fear of drowning, and Katie is scared of the moms judging her body if they go swimming together at the club pool. Meanwhile, Taylor must stand up to Doris for expecting her to babysit; and Oliver teaches Greg a little about style.
Dude, Where's My Napkin?
episode S1.E22 may 2017Katie and Greg enjoy a night on the town with Angela's ex after she helps Greg land a book deal, but Angela's ex soon accuses Katie of being a bad friend.
Can't Hide It Anymore
episode S1.E23 may 2017Katie has been avoiding the mandatory volunteer hours at her kids' schools all year. But when the other moms pressure her, she hits on a genius excuse after wearing a fake pregnancy "empathy" bump leads everyone to think she is pregnant.
Back to School
episode S2.E1 september 2017Katie's efforts to get more time for herself backfire when she is forced to mend fences with the Westport moms by volunteering to run the school's spring gala. Meanwhile, Oliver proves to Katie that his passion for ballet is genuine, inspiring her to confront his belittling teacher and stick up for him.
Boar-Dain
episode S2.E2 october 2017Katie knows terrible ideas when she hears them, and she knows how to shut things down. When Anna-Kat gives feedback to a little boy, Katie and Greg recognize the harsh negativity as a mirror of Katie. The Ottos work on supporting loved ones' ideas. Greg wants to roast a pig while wearing a tank top, as he saw Anthony Bourdain do on TV. Katie wants to pitch "Beach Blanket Bingo" as the gala's theme. The kids pay attention and apply the concept of supporting loved ones' ideas, but Tara amps up the animosity towards Katie.
The Uprising
episode S2.E3 october 2017Katie struggles with Taylor and Anna-Kat's defiance; Greg and Katie help Oliver come to terms with embarrassment after he has a humiliating moment in ballet class.
The Lice Storm
episode S2.E4 october 2017When Anna-Kat brings home a lice infestation, Katie uses it to force bonding time with Taylor. Greg attempts to bond with Oliver by camping in the backyard, but becomes concerned when Oliver keeps ditching their campout to be with their sleazy new neighbor Spencer.
Boo-Who?
episode S2.E5 october 2017Westport is known for its Halloween tradition of leaving an anonymous note and goodies on a neighbor's doorstep--called a "boo." Katie is absolutely giddy when the Ottos receive their first "boo," only to find out that it was put there by accident.
The Pig Whisperer
episode S2.E6 november 2017Katie supported Greg to model better behavior for Anna-Kat, and now she must face the consequences of this support. Hans Gruber is still with the Ottos; Anna-Kat is happy but Katie isn't, and Greg hatches a plan to manage him too. Oliver works to ingratiate himself to Spencer enough to become his sole heir, and Katie tries to use another to create distance in their relationship.
Family Secrets
episode S2.E7 november 2017Greg makes big plans to impress his parents when they visit for Thanksgiving, but his vision is shattered when his neighbor Spencer and Katie's mom Kathryn arrive unannounced and nothing goes as intended.
Gala Auction
episode S2.E8 november 2017Katie fails to get donations on her terms and enlists Oliver's help to bribe the families in Westport to donate great items for the spring gala. Meanwhile, Greg takes his daughters to a Revolutionary War reenactment.
The Couple
episode S2.E9 december 2017Greg and Katie get to to meet new a new couple that have no kids; Anna-Kat convinces her siblings to help her with a project that is more gruesome than she anticipated.
Blue Christmas
episode S2.E10 december 2017When Doris goes into labor and Katie heads to the hospital to be with her, the Ottos struggle to be in the same place at the same time in order to open their Christmas presents together. Meanwhile, Taylor coaches Oliver on the best way to ask out a crush.
Blondetourage
episode S2.E11 january 2018Taylor enlists Oliver to help her carry out a scheme so she can ditch her less-cool friend Ellen and go to a concert with her "blondetourage." Meanwhile, Katie is so devastated that Anna-Kat doesn't need her as much anymore, that she makes poor and desperate parenting decisions.
Selling Out
episode S2.E12 january 2018Katie is worried that the launch of Greg's new book might go poorly, so she enlists Angela and Doris to write positive reviews of the book online to boost his confidence. When the book unexpectedly does exceedingly well, Greg buys a new car without consulting Katie.
The Anniversary
episode S2.E13 january 2018Katie and Greg dislike Taylor's new boyfriend, so they attempt to use reverse psychology to drive a wedge between them. After Spencer's over-the-top vision for Oliver's first date with a girl from his ballet class bombs, Greg helps Oliver make up for it with a romantic gesture.
Midlife Crisis
episode S2.E14 january 2018Katie takes Oliver out of school for a day after he has a meltdown over something minor; Anna-Kat takes Greg to the park to help him make new friends.
The Mom Switch
episode S2.E15 january 2018After feeling unappreciated by Greg and the kids, Katie ditches her family for a day at her favorite hideaway spot and leaves Viv in charge of the household. Viv takes this as an opportunity to see if she really is mom material.
Field Day
episode S2.E16 february 2018Katie wants to prove to the Westport moms that she is fully capable of competing at Field Day at Anna-Kat's school, but she ends up taking the competition a little too seriously; Greg enlists Taylor's boyfriend Trip, to help him make the family recipe for chili in a local competition, which makes Taylor and Oliver jealous.
All Coupled Up
episode S2.E17 march 2018The Otto youngsters experience struggles in their love lives after jumping into the dating world: Oliver is forced to choose between his girlfriend and his friend Cooper, who come from two different worlds; Greg must play the bad-cop parent to halt the PDA between Taylor and Trip; and Anna-Kat tries to make her relationship with Franklin official without his consent.
The Venue
episode S2.E18 march 2018Katie enlists Angela's legal help to convince Chloe Brown Mueller to sign off on the venue for the Spring Gala, but Angela ends up cozying up to Chloe instead.
It's Hard To Say Goodbye
episode S2.E19 march 2018Katie and Greg struggle to help the kids accept loss when a family friend suddenly passes away, and as their pet pig Hans Gruber must be returned to his natural habitat.
The Inheritance
episode S2.E20 april 2018After the passing of their neighbor and friend Spencer, each Otto reacts differently to his will.
It's Not You, It's Me
episode S2.E21 april 2018Katie and Greg struggle to resist the urge to micromanage as their children navigate life choices such as managing homework, picking out friends, and landing first jobs.
Sliding Sweaters
episode S2.E22 may 2018When Katie starts her day in a bad mood, the Ottos come together to cheer her up; but in an alternate reality and in a different sweater, Katie starts her day in a good mood and the family comes together to cheer up Greg.
Finding Fillion
episode S2.E23 may 2018To impress the other moms at school, Katie, Taylor, and Oliver travel to New York to track down Nathan Fillion at a "Firefly" convention so Katie can convince him to attend the school's spring gala.
The Spring Gala
episode S2.E24 may 2018When things start to fall apart at the last minute, Katie figures out a new way to make the spring gala a success. Meanwhile, Greg attempts to be a fun dad and winds up adopting a dog while Katie is occupied with the gala.
Mom Guilt
episode S3.E1 september 2018After spending years as a full-time mom, Katie goes back to work as a party planner, which brings new challenges of balancing home and work life.
Here We Go Again
episode S3.E2 october 2018Katie's new job takes up most of her time, so she and Greg try to split up parenting duties. Katie overinvolves herself in Taylor's social life by trying to keep some distance between her and her boyfriend Trip to make sure she is her own person aside from him. Meanwhile, Greg tries to convince Oliver to be honest after overhearing Oliver lie to his friends about his less-than-luxurious summer vacation.
Cheaters Sometimes Win
episode S3.E3 october 2018On Katie's day off, Kathryn drops by and drives a wedge between mother and daughters. Meanwhile, Katie could be the cause of Oliver's suspension from school.
Enemies: An Otto Story
episode S3.E4 october 2018Anna-Kat runs for the Green Chair position in the school election against Chloe Brown Mueller's daughter, which results in Katie and Chloe turning their kids' election into their own feud.
Trust Me
episode S3.E5 october 2018When Taylor decides she wants to go to a Halloween party, Greg and Katie disagree on whether they can trust her; Oliver and Cooper anxiously try to prepare to play Seven Minutes in Heaven with their dates at a separate Halloween event; a pregnant Viv follows Katie around, trying to get help preparing for her baby's arrival.
Body Image
episode S3.E6 october 2018After the previous "fattest housewife" in Westport gets plastic surgery to lose weight, Chloe Brown Mueller rubs in Katie's face that Katie has now assumed that title. To get revenge on Chloe, Katie goes through great lengths to dig up bad photos of her from high school. Discussing body image with the kids, Katie and her mother Kathryn turn out to be bad influences on Anna-Kat and Taylor, unintentionally encouraging them to focus too much on outward appearance. Over time, Katie realizes how judgmental she has become and that she is part of the problem.
The Code
episode S3.E7 november 2018Katie is upset to discover that the Ottos' pin-code spells out Greg's ex's name; the kids experience trouble in their love lives.
Trophy Wife
episode S3.E8 november 2018Katie convinces a hot young trophy wife to volunteer as room mom for Anna-Kat's class; Greg enlists the kids' help to get Katie's mom to take an interest in someone other than herself.
Highs and Lows
episode S3.E9 december 2018Katie begins to miss the spontaneity and unpredictability of being young and in love; Kathryn's plan to soothe Oliver's heartbreak backfires when she tracks down an old boyfriend and he is not as she remembers.
Saving Christmas
episode S3.E10 december 2018Katie strives to keep her long-separated parents apart when her father arrives in time to surprise the family for Christmas; Anna-Kat tries to help Trip win Taylor back.
The Things You Do
episode S3.E11 february 2019Greg's insistence on doing the family's taxes prompts Katie to take matters into her own hands; Oliver and Anna-Kat join forces in an attempt to win a popular radio contest; Taylor finally sees Pierce's true colors.
Disconnected
episode S3.E12 february 2019Katie plans a "friend date" in hopes of reconnecting with Taylor; Greg attends self-help seminar with Oliver; Anna-Kat takes extreme measures to secure her place as Katie's favorite child.
Mo' Money, Mo' Problems
episode S3.E13 february 2019Katie encourages Greg to splurge on an overnight getaway; Oliver's attempt at a rebellious streak ends in disaster; Taylor comes to the realization that she needs to step up and be a better big sister.
Baby Crazy
episode S3.E14 february 2019Katie panics when Greg is hit with a bout of baby fever; Taylor tricks Oliver into helping her when Luther eats an expensive pair of earrings.
American Idol
episode S3.E15 march 2019Greg enlists Oliver and Anna-Kat's help to drum up new recruits for the Westport Historical Guild; Katie does her best to support Taylor's dreams of becoming the next "American Idol."
Insta-Friends
episode S3.E16 march 2019Katie feels left out when Greg becomes fast friends with the newest member of the Westport Historical Guild; Oliver fears that Cooper is ditching him when he sees on social media that he lied about his weekend plans.
Liar Liar, Room on Fire
episode S3.E17 april 2019When Katie forgets Greg's birthday, she attempts to make up for it by pulling together a last-minute dinner party.
Phone Free Day
episode S3.E18 april 2019To avoid buying Anna-Kat a cellphone, Katie makes a pact with the girls that she and Taylor can go an entire day without using their phones; disappointed with Greg's advice, Oliver seeks guidance from an old friend.
Grandma's Way
episode S3.E19 april 2019When Katie gets sick, Greg enlists Kathryn's help in taking care of the kids; Taylor gets a taste of her own medicine when she tries to help an unruly Katie.
Field Trippin'
episode S3.E20 april 2019Fearing that she's spending too much time at the office, Katie volunteers to chaperone Anna-Kat's school field trip; Greg takes a creative approach to parenting when he catches Taylor and Oliver in a lie.
Locked in the Basement
episode S3.E21 may 2019Anna-Kat becomes best friends with Chloe Brown Mueller's daughter; Greg encourages Oliver to be honest with his girlfriend and not hide his passion for ballet.
The Dance
episode S3.E22 may 2019With the kids away at the school dance, Katie and Greg look forward to a romantic evening alone; Anna-Kat is crushed when the boy she likes doesn't ask her to the dance; Oliver begins to panic when the town psychic's predictions begin to come true.
A Mom's Parade
episode S3.E23 may 2019Frustrated by the lack of appreciation for all she does, Katie decides to leave her family to fend for themselves.
The Minivan
episode S4.E1 september 2019As the Otto family ushers in a new era, Katie and Greg make the emotional decision to sell the family minivan; Oliver suffers a setback that forces him to rethink how to accomplish his goals.
Bed, Bath & Beyond Our Means
episode S4.E2 october 2019Katie's life is turned upside-down when her notoriously-elusive boss Whitney pops into town and promotes her; a colleague's death pushes Greg toward an existential crisis.
Bigger Kids, Bigger Problems
episode S4.E3 october 2019When Anna-Kat's school lunch lady refuses to make simple eco-friendly changes in the school cafeteria, Greg puts on a show highlighting the importance of recycling with his friend and fellow environmentalist Bill Doty.
Lasagna
episode S4.E4 october 2019When Greg hosts a meeting for the Westport Historical Guild to welcome back Stan, Katie's homemade lasagna is a huge hit with the guys; Angela and Doris step in to help Oliver with his Teen Help Line interview.
The Maze
episode S4.E5 october 2019Katie ignores Greg's warning and takes Anna-Kat through a terrifying zombie-themed maze at the annual Halloween carnival; Greg enters a pumpkin carving contest.
Girls' Night Out
episode S4.E6 november 2019With Katie's 40th birthday fast approaching, her self-esteem starts to wane; Greg encourages her to go out and enjoy a night on the town with the girls, even suggesting she leave her wedding ring behind for a night of silly fun.
Flavor of Westport
episode S4.E7 november 2019Katie teams up with Oliver in hopes of growing her lasagna-making endeavor from hobby to serious business venture; a bout of writer's block forces Greg to look at new career opportunities; Greg is pushed out of his comfort zone.
Women in Business
episode S4.E8 november 2019Katie's feud with Chloe Brown Mueller is reignited when Oliver discovers Chloe's attempts to sabotage Katie's lasagna business; Anna-Kat and Franklin play matchmaker for Principal Amblin in an attempt to secure more privileges at school.
Hip to Be Square
episode S4.E9 november 2019Katie and Greg look into activities to keep them connected as a couple; Anna-Kat has her own hurdles to overcome when Franklin shines at square dancing and she fails miserably; Trip struggles with the idea of Taylor going away to college.
The Bromance Before Christmas
episode S4.E10 december 2019Katie looks forward to sharing her favorite Christmas tradition with Taylor, but a surprise visit from her mom threatens her holiday cheer; Greg is blindsided by Katie's good intentions; Oliver and Anna-Kat break a family heirloom.
One Step Forward, Three Steps Back
episode S4.E11 january 2020Katie and Greg worry that their busy schedules are disrupting their family; Oliver fields a disturbing call at the Teen Help Line center.
Wildflower Girls
episode S4.E12 january 2020Katie grows concerned when Anna-Kat is invited to join Westport's elite scout troop; Taylor learns that her Carnegie Mellon interview is scheduled with famous alumnus and Broadway star Brecken Phillips; Oliver befriends the school recluse.
The Great Cookie Challenge
episode S4.E13 january 2020Katie is determined to help Anna-Kat win top prize in cookie sales against her fellow troop members, The Wildflower Girls; Oliver's attempt to help a student he befriends through the Teen Help Line center backfires.
A Very English Scandal
episode S4.E14 march 2020Against Greg's wishes, Katie sets out to play matchmaker for British Greg; Oliver goes along with a rumor at school about his sexual identity to help a classmate feel accepted; Anna-Kat considers throwing out her childhood toys.
In My Room
episode S4.E15 march 2020Katie finds old furniture in the basement and tries to recreate her and Greg's first apartment; Greg enjoys an unexpected benefit of being the victim of Lonnie's relentless practical jokes; Doris recruits Oliver as her driver.
The Battle for Second Breakfast
episode S4.E16 april 2020Katie begins to feel like a third wheel when breakfast talk starts revolving solely around Angela and Doris' new relationships; Greg struggles with Anna-Kat's newfound independence; Taylor and Oliver are horrified by an embarrassing photo.
All Is Fair in Love and War Reenactment
episode S4.E17 april 2020Katie encourages Anna-Kat to stand up for herself when dealing with Taylor; Oliver feels left out when Greg invites Lonnie, Trip, and Franklin to join him at a reenactment of the Battle of Westport.
Senior Prank
episode S4.E18 april 2020Against Greg's better judgment, Katy pushes Taylor to lighten up and participate in her school's senior prank; Anna-Kat asks Oliver to give Franklin a makeover so he won't embarrass himself at a classmate's party.
Vacation!
episode S4.E19 may 2020The Ottos go on vacation with Anna-Kat's prize: Katie tries for a kid-free day with Greg; Taylor gets conned in Hollywood and Anna-Kat must get them out of trouble; Oliver struggles to get Cooper to comprehend their financial disparities.
Prom
episode S4.E20 may 2020Katie confronts a classmate's mom when she suspects that Anna-Kat is being bullied; Taylor must complete the final item on her life-skills checklist so she can attend her senior prom; a girl on the teen helpline asks Oliver to prom.
Graduation
episode S5.E1 october 2020Katie goes to great lengths to appease Principal Ablin in order to ensure that Taylor graduates; Greg finishes writing the final chapter of Lonnie's book; Oliver is devastated to learn that Cooper's family will be moving out of Westport.
Psych
episode S5.E2 november 2020Katie becomes overbearing and controlling; Franklin challenges an older boy to a duel in an effort to win back Anna-Kat's affections.
Coupling
episode S5.E3 november 2020Katie is stunned to learn that Taylor's boyfriend Trip has been spending the night; Greg is forced to separate the kids when Anna-Kat and Franklin both come down with mono; Cooper starts to feel neglected.
Homeschool Sweet Homeschool
episode S5.E4 november 2020With Anna-Kat and Franklin home sick, Katie seizes the opportunity to use them as the backdrop for her mommy vlog; Greg becomes suspicious when Taylor's first college paper comes back with an A; Cooper helps Oliver renovate the basement.
Kids These Days
episode S5.E5 december 2020Katie pushes Anna-Kat and Franklin to try an activity outside their comfort zone; Oliver is convinced that taking performance-enhancing drugs will help him ace his SATs; Taylor starts to wonder if Trip is the right guy for her.
Mother's Little Helper
episode S5.E6 january 2021When Katie's mentor and dear friend Tami moves to Westport, Katie wastes no time introducing her to her vlog viewers; Taylor discovers that Greg has been keeping an entertaining secret.
Under Pressure
episode S5.E7 january 2021Greg ropes Katie into a double date with Principal Ablin and Maria in an attempt to further his political aspirations; Anna-Kat's popularity at school proves to be overwhelming.
Encourage, Discourage
episode S5.E8 february 2021Katie and Tami make fast friends with J.D., a luxury hotel manager whose promise of access to complimentary hotel rooms around the world sounds incredibly enticing.
The Heist
episode S5.E9 february 2021Katie goes overboard in her efforts to help J.D. become a father; Greg worries that Taylor might be a political liability to him after she has a brush with the law.
Getting Frank with the Ottos
episode S5.E10 february 2021To celebrate the 100th episode of his podcast, Franklin invites Katie and the family to make guest appearances on his show; Greg asks Lonnie to be his campaign manager to help strengthen his social-media presence.
The Guardian
episode S5.E11 march 2021Katie and Greg test Kathryn to see if she would make a good guardian for Anna-Kat in the unlikely event something should happen to them; after tracking down J.D.'s potential egg donors, Tami and Katie scheme to learn more about them.
How Oliver Got His Groove Back
episode S5.E12 march 2021Katie plays matchmaker by impersonating Oliver on his social media account to win over a girl; Lonnie helps Greg dig up dirt on his political rival.
The Election
episode S5.E13 march 2021Katie pushes Cooper to share his ambition of becoming a chef with his autocratic father; Greg and Principal Ablin go head-to-head when the election results offer an interesting twist; the Otto family gets a surprise.
- Pilot
- The Nap
- Westport Zombies
- Art Show
- The Snub
- The Blow-Up
- Power Couple
- Westport Cotillion
- Krampus Katie
- The Playdate
- The Snowstorm
- Surprise
- Then and Now
- Time for Love
- The Man Date
- Bag Lady
- Other People's Marriages
- The Otto Motto
- The Polo Match
- The Walk
- The Club
- Dude, Where's My Napkin?
- Can't Hide It Anymore
- Back to School
- Boar-Dain
- The Uprising
- The Lice Storm
- Boo-Who?
- The Pig Whisperer
- Family Secrets
- Gala Auction
- The Couple
- Blue Christmas
- Blondetourage
- Selling Out
- The Anniversary
- Midlife Crisis
- The Mom Switch
- Field Day
- All Coupled Up
- The Venue
- It's Hard To Say Goodbye
- The Inheritance
- It's Not You, It's Me
- Sliding Sweaters
- Finding Fillion
- The Spring Gala
- Mom Guilt
- Here We Go Again
- Cheaters Sometimes Win
- Enemies: An Otto Story
- Trust Me
- Body Image
- The Code
- Trophy Wife
- Highs and Lows
- Saving Christmas
- The Things You Do
- Disconnected
- Mo' Money, Mo' Problems
- Baby Crazy
- American Idol
- Insta-Friends
- Liar Liar, Room on Fire
- Phone Free Day
- Grandma's Way
- Field Trippin'
- Locked in the Basement
- The Dance
- A Mom's Parade
- The Minivan
- Bed, Bath & Beyond Our Means
- Bigger Kids, Bigger Problems
- Lasagna
- The Maze
- Girls' Night Out
- Flavor of Westport
- Women in Business
- Hip to Be Square
- The Bromance Before Christmas
- One Step Forward, Three Steps Back
- Wildflower Girls
- The Great Cookie Challenge
- A Very English Scandal
- In My Room
- The Battle for Second Breakfast
- All Is Fair in Love and War Reenactment
- Senior Prank
- Vacation!
- Prom
- Graduation
- Psych
- Coupling
- Homeschool Sweet Homeschool
- Kids These Days
- Mother's Little Helper
- Under Pressure
- Encourage, Discourage
- The Heist
- Getting Frank with the Ottos
- The Guardian
- How Oliver Got His Groove Back
- The Election
Best moments10
- With Katie's 40th birthday fast approaching, her self-esteem starts to wane; Greg encourages her to go out and enjoy a night on the town with the girls, even suggesting she leave her wedding ring behind for a night of silly fun.
- When Anna-Kat draws a super plus-sized portrait of Katie for the school art show, Katie sets out to retrieve it. Meanwhile, with Katie away, Doris is left in charge of Oliver and Taylor, and is determined to whip them into shape with her Tiger Mom skills.
- On Katie's day off, Kathryn drops by and drives a wedge between mother and daughters. Meanwhile, Katie could be the cause of Oliver's suspension from school.
- When Doris goes into labor and Katie heads to the hospital to be with her, the Ottos struggle to be in the same place at the same time in order to open their Christmas presents together. Meanwhile, Taylor coaches Oliver on the best way to ask out a crush.
- Katie finds old furniture in the basement and tries to recreate her and Greg's first apartment; Greg enjoys an unexpected benefit of being the victim of Lonnie's relentless practical jokes; Doris recruits Oliver as her driver.
- Katie ignores Greg's warning and takes Anna-Kat through a terrifying zombie-themed maze at the annual Halloween carnival; Greg enters a pumpkin carving contest.
- After the previous "fattest housewife" in Westport gets plastic surgery to lose weight, Chloe Brown Mueller rubs in Katie's face that Katie has now assumed that title. To get revenge on Chloe, Katie goes through great lengths to dig up bad photos of her from high school. Discussing body image with the kids, Katie and her mother Kathryn turn out to be bad influences on Anna-Kat and Taylor, unintentionally encouraging them to focus too much on outward appearance. Over time, Katie realizes how judgmental she has become and that she is part of the problem.
- Katie's new job takes up most of her time, so she and Greg try to split up parenting duties. Katie overinvolves herself in Taylor's social life by trying to keep some distance between her and her boyfriend Trip to make sure she is her own person aside from him. Meanwhile, Greg tries to convince Oliver to be honest after overhearing Oliver lie to his friends about his less-than-luxurious summer vacation.
- Greg enlists Oliver and Anna-Kat's help to drum up new recruits for the Westport Historical Guild; Katie does her best to support Taylor's dreams of becoming the next "American Idol."
- When Doris insists that Katie attend the charity polo match she's organizing, Katie invites her crass best friend from college, Billy, to inject some life into the festivities.
- Girls' Night Out
- Art Show
- Cheaters Sometimes Win
- Blue Christmas
- In My Room
- The Maze
- Body Image
- Here We Go Again
- American Idol
- The Polo Match