Single mother Sarah and her two children Amber and Drew are moving back home with her parents Zeek and Camille. Sarah's sister and complete antithesis, Julia is a successful corporate attorney trying to juggle work and motherhood, alongside her stay-at-home husband, Joel. Commitment-phobe Crosby, Sarah's younger brother, must accept adult responsibility when an old flame Jasmine shows up unexpectedly. Meanwhile, Adam, the oldest Braverman sibling, his wife Kristina and teenage daughter, Haddie, learn that their eccentric son and Haddie's little brother, Max, is diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome. Although each sibling and family has its own share of life to grapple with, perhaps this reunion is the push they need to help each other pick up the pieces and focus on the everyday challenges that families face while raising children and starting over.

Adam and Kristina come to terms with the fact that their son may have Asperger's Syndrome. Sarah is on the job hunt and Zeek pushes her to dream big. Meanwhile, Crosby bonds with his newly discovered son and Julia deals with a aggravating mom from Sydney's school.

After Max gets kicked out of school, Adam and Kristina explore the best educational options for their son. Sarah hits a wall when she ends things with Jim and succumbs to car problems. Meanwhile, Crosby spends a fun-filled day with Jabbar and Julia realizes that she's missing out on her daughter's life.

Adam and Kristina use questionable tactics to find out about Haddie's secret relationship. Sarah doesn't know how to talk to Drew when he starts showing signs of becoming a man. Meanwhile, Jabbar has a little accident while under Crosby's watch and Julia and Joel are hesitant to let Amber baby-sit for them.

When Max re-joins the baseball team, Drew helps Adam connect with his son. Sarah strikes up a friendship with Amber's English teacher, Mr. Cyr. Meanwhile, Crosby feels the pressure to have a baby sooner than he expected and Julia tries to teach Sydney how to stand up for herself.

Kristina's constant worrying affects her and Adam's sex life, and the worrying only gets worse when Max (Max Burkholder) starts working with Gaby (guest star Minka Kelly), a young behavioral aide. Sarah (Lauren Graham) debates whether she should go out on a date with Amber's (Mae Whitman) teacher Mr. Cyr (guest star Jason Ritter). Meanwhile, Crosby (Dax Shepard) tries to muster up the courage to tell his parents about Jabbar (Tyree Brown) and Julia (Erika Christensen) gets jealous of a mom in Joel's (Sam Jaeger) playgroup.

Adam wants to spend time with his family but has trouble juggling their multiple schedules, especially while Gaby continues to work with Max. Sarah's relationship with Mr. Cyr is going better than expected, making her wonder if she should tell Amber about them. Haddie spends Career Day at Julia's law firm, but her assignment causes Julia and Kristina to re-evaluate their respective career choices. Meanwhile, Crosby navigates the world of single parent dating.

The Braverman family is on high alert when Amber's ex-boyfriend Damien arrives from Fresno. Zeek takes Adam on a road trip for investment advice and some father-son bonding. Meanwhile, Julia and Joel worry that Sydney might be suffering from Asperger's and Crosby wants to help plan Jabbar's birthday party.

Adam has his hands full when Kristina goes back to work and leaves him with Max and Haddie for the weekend. Along with taking care of his own kids, Adam gives Drew girl advice when a school dance approaches. Sarah tries to get Amber excited about college by taking her to an event on campus and unexpectedly runs into an ex. Meanwhile, Julia attempts to teach Sydney a lesson about lying and Crosby takes Jasmine on a real date without Jabbar.

When Crosby and Jasmine's relationship heats up, they have to decide how to explain it to Jabbar. Elsewhere, Adam and Kristina are on the search for friends but find that the process is more difficult than they thought. Sarah learns about Zeek's financial problems. Meanwhile, Julia becomes the new coach of Sydney's soccer team and Haddie goes to Amber for advice when her boyfriend starts pressuring her into having sex.

Zeek makes his presence known while crashing with Adam and Kristina. Elsewhere, Camille focuses on her art instead of focusing on her husband. Trying to get her father out of debt, Julia enlists the help of her old college flame much to Joel's chagrin. Meanwhile, Amber feels guilty about betraying Haddie and Crosby thinks about settling down with Jasmine and Jabbar.

A family walk for autism is jeopardized when Sarah and Adam disagree over their daughters' behavior. Julia is forced to be on the Angel committee at Sydney's school but is nonplussed when she has to take care of a single mom recovering from a breast augmentation. Haddie and Amber's secret anger comes to a head and splits the family in two. Elsewhere, Julia tries to help Zeek by arranging a dinner meeting for him. Meanwhile, Crosby risks losing Jasmine to New York after she auditions for a dance company.

Tensions run high for Sarah and Amber leading Sarah to meet with Mr. Cyr to discuss her complex daughter. Elsewhere, Crosby must decide whether to move with his new family or stay with his old one. Zeek tries to win his way back into Camille's heart.

Adam is overwhelmed by family needs and increasing demands at work from boss Gordon Flint. Zeek is overly confident in his "fix-it" skills as he tries to repair a leak in the barn and Joel is enlisted by the family to help. Elsewhere, Sarah tries to find her place in the world as Crosby prepares for a visit from Jasmine and Jabbar. Meanwhile, Kristina tries to teach Haddie how to drive and, along with behavioral aide Gaby, help their son Max through a crisis.

Adam offers an internship position to Sarah at T&S Footwear. Meanwhile, Kristina helps Suze Lessing through her divorce by babysitting Noel. Julia commits to a play date for Sydney that threatens her other friendships. Elsewhere, Jasmine and Crosby debate where Jabbar should live when Jasmine takes a new job.

Sarah makes a new friend at work who helps her impress Amber while Julia and Joel consider adding to their family -- Kevin Alejandro and Zosia Mamet Guest Star.

Kristina learns some alarming statistics about the divorce rate of parents living with autistic children and as a result schedules a date night with Adam to keep their marriage alive. Meanwhile, Sarah sees Drew with a girl and offers him unsolicited love advice. Haddie runs for student council president and enlists her family's help with her campaign. Crosby's behavior gets the best of him and he learns an important lesson about being a father.

Kristina goes to an Asperger's support group alone and later tries to convince Adam to join her. Meanwhile, Crosby and Jasmine enlist Julia's help in getting Jabbar accepted at Sydney's school. Sarah's performance at the shoe booth exceeds Gordon's expectations, causing him to make an unexpected move. Elsewhere, Zeek and Camille sign up for ballroom dancing classes with hopes of connecting on a deeper level.

Zeek once again tries to go overboard with the Halloween celebration and is upset when Haddie, Amber, and Drew refuse to join in the fun. Meanwhile, Adam and Kristina are nervous about Max's new plans for the holiday. Sarah's relationship with Gordon gets complicated after she confronts him about their kiss. Elsewhere, Julia struggles with her belief in women's rights when Sydney chooses a costume she doesn't approve of.

In the midst of a financial crisis, Adam must make an important decision that will alter the company's future. Jasmine and Crosby announce their future plans to Jabbar, who reacts surprisingly to the news. Meanwhile, Sarah and Amber argue over Amber's incessant partying with her new found friend. Sarah experiences challenges at work and even deeper issues with Gordon. Elsewhere, Camille joins Haddie for community service.

Adam confronts a man in defense of Max. Crosby and Jasmine delve into domestic discussions, beginning with the selling of Crosby's boat. Meanwhile, Sarah and Gordon spend an afternoon together, which carries on until sunrise the next morning, creating tension with Amber and Drew. Elsewhere, Haddie discovers intriguing information about Alex.

Sarah lends Amber a helping hand, Kristina discovers an unexpected friendship, tensions run high between Zeek and Camille, while Crosby and Joel explore their creative sides.

Adam fears his future, and he is torn between his job and family after surprising news from Gordon. While preparing Thanksgiving dinner, Camille and Amber share a bonding moment. Meanwhile, Drew feels uncomfortable about his mom, bringing Gordon to dinner. Crosby tries to impress his future mother-in-law. Elsewhere, Julia tries to embrace her domestic side by making pies for dinner, but snaps at Sydney.

Crosby has trouble teaching Jabbar to clean his room. Meanwhile, Zeke finds Drew drinking beer with guys from school. Adam and Kristina get to know Alex at dinner with Haddie and Max. Joel and Julia explain death to Sydney.

Adam tries to cope with the idea of a new boss and is concerned about the stability of his job. Kristina tries winning Haddie over as she seeks comfort in Amber when she realizes her parents refuse to accept her decision. Meanwhile, Crosby is attempting to overcome a few obstacles of his own as a coordinator of a kindergarten performance at Jabbar's school. Amber is taking on the challenge of performing at an open mic night, but she is surprised by who her biggest critic is.

Kristina and Adam catch Haddie sneaking around with Alex and forbid her from seeing him anymore. Sarah faces a new challenge when Drew tells her he needs to sell five hundred dollars worth of wrapping paper. Meanwhile, Crosby and Jasmine have to deal with Jabbar's bad case of stage fright right before the school play.

Kristina refuses to accept Haddie's relationship with Alex, causing Haddie to move in with her grandparents. Sarah puts her foot down at work and demands a higher salary to pay for Amber's tuition. Meanwhile, Max makes a camping trip with Zeek extremely difficult. Julia throws a bachelorette party for Jasmine welcoming her to the Braverman tribe, while Adam gets more than he bargained for during a meeting with Cory, shocking the entire family.

Sarah and Adam discuss a situation with Haddie. Meanwhile, Haddie, Amber, and Max run into Alex. Crosby and Jasmine meet with her reverend for premarital counseling. And Drew meets his father, Seth, for breakfast.

Kristina and Adam throw Max a birthday party, hosted by Amazing Andy, a man who lives with Aspergers. Crosby and Jasmine deal with an issue that could change the fate of their relationship. Drew and Seth continue to strengthen their bond. Meanwhile, Julia and Joel work on adding to the family.

Crosby pays the price for a mistake that will change his relationships with those closest to him. Adam gets annoyed with Alex's frequent visits. Meanwhile, Adam and Kristina are then forced to deal with a huge problem that will affect Max's progress. Elsewhere, Drew is hit with some disappointing news from his father, while Sydney makes a decision that her parents, Julia and Joel, are supportive of.

Adam and Kristina find it difficult to talk to Max about his Asperger's Syndrome and come to Dr. Pelickan for guidance. Sarah revisits her relationship with Mark Cyr when she goes to him for help with her latest project. Elsewhere, Crosby attempts to mend his relationship with Jasmine, while Julia and Joel prepare to celebrate their eight-year anniversary.

Adam and Kristina have an unexpected meeting with the principal of Max's school. Jabbar is selected "Star of the Week" by his elementary school, causing Crosby and Jasmine to work together, creating nostalgia for their past. Meanwhile, Amber encounters a speed bump while working in her new job. Elsewhere, Joel and Julia receive troubling news after a series of medical check ups and Zeek's old friend, Gilliam T. Blount, shows interest in Sarah's play.

Crosby does everything he can to get Jasmine back. Meanwhile, Adam is nervous about Haddie going to prom with Alex, as Julia tries to spend more time with Sydney. Elsewhere, Sarah works on improving her script while also trying to focus on Amber's future.

Amber quits her job and begins to fall down a dangerous and destructive path. Crosby works with Joel to mend his relationship with Jasmine. Meanwhile, Kristina and Adam overhear a disturbing phone call, which strains their relationship with Haddie. Elsewhere, Sarah makes progress with her stage play with the help of Zeek's old friend, Gilliam T. Blount.

Amber is involved in an accident, Adam's career is altered, and Sarah debuts her play.

Sarah celebrates a milestone birthday and leans on Mr. Cyr for emotional support, while Amber makes an independent move from her family. Unemployed, Adam feels the stress of providing for his pregnant wife and family and he ponders a new business venture with Crosby. Julia becomes frustrated with the adoption process and dreams up a bizarre scenario. Meanwhile, Haddie's boyfriend Alex reveals hidden information to Julia.

Kristina is concerned over Max's well-being as he attends a mainstream public school. Sarah and Mark Cyr define and grow their relationship while Haddie and Alex may be drifting apart. Meanwhile, the stress of the adoption process causes Julia to act irrationally, and Adam changes his career plans.

Amber revels in her new independence, while Sarah strives to remain a part of her life. Crosby is unsure how he feels about Jasmine dating and she wonders if she now fits in the Braverman family. Meanwhile, Kristina is concerned about Crosby and Adam's new business venture. Also, Alex receives good news and Zeek imparts relationship advice to Drew.

Zeek lands his first commercial, prompting Camille to reflect on her own achievements. Sarah and Mark take their friendship to a new level while Haddie and Alex grow apart. Meanwhile, Crosby and Adam disagree over a minor parenting crisis, Drew's first date with Amy doesn't go as planned, and Jabbar and Max hit a rough patch in their friendship.

Kristina is rushed to the hospital by an unlikely accomplice, while Julia and Joel receive positive news on a possible addition to their family. Jasmine's choice of suitors begins to affect Crosby, while Sarah's ex, Seth, threatens to disrupt her relationship with Mark. Meanwhile, Amber begins to understand Max's mind and helps him mend his friendship with Jabbar.

Kristina exhausts herself by diving back into supermom mode while Adam and Crosby prepare their new music studio, in hopes of impressing their first potential client, Cee Lo Green. Meanwhile, Zeek plants doubts in Julia and Joel's adoption plan and Drew takes advice from Amber to move forward with Amy. Meanwhile, Mark Cyr continues to feel uneasy with Seth's involvement in Sarah's life.

Kristina demands family time, Jasmine is ready for a serious relationship, and Sarah reluctantly supports Seth.

After offering to let Seth stay at her apartment once he is released from rehab, Amber begins to understand what Sarah has been going through all these years. Meanwhile, Adam attempts to get intimate with Kristina for the first time since Nora's birth. Elsewhere, Crosby struggles with the prospect of a new father figure in Jabbar's life. And Drew and Amy take their relationship to a new level.

During an intense game of Braverman charades, Joel and Julia come to the realization they may have spoiled Sydney. Meanwhile, Adam and Crosby celebrate a new client at The Luncheonette and Adam experiences an awkward moment with Rachel. Also, Kristina is concerned about Max's new friends at school, and Drew reaps the consequences of disobeying Sarah's rules.

An inappropriate moment at work disrupts Adam and Kristina's marriage. Meanwhile, Crosby and Jasmine reconnect after clearing up Jabbar's misunderstanding of their relationship. In an attempt to boost his college applications, Drew seeks out extracurricular activities and Amber is uncertain about her future. Also, a meeting with Zoe's boyfriend may jeopardize Julia and Joel's adoption plan.

Kristina and Adam become overwhelmed with their work schedules and put Max's well being in danger. Also, Kristina offers Amber a new opportunity, and Crosby and Jasmine struggle to deal with their complicated relationship. Meanwhile, Julia tries to keep her distance from Zoe; Sarah and Mark think deeper into their future.

Seeking his mother's approval, Zeek demands the entire family caravan on a road trip where they encounter many road blocks along the way. While spending time on the road, Adam connects with Haddie, Sarah confronts an embarrassing issue with Drew, and Julia learns to appreciate Crosby's odd personality. Meanwhile, Kristina struggles to enforce a harsh punishment she gave to Max for acting out.

Crosby is frustrated when Adam becomes the focus for a local newspaper's piece on the Luncheonette. Meanwhile, Amber struggles to find her place in a new job and Sarah becomes overwhelmed with thoughts of having a baby.

Jasmine becomes uncomfortable as the relationship between Crosby and Lily grows. Sarah goes with Drew and Amy and her parents to visit a local college campus. Camille and Zeek learn that he has a serious but treatable medical condition. Haddie is accepted to Cornell, but Adam and Kristina worry about how they will pay for it. Amber impresses Bob Little at a campaign event. And Zoe begins to realize the seriousness of her decision to give her baby up for adoption to Julia and Joel.

Mark invites Sarah to a friend's engagement party which stirs up a serious conversation about a baby in their future. Meanwhile, Amber receives a job promotion, but questions her own qualifications. Adam and Crosby clash over business strategy for The Luncheonette. And Zoe's behavior causes Julia and Joel to question their adoption agreement.

Julia struggles to detach herself from getting too involved in Zoe's life, Kristina reacts to Amber and Bob Little's plans to go off on a weekend business trip together and Max tries to use his Asperger's as an excuse to get out of P.E. Meanwhile, Sarah and Mark's plan to have a baby elicits an unexpected reaction from Drew.

Julia heads to the hospital for the birth of her and Joel's son. Meanwhile, Sarah considers the possibility of a new life in New York with Mark. Adam and Crosby receive an extraordinary offer to sell The Luncheonette. And Jasmine and Crosby reconcile their past during a camp out with Jabbar.

The Bravermans come together to celebrate a momentous event while Julia and Joel strive to overcome the emotional rollercoaster adopting a child has put them through. Also, Crosby and Adam decide on the fate of The Luncheonette and Sarah makes a difficult decision about her future.

A planned family portrait documents a new chapter for the Bravermans.

Victor learns to be a Braverman and Kristina's world is suddenly altered.

Kristina and Adam deal with her breast cancer diagnosis. Max obsesses about the school's removal of a snack vending machine. Zeek is caught doing an illegal U-turn and the kids discover his license has been expired for over a year. Sarah tries to convince Hank to take on a wedding photo-shoot.

Jasmine and Crosby explain an emotional lesson to Jabbar while Kristina learns to accept a new normal; Joel puts his faith in Victor while he tries out a new activity and Sarah begins to see sensitivities in her new boss.

Kristina shares heavy, emotional news with the family; Julia makes a life changing decision while Joel supports Victor in a new activity; Sarah experiences an awkward moment at work.

Kristina heads into surgery as the Bravermans lend their support.

Drew tells Amy about Kristina's illness and her sympathy kiss turns into something much deeper. Kristina is preparing for her chemotherapy, but becomes overwhelmed when Camille comes to stay with her. Julia and Joel try to help Victor fit in better. Amber and Ryan take the next step in their relationship, but when Zeek finds out, he shares with Sarah that Ryan may not be ready to be in a relationship.

A weekend full of activity unfolds for the Bravermans as party planning, road trips, and parenting dilemmas provide the family with some unexpected experiences.

Max vetoes the student council's plans to have a school dance. Julia isn't excited about Joel's plan to return to work. Mark and Sarah's plans to spend a weekend in Napa are thwarted when Hank asks Sarah to help him resolve his ex-wife/daughter issues that same weekend in L.A. A neighbor of the Luncheonette complains to Crosby about their clients taking up parking spaces and making noise. Amber becomes increasing worried about Ryan's depression.

Sarah deepens her involvement with Hank, further straining her relationship with Mark. Julia experiments with new techniques to alleviate Victor's frustration with school. Meanwhile, Amber helps Ryan secure a job working on Joel's construction crew.

Christmas with the Bravermans brings the family closer together.

Jasmine and Crosby contemplate the future of their family as they welcome a new roommate. Kristina and Adam go on a much needed date night after she makes a drastic change to her appearance.

Drew and Amy receive overwhelming news. Adam and Kristina help Max adjust to teenage life. Meanwhile, Victor presents new challenges for Julia and Joel.

Julia and Joel struggle with a difficult decision involving Victor. Crosby and Jasmine are frustrated with Renee, causing tension in the house. Meanwhile, Kristina helps Max fight for a cause that he is passionate about.

Jasmine and Crosby celebrate their anniversary and receive exciting news while Julia and Joel plan a family event.

A healthy Kristina makes a momentous decision about her future, while Crosby struggles to bond with his daughter, and Hank becomes friends with Max.

Amber and Ryan share their good news, Zeek refuses to discuss the future with Camille, and Adam struggles with Kristina's decision to run for mayor.

Adam and Kristina agree on her campaign finances while Joel and Julia argue over Victor's future. Crosby and Jasmine have a breakthrough with Aida.

Zeek takes a unique approach to Victor's problems, Drew tries to be more than a friend to Natalie, and Sarah clashes with Amber over the wedding.

Boundary issues frustrate the Braverman clan as Max gets into trouble at school, and Crosby and Adam attempt to launch their own record label.

The Bravermans need to rely on their wits as Kristina prepares for a debate, Sarah apologizes to Amber, and Camille makes an important announcement.

Max learns some interesting tidbits about Sarah's past. Camille embarks on her trip, while Julia finds herself turning to Ed more often for comfort.

The family watches out for Zeek, but he ends up giving Sarah some much needed advice. Tension rises in Julia's household when she receives some unsettling news from Victor's school. The media uncovers some skeletons in Kristina's closet that attract unwanted media attention on Adam. Meanwhile, Amber makes a tough decision that rocks the boat with Ryan.

Election day stirs up emotions among the family. Jasmine and Crosby use the election as a teaching moment for Jabbar, while Kristina and Adam keep hopes high. Julia and Joel deal with Victor's reservations, and Amber has some of her own when the band asks her to sing guide vocals. Meanwhile, Sarah helps Hank with a family affair.

Amber addresses Ryan about his issues with her hanging out with the band and she struggles on whether or not to lean on Sarah for support. Drew asks his uncle Crosby for advice on girls. Meanwhile, Julia and Joel put their best foot forward for their family's sake, and Adam shows his support for his wife Kristina.

Julia gets confronted by Ed and Joel steps in. Zeek makes a new friend while Camille is away. Drew remembers old feelings and Natalie gets jealous. Carl attends a fundraiser with Sarah and she is pleasantly surprised to learn more about him.

Sarah gets some good news about a job, which prompts Hank to question her. Crosby opens his house to Oliver Rome after the band hits a breaking point and Jasmine is less than thrilled. Meanwhile, Joel and Peet work closely to finish their project, and Amber deals with an extremely painful reality.

Camille returns home to an ecstatic Zeek, but not everyone makes an appearance at her welcome home party. Joel continues to spend long hours at work and away from Julia. Hank spends time with Adam and confronts his problems, while Amber runs away from hers.

Sarah starts her new project along with Hank, meanwhile Kristina becomes the community counselor. Crosby discovers mold in his house and Jasmine is not pleased, and Julia and Joel decide to explain to Sydney and Victor what has been going on.

Julia leans on her siblings for support during this trying time with Joel. Jasmine, Crosby, Jabbar, and the baby all move in with Zeek and Camille while their house is under repair because of the mold. Meanwhile, Drew confides in Amber for advice on girls.

Kristina goes in for a checkup, but that doesn't stop her from starting a new adventure. Amber encourages Drew to move on from his past, while Julia struggles to let go of hers. Sarah gets an appealing offer from Carl, but decides her work is more important. Hank admits that feelings are still lingering for an old relationship.

After Julia's intimate encounter with Ed, she and the Braverman clan attempt to put aside their own family issues to come together for a baptism.

Joel misunderstands where to pick up Victor from baseball and old feelings of abandonment overtake his thoughts. Sarah is anxiously awaiting a response from the ad agency on her final project. Amber tries to talk Drew into taking his life back. Max goes on a class trip and struggles to understand his classmates.

Joel and Sarah celebrate the completion of their work projects. Max has low morale after his school field trip ended with some bitter feelings, so Adam takes him on an adventure to clear his head. Sydney and Victor are also struggling to stay positive, so Amber tries to surprise them with a new activity.

Zeek and Camille finally agree on what to do with the house. Julia jumps back into work helping out Kristina and Adam, but is struggling on how to proceed in her personal life. Sarah discovers what her children have been up to and puts her foot down with Drew.

Crosby finds himself in a tough housing situation and reaches out to Joel for help. Julia musters up the courage to talk with Sarah about her current situation. Kristina receives some devastating news and puts all her energy into fighting for the charter school. Meanwhile, Amber also hears of unsettling news and Hank steps up to the plate.

Haddie comes home for the summer, while Adam and Crosby reminisce about their childhood and also reenact some childish antics. Amber reunites with Ryan and struggles to let him go, meanwhile Sarah finally addresses Hank's request. Victor conquers his fears and Julia and Joel are there to support him, while Zeek surprises Drew with a set of wheels after efforts from both Victor and Zeek. Drew takes his gift for a test drive to Portland after realizing that he made a mistake by not reciprocating his girlfriend's 'I love you'.

Sarah steals Zeek away on a birthday trip to Las Vegas, and what unfolds will set the Bravermans on a dramatic season-long course. Amber faces a life change and grapples with how to navigate the new landscape of adulthood. Two days before opening, Adam and Kristina's charter school is far from ready, and the whole family springs into action to help complete the construction.

Kristina struggles to accommodate the individual needs of her Chambers Academy students and Adam gets roped into the chaos when the school's lunch vendor quits on the spot. Zeek faces a tough decision about his health, and amidst strong opinions from the other siblings, Crosby supports his dad. Joel and Julia meet with Sydney's teacher when girl drama erupts at school. Sarah wrestles with her ambivalence about Amber's big news.

Camille and the kids anxiously await news about Zeek. Julia confronts Joel about their relationship status. Amber decides to face her future and Drew supports her. Sarah tries to bond with Ruby and finds herself in a sticky blended family situation. When the Luncheonette gets some unfortunate news, work pressures mount atop all the family stress, and Adam is in worst-case-scenario mode. Emotionally wracked Crosby seeks an escape.

Max meets a new friend who means more to him than Kristina and Adam initially expect. After an awkward run-in with Sandy, Sarah tries to understand her place in Ruby's life, and conflict-averse Hank must test out his diplomacy skills. Julia and Joel fear that the uncertainty of their separation is harming their children. Crosby tries to avert crisis at the Luncheonette by chasing down Oliver, who has gone off-the-grid.

Max gathers intel on his new friend in search of common ground. Though Kristina fears he'll get his heart broken, he is more determined than ever to pursue this new relationship, especially after some botched advice from Adam. Amber makes an unexpected connection and finds herself smitten. Julia's new love interest shows up at the family BBQ and runs into Joel. Crosby lets loose with Zeek and Jasmine grows concerned about her husband.

Business is slow at the Luncheonette and Crosby feels the financial pressure. He fears that he'll disappoint Jabbar until Jasmine comes to the rescue. Hank and Sarah plan an ill-fated game night that fails to win over Ruby, but Amber steps up to help. Drew must declare a major and he confronts the practical realities of choosing a career.

Amber (Mae Whitman) hopes to prove herself as a future mother when she agrees to babysit Max (Max Burkholder) and Nora (Mia and Ella Allan), but the results are disastrous. Sarah (Lauren Graham) comes to Amber's side for support. Joel (Sam Jaeger) and Julia (Erika Christensen) make strides toward a final decision on their relationship. Hank (Ray Romano) has a heart-to-heart with Sandy (Betsy Brandt), who is surprised and moved by how Hank has grown. Meanwhile, Drew (Miles Heizer) is guilted into hanging out with Zeek (Craig T. Nelson), and an unexpected adventure draws Drew away from his studies.

Max experiences his first heartbreak after he catches Dylan kissing another boy; Amber reaches an unexpected stage in her pregnancy; and Hank discovers Ruby threw a party at her mom's house while she was home alone.

Max is harassing Dylan. Meanwhile Joel is trying to win Julia back over. Drew is helping Zeek plan a romantic vacation.

The Bravermans must gather together when Zeek is rushed to the hospital.

Zeek and Camille discover a bundle of old rolls of film, and they ask Max to develop the mysterious photos. Sarah over-analyzes Hank's offer with Julia, and the sisters spew their relationship fears. Adam decides the future of the Luncheonette with Crosby, but Jasmine unexpectedly intervenes.

A decision is made regarding Zeek's health; Sarah makes a decision and shares news with her father; tension deepens between Adam and Crosby; labor pains send Amber to the hospital.

Hank and Sarah's wedding finally arrives. Amber receives help from her grandparents. Joel and Julia get a surprising phone call. Crosby and Adam come to an understanding concerning the Luncheonette.

Amber quits her job and begins to fall down a dangerous and destructive path. Crosby works with Joel to mend his relationship with Jasmine. Meanwhile, Kristina and Adam overhear a disturbing phone call, which strains their relationship with Haddie. Elsewhere, Sarah makes progress with her stage play with the help of Zeek's old friend, Gilliam T. Blount.

Amber is involved in an accident, Adam's career is altered, and Sarah debuts her play.

Single mother Sarah and her two children Amber and Drew are moving back home with her parents Zeek and Camille. Sarah's sister and complete antithesis, Julia is a successful corporate attorney trying to juggle work and motherhood, alongside her stay-at-home husband, Joel. Commitment-phobe Crosby, Sarah's younger brother, must accept adult responsibility when an old flame Jasmine shows up unexpectedly. Meanwhile, Adam, the oldest Braverman sibling, his wife Kristina and teenage daughter, Haddie, learn that their eccentric son and Haddie's little brother, Max, is diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome. Although each sibling and family has its own share of life to grapple with, perhaps this reunion is the push they need to help each other pick up the pieces and focus on the everyday challenges that families face while raising children and starting over.

Sarah and Adam discuss a situation with Haddie. Meanwhile, Haddie, Amber, and Max run into Alex. Crosby and Jasmine meet with her reverend for premarital counseling. And Drew meets his father, Seth, for breakfast.

Amber and Ryan share their good news, Zeek refuses to discuss the future with Camille, and Adam struggles with Kristina's decision to run for mayor.

A decision is made regarding Zeek's health; Sarah makes a decision and shares news with her father; tension deepens between Adam and Crosby; labor pains send Amber to the hospital.

Sarah makes a new friend at work who helps her impress Amber while Julia and Joel consider adding to their family -- Kevin Alejandro and Zosia Mamet Guest Star.

Crosby does everything he can to get Jasmine back. Meanwhile, Adam is nervous about Haddie going to prom with Alex, as Julia tries to spend more time with Sydney. Elsewhere, Sarah works on improving her script while also trying to focus on Amber's future.

Zeek makes his presence known while crashing with Adam and Kristina. Elsewhere, Camille focuses on her art instead of focusing on her husband. Trying to get her father out of debt, Julia enlists the help of her old college flame much to Joel's chagrin. Meanwhile, Amber feels guilty about betraying Haddie and Crosby thinks about settling down with Jasmine and Jabbar.

Adam wants to spend time with his family but has trouble juggling their multiple schedules, especially while Gaby continues to work with Max. Sarah's relationship with Mr. Cyr is going better than expected, making her wonder if she should tell Amber about them. Haddie spends Career Day at Julia's law firm, but her assignment causes Julia and Kristina to re-evaluate their respective career choices. Meanwhile, Crosby navigates the world of single parent dating.