The Worst Episodes of Trying

A family party leads to a life-changing decision for the birthday boy.

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Writer: James Wood

When they learn that another round of IVF would be too expensive and unlikely to succeed, Nikki and Jason start exploring

Director: Jim O'Hanlon

Writer: Andy Wolton

Jason gets in touch with an ex before social services interviews her. Nikki goes out with her sister, Karen, and her unpleasant boyfriend

Director: Jim O'Hanlon

Writer: Andy Wolton

Nikki and Jason go to a picnic with other potential adopters—and get intimidated by the quality of their competition.

Director: Jim O'Hanlon

Writer: Andy Wolton

Jason starts getting cold feet about the whole process after a mandatory training session. Karen tells Nikki some bad news.

Director: Jim O'Hanlon

Writer: Andy Wolton

After a wild night out with Erica and Freddy, Nikki and Jason are faced with potentially disastrous consequences the next morning.

Director: Jim O'Hanlon

Writer: Andy Wolton

Deciding that they need more hands-on experience looking after kids, Nikki and Jason agree to babysit their friends' children for a day.

Director: Jim O'Hanlon

Writer: Andy Wolton

On a mission to help Tyler fit in, Jason starts a junior soccer team. Nikki, Karen, and Princess travel to Brighton—and one of them has a secret.

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A celebratory spa visit is surprisingly stressful. Jason's plan to bond his team spins out of control.

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Nikki and Jason have been approved to adopt, but they're finding the matching process a challenge. Social worker Penny has a plan.

Director: Jim O'Hanlon

Writer: Andy Wolton

Jason's ex threatens to come between him and Nikki at a family funeral. Karen struggles to get Scott involved in their wedding planning.

Director: Jim O'Hanlon

Writer: Andy Wolton

Nikki and Jason make a hopeful visit on their adoption journey. Nikki sets Erica up with Jason's friend. Karen is drawn to Deven, a single dad.

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Jason plays detective after a problem is revealed at Ben and Denise's party. Freddy struggles in his relationship.

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On a camping weekend, Nikki and Jason try to bond with the kids. At home, Karen faces an existential crisis and Freddy realizes he’s lonely.

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Jason and Nikki’s future with the kids appears to be in jeopardy after a mistake. Tyler says goodbye to a friend. Scott lands a book deal.

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Scott’s book launch doesn’t go according to plan. Jason struggles with his new job. Nikki finally masters tough love.

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A loss brings the family together—and also threatens to tear it apart.

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Nikki grows paranoid about Jason after reading a suspicious text on his phone. A family gathering takes a turn for the worse.

Director: Jim O'Hanlon

Writer: Andy Wolton

Jason makes a huge sacrifice for Tyler. Nikki attempts some tough love with Princess. Freddy tries a different sort of group therapy.

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Jason and Nikki's good intentions are derailed by old friends while, unbeknownst to them, their family is about to be rocked.

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Nikki looks for answers in Spain. Back at home, Jason has to call in reinforcements to avert a disaster.

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Penny sends Nikki and Jason to a fancy-dress party that could change their lives. Nikki helps her sister, Karen, choose a wedding dress.

Director: Jim O'Hanlon

Writer: Andy Wolton

Nikki and Jason search for a bigger, child-friendly flat. Nikki fights for a promotion at work. Karen is tempted to cheat.

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Planning Scott's stag night is a headache for Jason. Karen shares a secret with Nikki. Erica and Freddy's relationship begins to blur.

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Jason worries that Tyler will be bullied at school. Nikki has to fire someone at work. Bad news from the landlord forces Jason to take a big gamble.

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