Ep 7. The One With The Home Study

In Friends season 10 episode 7, titled "The One With The Home Study," Monica and Chandler have embarked on the adoption process and are preparing for a home study. However, their nerves are on edge as they are worried their apartment may not meet the necessary criteria for a child to live in. With the help of their friends, they frantically try to make improvements to their home, but things take a turn when their beloved pet chicken is found in their apartment causing chaos.

Meanwhile, Phoebe is on a mission to find out more about her birth mother. Her search leads her to a woman named Cookie who claims to be her birth mother, but Phoebe is skeptical and unsure if she is telling the truth. When her friends confront Cookie, they discover something unexpected which leaves Phoebe confused and conflicted about her identity.

Joey is struggling with his acting career as he realizes he may be getting too old for the roles he used to play. He decides to take matters into his own hands and produce his own show, but finds it challenging when his co-stars don't take him seriously.

Rachel is dealing with her own issues as she contemplates her future with Ross. When she sees him interacting with their daughter Emma, she begins to wonder if he is actually ready to settle down and commit to a family life.

As the group navigates through their individual challenges, they come together to support one another as true friends do. This heartwarming episode tackles issues surrounding family, identity, and growing up, while also providing humor and entertainment along the way.