Ep 6. Johnston Family

The episode titled "Johnston Family" is the sixth installment of season one of the popular reality show "Nanny 911". The episode follows the Johnston family, a family of seven living in a small, cramped house in rural Iowa. The parents, Tom and Susan Johnston, are struggling to manage their five young children who range in age from 18 months to 10 years old.

The episode begins with Nanny Stella arriving at the Johnston's house and immediately being introduced to the kids. The youngest, 18-month-old twins, are still in diapers and cry incessantly while the three older children are constantly fighting and bickering with each other. Nanny Stella notices that the house is extremely cluttered and has a strong odor, which she later finds out is due to the family's dog who is not being properly cared for.

As Nanny Stella begins to observe the family's routines and parenting style, she realizes that the children are not getting the attention and structure they need to thrive. The parents are constantly yelling and arguing with each other, and often resort to physical punishment to discipline the children. Nanny Stella is horrified to see Tom spanking their 6-year-old daughter for not cleaning up her toys, and she quickly steps in and explains why physical punishment is not an effective form of discipline.

Throughout the episode, Nanny Stella works with the parents to establish routines and boundaries for the children. She teaches them how to communicate effectively and avoid yelling and arguing with each other. She also helps them with practical parenting skills, such as teaching the children how to dress themselves and brush their teeth, and showing Susan how to bathe and groom the children properly.

One of the biggest challenges Nanny Stella faces with the Johnston family is getting them to take responsibility for their home and their pets. The house is cluttered with toys, clothes, and discarded food, and the family's dog is not receiving the necessary attention and care. Nanny Stella helps the family understand the importance of taking care of their living space and their pets, and encourages them to take small steps towards cleaning and organizing their home.

In the final scenes of the episode, Nanny Stella helps the family come up with a schedule and routine that works for them. She helps them organize their time so that the kids have designated play time, homework time, and nap time, which helps reduce the chaos and stress in the house. She also helps them establish rules for screen time and encourages them to spend more time outside and engaging in physical activities.

Overall, the "Johnston Family" episode of "Nanny 911" is a heartwarming and informative look at the challenges of parenting a large family. Nanny Stella's practical advice and guidance help the family establish a more stable and structured home life, while also teaching them the importance of kindness, compassion, and responsibility.