Ep 12. Goins Family
- TV-PG
- March 5, 2007
- 42 min
In Supernanny season 3 episode 12, the Goins family is introduced to Jo Frost, the "Supernanny," to help them with their parenting struggles. The family consists of Carla and Wes Goins, who have four children together: Brai, who is 10 years old; Izzy, who is 8; Landon, who is 4; and Ava, who is 2.
Carla and Wes are both busy with work and often rely on their older children to take care of the younger ones. This has led to a lack of structure and discipline in the household, as well as a lack of responsibility among the children. The older children are often left to their own devices, which has caused them to act out and become defiant.
When Jo arrives, she observes the family dynamic and quickly identifies areas that need improvement. She notes that the children's rooms are messy and disorganized, the family's mealtime routine is chaotic, and the children are allowed to watch TV and play video games whenever they want. Jo explains that the lack of structure is contributing to the children's behavior and that the parents need to set firm boundaries and expectations.
Jo works with the parents to establish a routine for the family, which includes specific times for meals, homework, and playtime. She also teaches the parents how to use a "reward chart" to incentivize good behavior among the children. Additionally, Jo works with each of the children individually to address their specific behavior issues.
Throughout the episode, the parents struggle to adapt to the changes that Jo is implementing. They are initially resistant to the idea of creating a routine and setting boundaries, and they struggle to maintain consistency in enforcing rules. However, as they begin to see the impact that the changes are having on the children's behavior, they become more committed to following through with Jo's plan.
Over the course of the episode, viewers are able to see the progress that the family makes as they begin to implement Jo's strategies. The household becomes more organized, and the children's behavior improves significantly. By the end of the episode, the family has a new sense of structure and routine that has helped to create a more positive and peaceful home environment.
The Goins Family episode of Supernanny is a powerful reminder of the impact that consistent discipline and structure can have on a family's well-being. Jo Frost's guidance and support help the parents to create a more positive and harmonious home, and viewers are left with valuable insights that can be applied to any family struggling with similar challenges.