Ep 3. Kerns Family

When it comes to the Kerns family, Supernanny has her work cut out for her. Single mother Jeannine is at her wit's end with her four kids: 15-year-old Derek, 13-year-old Kassidy, 8-year-old Kai, and 2-year-old twins Kaden and Konnor. With no help from their absent father and struggling to balance work and home life, Jeannine has turned to Supernanny for help in restoring order to her chaotic household.

From the moment Supernanny arrives, it's clear that the Kerns kids are used to getting their own way. They talk back to their mom, ignore her rules, and refuse to help out with chores or respect each other's personal space. But Supernanny is determined to change all that, starting with a family meeting.

During the meeting, each family member takes turns expressing their frustrations and describing what they need from each other. Supernanny helps them come up with a list of rules and consequences that everyone agrees to follow, including time limits on electronics, mandatory chore time, and a respectful tone of voice. But it's not long before the Kerns kids start testing their boundaries.

Kassidy and Derek in particular are resistant to the changes at first, arguing with their mom and each other about their responsibilities. But Supernanny is a pro at getting to the heart of the matter, and she soon discovers that the root of their behavior is a lack of attention and positive reinforcement. She works with Jeannine to set up a reward system that encourages good behavior and helps rebuild the family's relationships.

For the younger kids, Supernanny introduces some simple but effective techniques like the Naughty Step and the Thought Box to teach them about consequences and empathy. She also encourages Jeannine to spend quality one-on-one time with each child, starting with a special date with Derek to rebuild their bond.

As the week goes on, the Kerns family slowly but surely start to transform. They go on outings together, help each other with chores, and even enjoy playing board games and doing puzzles as a family. Jeannine is amazed at the progress they've made in just a few days, and even the older kids seem to be embracing the new rules and structure.

By the end of the episode, the Kerns family has made significant progress, not just in terms of their behavior but also in their relationships with each other. They've learned to appreciate each other's strengths and help each other with their weaknesses, and Jeannine has gained the confidence and tools she needs to continue the progress on her own. Through Supernanny's guidance and support, the Kerns family has become a more loving, respectful, and harmonious household.