Ep 13. Self Portrait with a Bandaged Ear

Bay Kennish, an artistic teenager who recently learned she was Switched at Birth with another girl, continues to feel out of place in her new family. Her biological mother, Regina Vasquez, is having trouble connecting with her, and a fight ensues between them over Bay's decision to get a tattoo. Meanwhile, Daphne Vasquez, Bay's biological switch, is struggling to adjust to her new life with the Kennish family, and tensions mount as she begins to develop feelings for Bay's ex-boyfriend, Emmett.

In episode 13, "Self Portrait with a Bandaged Ear," Bay is still struggling with her identity and her relationship with Regina. She decides to create a self-portrait as a way of expressing her emotions and confronting her biological mother. Meanwhile, Daphne is dealing with the aftermath of a fight she had with Emmett, who is upset with her for liking him despite his recent breakup with Bay.

As Bay works on her painting, she receives a surprise visit from her biological father, Angelo. They have a heartfelt conversation about Bay's heritage and her struggle to find herself. Later, Regina shows up and sees the painting, which brings up painful memories of her own troubled past.

Meanwhile, Daphne enlists the help of her best friend, Emmett's sister, to smooth things over with Emmett. The two girls try to convince him to give Daphne a chance, and it seems like he might be willing to forgive her. However, things take a turn for the worse when Bay shows up unexpectedly at Emmett's house, leading to a standoff between the three teenagers.

As the episode draws to a close, both Bay and Daphne are faced with difficult decisions about their relationships and their place in each other's lives. Bay must come to terms with her feelings towards her biological parents and her new family, while Daphne must navigate the complicated dynamics of her own family and her growing love for Emmett.

"Self Portrait with a Bandaged Ear" is an emotional episode that explores the themes of identity, family, and self-expression. As Bay and Daphne continue to struggle with their new lives, viewers are given a window into their innermost thoughts and feelings. With its realistic portrayal of the challenges faced by both teenagers and their families, Switched at Birth continues to be a powerful and thought-provoking drama that is sure to resonate with audiences of all ages.