Ep 11. Trash Panda

In Workin' Moms season 2 episode 11, titled Trash Panda, we continue to follow the lives of four working mothers as they navigate the challenges of motherhood, career, and personal relationships. This episode centers around several plotlines that highlight the struggles and triumphs of parenthood in modern times.

The first plotline revolves around Anne (Dani Kind), a successful real estate agent and mother of two. Anne is struggling to balance her demanding job with her responsibilities at home, particularly with her daughter Alice (Sadie Munroe) who has been acting out at school. Anne's husband Lionel (Ryan Belleville) suggests they hire a tutor for Alice, but Anne is hesitant to admit she needs help. Meanwhile, Anne's work colleague (Amanda Brugel) is pressuring her to sell a listing to a difficult client, leading to further stress in her life.

Next, we focus on Kate (Catherine Reitman), a public relations executive and mother of a young daughter named Frankie (Juno Rinaldi). Kate is dealing with the aftermath of a sex tape scandal involving her boss Lionel's brother, Marty (Philip Sternberg), and is finding it difficult to reconcile her loyalty to her job with her own moral compass. Meanwhile, Kate's husband Nathan (Philip Sternberg) is feeling neglected and wishes to spend more time with her, leading to tension in their marriage.

The third plotline centers around Jenny (Jessalyn Wanlim), a psychiatrist and mother of two young children. Jenny is struggling with her own issues of anxiety and insomnia, and is turning to prescription medication to cope. Her husband Ian (Dennis Andres) is unaware of the extent of her addiction and is growing increasingly distant. Meanwhile, Jenny's colleague (Kelly McCormack) is pressuring her to take on a high-profile client, leading to further stress in her life.

Finally, we have Frankie (Juno Rinaldi), a stay-at-home mother of two and wife to Giselle (Oluniké Adeliyi). Frankie is dealing with feelings of inadequacy as a parent and is seeking validation from her friends. She becomes involved in a dispute with a neighbor over a raccoon, leading to an awkward encounter with her friends at a dinner party.

Throughout the episode, the four women confront their own shortcomings and insecurities as they attempt to balance their personal and professional lives. They find solace in each other's company and share moments of laughter and support amidst the chaos of parenthood. Trash Panda showcases the show's ability to tackle serious issues while still maintaining the humor and irreverence that has made it a hit with audiences. It's a poignant and entertaining chapter in the lives of these working mothers, and one that will leave viewers eager for more.