Motherland

Seasons

2016

8

This is a programme about navigating the trials and traumas of middle-class motherhood. It looks at the competitive side and unromantic take on parenting--not the cute, acceptable face of motherhood.

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Episode List

S1 • E1

Pilot

Stressed mother Julia's day slowly decends into chaos when she struggles to find childcare arrangements and attempts to join the alpha mums for spag bol.

S1 • E1

The Birthday Party

With Liz and Kevin's help, Julia plans a party for her daughter Ivy's birthday. However she has to lie to the other mums when she turns sick at the last minute.

S1 • E2

Auction of Promises

Julia tries to impress a former colleague and finds herself roped into helping out at a school fundraiser where Liz mixes up a very stiff sangria.

S1 • E3

The Pool Party

A pool party foils Julia's plans to prepare for a work event. Kevin gets competitive with another dad, and Liz tries to connect with the owner of a lost wallet.

S1 • E4

The Cavalry

Julia is forced to deal with her unhelpful in-laws when they come to visit. Liz enjoys the side effects of a new coat.

S1 • E5

The After Party

Julia and Liz's friendship is tested when Julia competes with another mum to get into Anne's carpool. Meanwhile Kevin finds himself in the role of confidant when Amanda shares a secret.

S1 • E6

The Caretaker

As her friendship with Liz remains strained, Julia hires a nanny that slowly starts to take over her house. Amanda's absence throws the mums into chaos.