Teen Mom 2 Recap: Season 5, Episode 8 "Breakdown"

Jenelle Evans: Jenelle heads back over to Casa de Babs to visit Jace. Babs wants Jenelle to come over more often, but Jenelle complains because it's such a far ride. Later, Jenelle has to have an emergency appendectomy because her appendix nearly explodes. Trashpit Tori comes over and Jenelle explains her surgery and the fight that went down between Babs and Nathan at the hospital. They then listen to a nasty voicemail from Babs and the two attempt to make amends on the phone.


"You guys are seriously fighting when I just had surgery??"

Nathan then comes home and the two explain the situation to him. Nathan is pissed that Babs thinks he's lazy and that pretty much sums up the scene.


"I'm here, even if your mom isn't."

Babs later comes over with Jace to make amends, but instead, she and Nathan get in a huge fight over Babs's accusations. It gets pretty ugly and Babs storms off with Jace.

Kailyn Lowry: Kail is starting to feel bad about dragging Javi into the bridesmaid drama and tells him that she will work it out so they can have a peaceful wedding. Kail then heads over to the baby doctor for another ultrasound, with Isaac saying more cute musings while she awkwardly asks her doctor about encapsulating her placenta... yummy.


"What?? Placentas sound very tasty!!!"

Kailyn then heads over to the bridal store to try on her wedding dress. It's a little on the big side, but doesn't know how much to alter, because the wedding is still three weeks away.

Chelsea Houska: Chelsea goes out to fetch her mail one morning and finds a pleasant surprise inside... visitation court papers from Adam. Chelsea is confused as to what they mean, so she calls her dad.


"Wtf Adam???!!"

Chelsea then complains to her friend about Adam and Aubree listens in and comments "Like my dad". Uh-oh, you better watch it, Chelsea. Meanwhile, Adam is meeting up with one of his trashpit friends at the local bar to discuss why he filed visitation and his theory of Chelsea being heartbroken over him. Chelsea then goes over to her dad's house to vent about the court case and her regrets in giving Aubree such a crappy dad.

Leah Calvert: It's Ali's first day of school and everyone is raving about it while Aleah and Addalynn are left behind.


"I love how everyone's paying attention to ME!!"

Corey then talks to his dad about the struggles of dividing attention between the two kids and his dad asks him if he's ready for any more. Corey says he wants to wait a while and take things slow for once. Meanwhile, Leah is skyping her friend Kayla about Ali's first day of school.

*Photos from okmagazine.com.

Next Week: Jenelle celebrates Jace's 4th birthday, Kailyn works on last-minute wedding details, Chelsea enrolls Aubree in dance classes, and Leah asks Jeremy to go marriage counseling.

Teen Mom 2 Recap: Season 5 Episode 7 "These are the Days"

Jenelle Evans: It's almost Jenelle's day in court, so her trashpit friend, Tori, comes over sporting a brand-new hairdo to talk about what might happen. She said that they are going to try and drop the felony charge and plead guilty to a lesser charge. When the day in court comes, Jenelle gets all dressed up and wears heals because it makes her feel "more classier" (her words, not mine...). She meets with her lawyer to discuss the case and how she is more worried about seeing Courtland and getting kidnapped than the charges.


"Who doesn't get kidnapped by their ex-husband??"

Jenelle goes to court and finds the case to be continued. Jenelle is happy, though since she didn't see Courtland.


"My wishes have come true already!"

Jenelle then heads over to casa de Babs to talk about the court case and that Courtland may be released from jail soon. Babs is also worried about this and that Courtland may get her daughter in more trouble...as you do.


"Ya betta not come neah my dawta Coutland!"

Kailyn Lowry: Kail is back to brown hair in the first scene as she meets up with her bridesmaids to start planning her wedding. Though Kail's friends have been great, Javi's sister and cousin are being major pains. They start critiquing everything the bride is choosing, even wanting to change their dresses!


"I don't wanna wear purple people!!!"

Javi's family then doesn't want to show up to try on hairstyles, which is frustrating Kail even more. Later, when she talks to Peach about it, she says she doesn't feel connected to this baby because of all the stress she's under.


"These girls are taking all the fun out of my pregnancy!"

Later that day, Javi comes over to access all the drama between Kail and the bridesmaids. He got nasty text from his family, bashing Peach and the earrings Kail picked out and poor Kail just can't take anymore of this while pregnant.


"I can't take anymore of this bridesmaid drama!!!"

Chelsea Houska: Chelsea is focused on skin school and this week's lesson is how to look like a vampire. Chelsea tries this on her trusty friend, Megan below.


"Do I look fabulous or what??"

Over at Adam's dump, Aubree is meeting Adam's new spawn for the first time. Aubree doesn't know what to think or how to process Adams newest creation.


"Where did that new baby come from, daddy?"

Later, Chelsea goes over to her dad's house to give him an update. She is upset because she found pictures of Aubree and Paislee at Adam's pad at midnight and is irritated and Adam and his family didn't tell her where Aubree was staying.


"Not telling me where my daughter is Adam?? That's low!!!"

Leah Messer: Leah and Jeremy head over to Corey and Miranda's log cabin to discuss Ali starting school. Though Corey still doesn't want to accept that she has a disability, they decide to go ahead with the schooling.


"I guess Ali needs school...and stuff."

Leah gets new hair (again) and Jeremy loves it. "It's better than that purple crap!" (way to stay positive, buddy) Corey and Miranda bring over new clothes for Ali and Aleah goes into a fit of jealousy. She's starts spraying around Aerosol and trying to light the place on fire, as you do.


"Can someone give me some attention for once??"

*Photos from okmagazine.com and theashleysrealityroundup.com.

Next Week: Jenelle gets her appendix removed, Kail tries on her wedding dress, Chelsea gets court papers from Adam, and Leah enrolls Ali in school.

Teen Mom 2 Recap: Season 5 Episode 6 "False Positives"

Welcome back to Teen Mom 2 recaps! (Yes, I know this is a month late, but I've had a lot going on!)

Jenelle Evans: In the first scene of this episode, Jenelle takes a pregnancy test with her friend Tori. She is excited when 2 bars show up on the stick, but since one of the bars is blurry, she's not sure if it's a positive or negative result.


Spawn or no spawn? hmm...

Jenelle heads to the doctor to see if she has a dead fetus inside of her or if she really is preggo with Nathan's spawn. The doctor confirms that there is nothing in her uterus and the hormones from her abortion made the test positive. Jenelle and Nathan are disappointed, but say they just have to start practicing multiple times a day...and there goes lunch.


"Guess we haven't been practicing enough..."

Kailyn Lowry: It's finally their day in court and Javi drives a very pregnant Kail back to Pennsylvania to prepare. (In a Carrie Underwood shirt, as you do) Kail heads over to Jo's parents' mansion to attempt to come to a mediation agreement so they don't have to go before a judge. However, Jo is not willing to budge and Kail leaves the house, frustrated and in tears.


"Are you trying to make me pop Jo??"

The next day, Kail meets with her lawyer and goes to court. In the courtroom, the judge basically signs off on the same agreement that Kail had offered the night before and also discusses who will drive where. Kail expresses her frustration to Javi, but is happy that she gets to stay in Delaware.

Chelsea Houska: It's that time of year again... yes Aubree's birthday! This little princess turned 4 in this episode, decked with a party full of decorations and a bouncy house! Aubree is loving the party, until Adam tries to lure Aubree away with a toy of his own.


"I can't believe my princess is four!!"

Leah Calvert: Things with Leah are going great...until Jeremy passes out at work and has to come home on medical layoff. Leah is concerned, so she makes him a doctor's appointment to find out what's going on. On the way there the next morning, however, tensions arise when they are late to the appointment and fight over Jeremy's condition. At the doctor's, they find out nothing's wrong and the passing out was probably caused by stress.


"You're putting too much stress on me, Jeremy!"

Next week: Jenelle goes back to court, Kail fights with her in-laws about wedding planning, Aubree meets her new half-sister, and Leah talks to Corey about Ali starting school.

Being Amber Recap

"I'm really happy to see you again!"

Now it's time for the Being Amber special. (sorry this is so late, I've been really busy with the college life!!)

Anyway, the episode starts out with Amber getting released from prison and the paparazzi there to greet her, which she's less than thrilled about. Amber and her family stop at a local gas station to change clothes and grab some non-prison food. At the station, Amber gets a huge surprise... her dad there waiting for her. Amber gets emotional seeing him and they have a touching family moment. Then, Amber gets herself together and orders her food. Later, they head to her grandparents' house, where she is staying, to get settled in. Amber's grandma smells her hair and Amber explains to her that "prison hairspray is diluted so you pour half of it out and throw in Jolly Ranchers." (remind me to NEVER go to prison!!) Amber's grandma tells her not to worry, that they have actual shampoo and conditioner at their house. Then, Gary brings over Leah and the two have a cute moment.

However, before Gary leaves, Leah lets it slip that he has a new girlfriend. Although Amber already knows this, she's upset that the new girlfriend is around Leah so much, but for now, she's just focusing on her time with Leah. When Amber is getting Leah ready for bed, Leah asks her a heartbreaking question: if Amber will be there when she wakes up. Amber is upset by this and the stress of filming so they cut to a commercial break.

A Teen Mom producer goes in to check on a sobbing Amber, confessing her biggest regrets in regards to doing drugs and being away from Leah for so long. Then, Leah comes in to comfort her with a stuffed animal (aww!!) When Gary comes to pick Leah up, they discuss her birthday party and Amber is comfortable with doing it together...until he asks if his girlfriend can come. Amber explains that she is not jealous, but angry at the way Gary went about the whole situation.

Amber later talks to her grandparents about the stress of Gary's new girlfriend and Leah's birthday party. When Amber sees the family dog scratching on the door outside, Amber sympathizes, "Poor puppy, I know what it's like to be locked up somewhere...sucks." When her cousin Krystal picks her up to shop for Leah's birthday party, Amber reflects on how her relationship with Gary has changed since getting pregnant and what she wants her story to represent in the future.

Since the tension between her and Gary is stressing Amber out, she decides to have separate birthday parties for Leah. Amber's mom tells Gary the plan and they pick up Leah for her first party. The party is held at Amber's grandparents' house with Party City balloons (my favorite, of course!!). Leah gets some cute presents, and Amber can't believe she is five.

Leah then goes to celebrate her birthday with Gary and his family at a funhouse. It looks like a great party until things turn awkward when Leah wants to call Gary's new girlfriend 'mommy'. Gary and Kristina discuss this and decide that, unless she really insists on calling Kristina 'mom', they will continue having Leah call her Kristina. Back at Amber's she talks to her mom about her relationship with Gary and how it's been destroyed since she got pregnant. She decides to talk to Gary about their co-parenting problems and the issue of his new girlfriend being around. When Gary tells Kristina about the plan, she gets emotional because she is afraid that he will go back to Amber.

Later, the production crew gives a frustrated Amber a ride to Gary's house. Amber confronts Gary about having a new girlfriend while leading her on, tells him she hopes it lasts and to leave her alone so she can move on. He lets Amber see Leah before driving her back home.

You can watch the episode here: http://www.mtv.com/videos/teen-mom-being-amber-special/1722811/playlist.jhtml

Do you think Amber has changed post-prison? Guess we'll find out in the future!

Being Catelynn Recap

Welcome to the first recap of the Teen Mom specials! (No I am not recapping "Being Farrah, due to losing too many brain cells just watching it ONCE! haha)

Anyway, the episode starts off with Cate and Ty picking up her sister Sarah from school and the conversation turns awkward when Sarah mentions their cancelled wedding. Tyler storms into the house, irritated by the conversation and the producers try to force Cate to talk about the wedding some more. Later that night, Cate and Ty sit down to talk about it and their pre-wedding goals. Catelynn is frustrated because she's doing all the counseling and he's not. Tyler gets angry by this and kind of talks to her in a jerk-ish way while Cate sobs into some exotic scarf.


"I hope I get to wear this sometime soon!" (This face is priceless)

The next day, Cate picks up her mom, April to go deal with her wedding dress. On the way there, April lights up a cigarette and Cate eats some strange food...as you do. When they get there, Cate wants to try on the wedding gown one more time, even though they haven't set a date. She pays off the dress on a card that she and Ty share, but doesn't care since he's the one who called off the wedding. (If my fiance charged that much on my card, he'd be toast!) Later that night, Cate starts feeling sick and goes to the bathroom to throw up.


"Someday I'll get this crazy man to marry me."

It's time for a speaking engagment, which is what Cate and Ty have been doing for a living. On the way there a producer asks them to turn a light on in their car. They do and make hilarious faces at the camera. At the engagement  Cate and Tyler's families are present and all get emotional watching the prevideo, especially Cate's mom (who, by the way, looks a lot healthier in this special). As they are talking about the adoption decision, Cate mentions that she's trying to get Tyler to marry her when someone asks what the future holds for the couple. (um, awkward) Afterwards, the couple goes to a local bar with friends to take some shots. After a while, Cate and her friend take a smoke break to discuss what she'll do with her wedding dress and how she's been sick the past few days and may be pregnant. (um, if there's a possibility you may be preggers, why are you drinking and smoking??)

The next day, Ty sits Cate down to ask her what's going on. She tells him she hasn't been feeling well and he worries that she may be pregnant. In the meantime, Cate and Ty visit a specialty looking store to shop for Carly's Christmas presents. After goofing around for a while, they find what they want and check out. On the way home, they vent their frustrations about not being able to post pics of Carly on social media, so the next day, they talk with their adoption counselor about it. She thinks that the issue goes deeper than what Cate and Ty think and they should really think about the issue more before talking to Brandon and Teresa.

Later, Ty goes to his mom's house to talk about the Brandon and Teresa situation. His mom and stepdad understand his frustration, but advise him to back off a little. Meanwhile Cate sits Sarah down to have a birds and bees talk. Sarah says she doesn't want to go on the Pill because it messes with her stomach and anything else would make her fat, (um, getting pregnant would make you gain a LOT more weight, just saying) so she's relying on condoms... for now. When Ty gets home, he and Cate head over to her mom's new antique shop called It's All Good (interesting) to talk about her pending divorce from Ty's dad. Ty is in complete support because he knows his dad is an addict and a liar. April is ready to get divorced, but wonders if Ty and Cate will ever get married.

The next day, Cate and Ty receive a letter in the mail from Brandon and Teresa, talking about how grateful they are to have Carly and so on. Then they call and wish them a Merry Christmas and Carly chimes in a few cute words as well. This makes them realize that they are making too big of a deal out of the whole social media pics thing. Later, Cate and her mom go to the pharmacy to purchase a pregnancy test. Cate tells the cashier lady that the test is for her mom (lol). The two head home and Cate takes the test...filming while peeing on the stick. (really MTV, did we need to see that??)

Anyway, we find out that is Cate is not pregnant (think god, but she really needs to get back on birth control) and that she's not going to tell Ty about the scare. Meanwhile, Ty goes over to his mom's house again to talk about his marriage fears. Even though his grandparents got married at 18 and are still together, he worries that their marriage won't last because so many young marriages fall apart. However, the next day, Ty takes Cate on a romantic stroll in the chilly Michigan weather and the cutest scene of all happens. Ty asks for the ring back, then re-proposes,  promising to go to counseling and do the necessary steps it takes to eventually be ready for marriage. The scene ends with them strolling, arm in arm.

You can watch the episode here: ttp://www.mtv.com/videos/teen-mom-being-catelynn-special/1722871/playlist.jhtml

Do you think Catelynn and Tyler will make it? Guess we'll find out!

Teen Mom 2 Recap: Season 5, Episode 5 "You Got Me"

Jenelle Evans: Since Jenelle lives with Nathan now she's making more of an effort to spend time with Jace, so she's taking him to a swimming lesson. Afterwards, Jenelle calls Babs and asks if she can take him overnight, but since he's still sick, she says no. It's nice to see Jenelle make more of an effort to spend time with her kid.

Later, Jenelle talks to Nathan about the swim lesson and how she should have Jace more. That gets them on the conversation of babies. They decide they are going to try for a baby, Nathan adding that they "practice every day" (TMI guys, TMI!!!) Jenelle asks Nathan how she thinks her mom will react to the news and he does the most hilarious Babs impression EVER!!! The two think they're ready for a baby after being together for only two months, so she decides to go off birth control.



"Can't you just be happy for us mom?"

Later, Jenelle and Nathan go out for ice cream with Babs to let her in on the plan. Babs already think Jenelle is pregnant and is relieved when they tell her she's not... until they tell her that they are trying to. Babs tells Jenelle that she is an adult now and she will not be raising another kid... all while Jace is running around the ice cream shop, as you do.



"Have fun takin' cah of ya own kid this time!"



"Why do I have these crazy people for my parents?"

After this, Jenelle meets up with her trashpit friend, the newly fake redhead, Tori to tell her the plan. Even she is worried, which should tell you something Jenelle.



"What has my friend turned into??"

Kailyn Lowry: It's time for Kail to do the most delicious step of wedding planning, the cake taste testing. "Later that day", supposedly, Kail tells Javi that she picked out pumpkin flavored cake and Javi responds with "Yummy". (Lol) Javi also bring along a surprise: keys to their new home. They are happy, but also afraid of getting caught moving without permission and what would happen if the judge says no at the upcoming court hearing.


Kail and Javi's new house.

It's moving day and Kail's in-laws come over to help. Javi's mom asks how the baby is in Spanish and Kail responds with "Lookin' big!" Kail says the move is going to make her go into labor. (That would be interesting...) They arrive at the new house and Kail shows Isaac his new room. He doesn't like it, but he'll get used to it after a while.

Once they've settled in, Kail and Javi talk about the upcoming court date and how Kail hopes this will all be over with before the baby comes.



"When are you going to leave me alone, Jo?"

When Kail goes back to Pennsylvania to get the rest of her stuff, she meets up with her maid of honor to talk about wedding planning and her new life. Kail says she feels 30 because she's married with two kids.

Chelsea Houska: Though Chelsea and Aubree are both doing well in school, Chelsea is ready for a vacay, so they plan a trip to Cali to celebrate her 22nd birthday. Though they don't know what they are going to do, they are excited to get away.


"Where's my bikini shirt, people?"

They arrive in LA, just in time for some tourist shopping. They pick up bikini shirts and rollerblade around town, as you do. Chelsea and Megan end the night with a birthday drink and don't feel like going out because they're "old farts now".



What a typical tourist does in LA...



"I'm too old to party, people!!"

Meanwhile, Adam is meeting up with his trashpit friends at the local bar to discuss his upcoming baby and tells them the story of how he is going to go to court for visitation rights... again.

Leah Calvert: Leah is still adjusting to Jeremy being gone when she finds out that her best friend got married and is moving away. She calls Jeremy to vent, but the conversation turns around to his job. He describes that he sometimes feels physically ill and Leah begins to worry.

Meanwhile, Corey sits down with his dad to talk Ali's condition and how Corey doesn't believe he's in denial because he wants to stay positive. (There's a difference between being positive and straight out in denial, Corey) His dad is glad that he is strong because isn't always.



Later, it's time to say goodbye to Kayla. She and Leah have an emotional moment and Kayla is on her way.



"Don't forget about us Kayla!"

*Photos from okmagazine.com and theashleysrealityroundup.com

You can watch the episode here: http://www.mtv.com/videos/teen-mom-2-season-5-ep-5-you-got-me/1722513/playlist.jhtml

Next Week: Jenelle may be pregnant, Kailyn fights with Jo, Chelsea fights with Adam, and Leah fights with Jeremy.

Teen Mom 2 Recap: Season 2, Episode 4 "Working Overtime"

"You cheesy little Ken Doll!!"

Jenelle Evans: Jenelle and Nathan decide to get a new place of their own instead of crashing at Nathan's pad. Jenelle goes to lunch with Jace and Babs to break the news to them and Jace responds with "Why?" (This kid is a genius already). Jenelle and Babs discuss a new visitation plan and Babs allows her to take Jace overnight.


Jenelle and Nathan's new pad...

Jenelle and Ken Doll (er, I mean Nathan) find a new place and it's time to move in. They have an argument over dog poop and Jenelle unpacks the whole u-haul herself while Nathan cleans it up. They finally settle in the new house and Nathan gives Jenelle a massage.

Babs and Jace visit Jenelle at her and Nathan's new pad. Babs is impressed by the dogs, but Jace wants all new toys. Babs is shocked by how expensive the place is, but since Nathan has good job selling time shares, they're not too worried about that.

Babs and Jace come back over to the pad to discuss visitation with Nathan and Jenelle. She's willing to let her have Jace more now that she's supposedly clean 'n sober. Babs and Nathan both agree that Jenelle is a good girl, but just got with the wrong people (uh, huh. I think it's more than that!!) and that Jenelle has finally grown up.


"Better not spoil this for me Jo!!"

Kailyn Lowry: Kail is back to her signature blonde locks again, and she is preparing to move. Even though Kail hasn't gotten the approval to move with Javi, they are looking for places to live for when they do. Javi calls Kail and tells her that he found a nice place in their price range that is close to base. Kail is worried about what would happen if the judge declines relocation permission, but at this point, they are both worried about what will happen if they continue to live separately.

Kail and Javi go on to look at the house for sale. Even though they are not able to see the inside, they decide to start the process by applying for a loan and hoping for the best, since they are tired of living apart. (Bonus: Javi rubbing Kail's back in this scene was super cute!!)

While Isaac is with Jo playing Power Rangers, Kail meets up with her maid of honor, Peach, to discuss the wedding. The baby is punching Kail's stomach as she tells Peach why she wants a wedding before the baby comes. They also talk about the house and how Kail would have to live with Javi's parents if Jo stopped her from moving.

Kail is anxiously waiting for Javi to come home for the weekend. When he gets home, they talk about how excited they are to possibly own a house and all the stress Kail is under. She is planning to move in with him, even if the court case isn't over yet.


"Noo don't grow up on me!!!"

Chelsea Houska: It's Chelsea's 22nd birthday, but has to celebrate with a test on skincare. She uses her mom for a guinea pig. Chelsea does well on the test and goes to lunch with her mom afterwords to discuss Adam's visitation. She decides to let Adams parents have Aubree overnight so she can get ready for Aubree's upcoming birthday, but doesn't want to discuss visitation with her mom.

In the next scene, we get to see Chelsea reading to Aubree (aww). The rest of the scene is all about Adam and his very preggo girlfriend Taylor discussing their excitement about the new baby. She is due in only two days in they are eating out. (Anyone else think it would be hilarious if her water broke in the restaurant??!!) They also complain about Chelsea and how Taylor should get rights to Aubree just because Adam impregnated her.

Chelsea prepares Aubree for her first day of preschool, but is not quite sure if she's prepared for the big day herself. Chelsea feels old now that she's 22, but Aubree doesn't feel the same. (!) (Seriously, Aubree is the cutest kid...ever)

Adam decides to come with Chelsea to pick up Aubree in a sweet new ride and forgets Chelsea's birthday. (wow...) Aubree immediately reaches out to Adam, probably because she never sees him and he likes to tease her with visitation. Chelsea wants Aubree to be a baby again, but Aubree disagrees.

Since Chelsea has another client test on her birthday, she drops Aubree off with her mom and cousin. They have a little bit of time so she talks to her mom about her frustration over Adam just now pretending to play daddy. Her mom just listens and Chelsea leaves for her test.


"I hope I can handle this mess by myself!"

Leah Calvert: Leah is once again by herself with the kids when Jeremy leaves for a month-long work trip 8 hours away. Her mom comes over to talk about the situation with Ali and what it could mean for their living arrangements. They discuss the difficulties of Ali's diagnosis and Leah's mom gets emotional talking about seeing her daughter hurting.

Corey talks to Miranda about Ali's doctor's appointment and how he doesn't want her to continue testing. He and Miranda both agree that she should have a normal childhood and they must remain optimistic. Miranda seems sweet and like a great step mom. I hope she gets more airtime this season.

While Corey busy keeping a sassy Aleeh away from dangerous cats, Leah calls Jeremy to tell him that they should sell their house. Leah's stepdad comes over and the two discuss the farm Leah's looking at. Her stepdad agrees that they should move to a place that's handicap accessible, but is worried about her moving so far away from family.

Leah and Corey meet up for their exchange and the sisters are fighting again. The parents talk about when the girls should start preschool, which leads to the conversation of Corey still being in denial. Corey believes that he will eventually walk Ali down the isle. I know Corey wants to stay positive for Ali's sake, but he's in for quite a rude awakening.

You can watch the episode here: http://www.mtv.com/videos/teen-mom-2-season-5-ep-4-working-overtime/1722139/playlist.jhtml

Next Week: Jenelle and Nathan talk about starting a family, Kailyn tries to come up with a custody agreement with Jo, Chelsea and Megan take a vacation, and Leah's friend gets married and moves away.