Man with a Plan season 3 episode 7 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

In "Man with a Plan," Adam and Andi's romantic plans are thwarted by their son Teddy's fear of sleeping alone after watching a scary movie. To rekindle their romance, they plan a hotel getaway but are forced to return home early due to Adam's bedbug paranoia. Meanwhile, their daughter Katie disobeys their rule and hosts a party at home. The episode concludes with Adam and Andi resolving their parenting conflicts and agreeing to make joint decisions, while humorously revealing Adam's past perm hairstyle.

Full Episode S03E07 Recap

### Opening Scene: Teddy's Bedtime Issues - The episode opens with Adam preparing for a romantic night with his wife, Andi, but their plans are interrupted by their son, Teddy, who has been sleeping in their bed for two weeks. - Teddy's inability to sleep alone is attributed to watching "Nightmare on Elm Street," a decision Adam now regrets. ### Kitchen Scene: Adam's Frustration and Marcy's Revelation - In the kitchen, Adam struggles with a snack bag, venting his frustration over his disrupted love life. - His friend Lowell learns of Adam's predicament, revealing that Marcy told him after their own intimate moment. Adam's father-in-law, Joe, also knows about the issue. ### Living Room Scene: Adam's Plan for a Hotel Escape - Adam decides to take Andi to a hotel to rekindle their romance. He convinces his father, Joe, to watch the kids, using a hotel gift card as part of his plan. - The hotel chosen is the same one they previously stayed at, which had a bedbug issue. ### Katie's Request and the Parents' Departure - While Adam and Andi prepare to leave, their daughter Katie asks to stay home alone. Adam is against it, but Andi secretly gives Katie permission to have friends over, against Adam's wishes. ### Hotel Scene: Bedbug Paranoia - At the hotel, Adam becomes paranoid about bedbugs, which ruins the mood. They decide to return home, only to find Katie hosting a party. ### Confrontation and Resolution - Adam and Andi confront Katie about the party. She's grounded, but the conflict escalates when Adam learns Andi gave Katie permission. - The parents agree to stop making unilateral decisions (going rogue) regarding their children. ### Conclusion: Adam's Perm and The Couples' Reconciliation - The episode ends with Adam and Andi reconciling and agreeing to make parenting decisions together. Joe and Bev, Adam's parents, reminisce about their own parenting disagreements. - Adam's past with a perm hairstyle is humorously revealed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why has Teddy been sleeping in his parents' bed?

Teddy has been sleeping in his parents' bed due to being scared after watching "Nightmare on Elm Street."

How long has Teddy been sleeping in his parents' bed?

Teddy has been sleeping in his parents' bed for two weeks.

What movie scared Teddy?

"Nightmare on Elm Street" scared Teddy.

Why are Adam and Andi planning a hotel night?

They are planning a hotel night to rekindle their romance, uninterrupted by their children.

What issue concerns Adam at the hotel?

Adam is concerned about potentially encountering bedbugs at the hotel.

Why do Adam and Andi return home early from the hotel?

They return home early due to Adam's bedbug paranoia and discomfort.

What does Katie do against her parents' wishes?

Katie hosts a party at home despite her parents' instruction not to have anyone over.

How does Andi feel about Katie staying home alone?

Andi secretly gives Katie permission to have friends over, contradicting Adam's decision.

What is the consequence of Katie's actions?

Katie is grounded for hosting a party against her parents' instructions.

What parenting agreement do Adam and Andi reach?

They agree to stop making unilateral decisions (going rogue) about their children.

What is the humorous revelation about Adam's past?

It's revealed that Adam had a perm hairstyle in the past.

What is the solution to Teddy's sleeping issue?

As a punishment for Katie, Teddy has to sleep in her room, resolving the issue of him sleeping with his parents.

Who watches the kids while Adam and Andi are at the hotel?

Adam's father, Joe, watches the kids during their hotel stay.

What was the issue with the hotel Adam and Andi chose?

The hotel previously had a bedbug problem, which worries Adam.

How does the episode end?

The episode ends with Adam and Andi reconciling and making peace with their parenting styles.

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