Episode 1
Fear Factor
22m
After facing her fear of swimming, Stephanie forces the rest of the family to face their fears as well.
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Directed by Victor GonzalezWritten by Regina Y. Hicks
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Instant Mom
2013TV-PG3 seasons8.2 / 10
Martini Mondays and tequila Tuesdays take a back seat to new step-motherhood when former party girl Stephanie marries Charlie, an older dad with three kids. Becoming an instant mom doesn't come with a rulebook, but it does come with a dose of humor as Stephanie traverses the fine line between being a friend and being a responsible parent.
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Martini Mondays and tequila Tuesdays take a back seat to new step-motherhood when former party girl Stephanie marries Charlie, an older dad with three kids. Becoming an instant mom doesn't come with a rulebook, but it does come with a dose of humor as Stephanie traverses the fine line between being a friend and being a responsible parent.
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Episode 2
Mysteries of Maggie
22m
Aaron learns that Maggie has a secret career as a romance novelist, but when she denies it, the family tries to get her to reveal her secret identity.
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Directed by Sheldon EppsWritten by Glenn Gers
Episode 3
Ship of Fool
22m
When Stephanie tries to teach James and Aaron about selfless generosity, the whole family starts helping Mr. Ebnetter for the wrong reasons.
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Directed by John Fortenberry
Episode 4
No Retreat, No Surrender
22m
Stephanie and Charlie stop punishing Gabby and James for fighting, in hopes that they will work things out by themselves.
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Directed by Neel Keller
Episode 5
Bawamo Shazam
22m
With Gabby and the parents arguing, a smug Maggie takes Gabby for the weekend to straighten her out. When Gabby and Maggie get along surprisingly well, Stephanie must show Gabby the “real” Maggie she grew up with.
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Directed by Shannon FlynnGuest stars Soni Bringas
Episode 6
Driving Ms. Crazy
22m
When a ticket means that Stephanie must ride with Gabby for her to drive, Stephanie begins to get too comfortable with Gabby's friends.
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Basket Case
22m
After Stephanie helps Aaron beat James at a game, Charlie worries that she has upset the balance of power in the family. Gabby gets caught in the middle of a fight between Stephanie and Maggie.
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Turning a Blind Eye
22m
Maggie bribes James and Aaron to pretend to be her younger brothers; Gabby is punished for having Noah over.
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Guest stars Carlos PenaVega
Episode 9
Thumper for President
22m
After being humiliated by a girl at school, James runs against her in an election; Charlie asks Gabby to help him replace a lost wedding wing.
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Guest stars Breanna Yde
Episode 10
Bag Lady
22m
Gabby loans Stephanie's purse to a popular girl, but when it gets ruined, Gabby must scramble to replace it.
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Guest stars Haley Pullos, Vianessa Castaños, Gabrielle Christian, Lila Lucchetti, Jacqueline Georgiou, Lexie Contursi
Episode 11
Off the Hook
22m
James gets a "get out of jail free" card from Stephanie and Charlie and the kids exchange the card among themselves.
Where to watch Instant MomEpisode 12
Jamal in the Family
22m
The Phillips get a visit from their cousin, but Charlie worries he'll be a bad influence on James. Also, Aaron and Maggie help Gabby prepare for a date.
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Guest stars Tyler James Williams, Miles Wood
Episode 13
Friendly Fire
22m
Stephanie asks Aaron to befriend a client's son, not realizing Aaron is terrified of him; Gabby saves Maggie's life.
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Guest stars Kristina Hayes, Carter Hastings
Episode 14
Two Guys and a Gabby
22m
Gabby uses a childhood friend to make Noah jealous; Stephanie tries to correct Aaron when he accidentally calls her "Mom."
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Guest stars Malachi Barton, Uriah Shelton, B.J. Mitchell
Episode 15
Crimes of Fashion
22m
Stephanie helps James lead a student rebellion when the principal cracks down on the dress code; Gabby teaches Charlie how to use social media.
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Guest stars Nelson Franklin, Taylor Locascio
Episode 16
Smarty Bowl
22m
Stephanie needs to get Gabby's help to stay on top of Aaron's homework so that she will not disappoint him.
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Guest stars Olga Aguilar
Episode 17
S-A-Tease
22m
The night before Gabby takes the SATs, a secret about Stephanie is exposed; James and Aaron have a hard time sharing a room.
Where to watch Instant MomEpisode 18
International Incident
22m
James tries to trick Stephanie and Charlie into thinking one of his friends is actually a foreign exchange student.
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Guest stars Guilford Adams, Raymond Ochoa, Harry Van Gorkum
Episode 19
Yoot There It Is
22m
James and Gabby try to make a business out of selling Grandma Maggie's fruit snacks, but when she finds out, she wants a piece of the action.
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Guest stars Sonari Jo, Alexis Wilkins
Episode 20
Walk Like a Boy
22m
After Aaron is brought home by the police, family services must determine whether Stephanie and Charlie are doing a good enough job as parents.
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Guest stars Haley Pullos, Breanna Yde, Julia Cho, John Colella, Kareem J. Grimes
Episode 21
Dollar Sign
22m
Stephanie decides that Gabby needs to get a job and earn money for her car; Maggie and James try to teach the older generations how to speak like teenagers.
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Guest stars Joey Luthman, Bee-Be Smith, Patti Tippo
Episode 22
Bug Out
22m
Stephanie blames the family for Aaron's alleged funk; they try to change their habits for a week but this only results in more trouble.
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Guest stars Haley Pullos, Kareem J. Grimes
Episode 23
Playa Hata
22m
Charlie approves of a boy that Gabby's interested in, which makes her doubt her decision; James finds himself with two girlfriends at the same time.
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Guest stars Matthew Josten, Makayla Lysiak, Brooke D. Singleton
Episode 24
Hourly Rage
22m
Gabby is the group leader for her school project but when Stephanie discovers that she's acting like a tyrant, she gets involved; Stephanie somehow ends up doing all the work.
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Guest stars Carrie Wampler, Joey Luthman, Brandon Tyler Russell
Episode 25
Gone Batty
22m
Gabby finds out that her ex's new girlfriend is using him and tries to expose the truth but everyone thinks she's jealous; Charlie, Aaron and Maggie search for a bat.
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Guest stars Madelaine Petsch, B.J. Mitchell, Lexi DiBenedetto, Lisa Arturo
Episode 26
Ain't Over Till It's Over
22mfinale
Gabby is leaving for college a year early and Stephanie and Charlie consider having a baby; Aaron and James want to live with their mother in Orlando.
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Guest stars Haley Pullos
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
More about Instant Mom
Cast
Tia MowryStephanie Phillips
Michael BoatmanCharlie Phillips
Sydney ParkGabby Phillips
Tylen Jacob WilliamsJames PhillipsDamarr CalhounAaron Phillips
Sheryl Lee RalphMaggie Turner
Malachi BartonTrevor
Uriah SheltonEmmeryCredits
- Created by
- Jessica Butler, Warren Bell
- Written by
- Glenn Gers, Russ Woody, Regina Y. Hicks, Lori Kirkland Baker, Yamara Taylor, Larry Doyle, Annie Levine, Howard Michael Gould, Regina Y. Hicks, Lori Kirkland Baker, Warren Bell, Howard Michael Gould
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 65
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
Nick at NiteUnited States
TV LandUnited States
NickMomUnited States
Kapital EntertainmentUnited States
Nickelodeon ProductionsUnited States
Themes
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