Other Side of the Fence

Another year has flown by for Kate and her adorable kids. The little ones are turning six, and Kate's planning a special birthday filled with exciting celebrations. Will she be able to keep it a surprise or will she crack under the pressure?

The Johnston family is expanding! After having two biological children and adopting three children, it’s now time to add… a bunch of chickens! While Trent builds a chicken coop, Amber takes Alex and Emma to their first karate class.

The Johnston family is expanding! After having two biological children and adopting three children, it’s now time to add… a bunch of chickens! While Trent builds a chicken coop, Amber takes Alex and Emma to their first karate class.

There is a dilemma whether to purchase living room furniture or a brand new TV in the midst of renovation. Meanwhile, Jonah tries out for the high school soccer team.

The family takes a break from their fixer-upper and goes on a ski trip, but when Trent is diagnosed with pneumonia it’s up to Amber to keep the vacation on track.

Trent and Amber continue to keep the spark alive in their marriage especially on Valentine’s Day when they go out for dinner and dancing. Later, Trent has a very special Valentine’s Day surprise for Amber waiting at home.

Amber hits her breaking point with their dysfunctional kitchen. The kids plan a surprise birthday dinner for Trent and Amber, while Trent trains for a Fun Run.

With Easter around the corner & the pressure to complete their kitchen renovation before entertaining guests, this may prove to be too much for Trent and Amber to handle. A project ends disastrously & the family reels after Amber is caught in a fire.

The Johnston family answers viewers’ burning questions! From their personal stories to behind-the-scenes footage, they will tackle it all. We will showcase never-before-seen footage, favorite moments, and the family’s personal home movies.

After Trent attempts to highlight Amber's hair, she realizes that it's time for a professional makeover. Meanwhile, Alex is suffering back pain and meets with doctors to determine if he needs surgery.

It’s the last day of school and all are excited except Alex, who has a crush on his teacher. To stave off summer boredom, Trent and Amber take the kids on a vacation, but Jonah’s attitude threatens to ruin everyone’s fun.

The Johnstons bathroom renovation leads to extra stress on both the family dynamics and Trent and Amber’s relationship. Meanwhile, Emma has signed up for cheerleading camp. Will she be able to overcome her shyness in time for the performance?

Summers in Georgia are miserably hot, but when the Johnstons are invited to a pool party, Amber knows some of the family needs swimming lessons. Alex and Emma take lessons, but Trent insists he knows how to swim, despite Amber’s doubts. 

The Johnston’s van has 300,000 miles, no air conditioning & no one in the family wants to ride in it. After a miserable trip to pick peaches, everyone decides it’s time to say goodbye. Emma is turning ten and she gets to have a roller skating party!

Alex’s routine MRI on his back turns serious when he stops breathing while under sedation, which terrifies Amber. Meanwhile, the family disagrees on whether or not they should adopt goats.

Amber’s biological dad plans to visit for the first time in five years, and Amber is nervous. The family plans on having a yard sale, but Trent is too nostalgic and doesn’t want to sell anything.