Season pulse
Episodes
22 episodes
Fits & Starts
Maya remarries, Toni demands a divorce, Lynn gets engaged and Joan freaks out. After a passionate reunion, Maya asks Darnell, "Now what?" The pillow talk is even more delicate at Joan's place. Having wound up in bed with William, Joan is unable to relax and consummate their On-again, off-again romance. William fears her reticence is "physical proof we don't belong together."
Odds & Ends
Maya learns love isn't easier the second time around, Their Vegas honeymoon is supposed to be romantic, yet Maya and Darnell gɛt into an argument that causes Maya to leave in a huff. Back in L.A., Lynn Vows to call off her engagement to Jennifer.
And Nanny Makes Three
Todd takes action when Toni has difficulty handling her motherly duties. Meanwhile, Joan becomes fed up with her friends' freeloading at the J-Spot.
Latching on and Lashing Out
Darnell moves into the apartment across from Maya as they deal with control issues. Toni begins breastfeeding to help her case with Todd.
Judging Edward
William heads home for his mother's operation and faces childhood memories along with his emotionally distant father.
Everything Old Is New Again
Considering a return to her legal career, Joan interviews at a law firm, where one of the partners — a much older man — pursues her.
Trial and Errors
Todd takes the custody battle to court with a mountain of evidence against Toni. Meanwhile, William starts seeing a much younger woman.
Hot Girl on Girl Action
The girls interfere when William tries to take things to the next level with his new girlfriend. Meanwhile, Lynn and Jennifer prepare to go all the way.
Sleeping Dogs
Joan gets set up with Darnell's friend and learns a piece of information about Darnell that rocks the boat between him and Maya. Katt Williams guests.
My Business, Not Your Business
When Joan decides to shut down the J-Spot, the restaurant starts bringing in money when William flips it into a sports bar.
All God's Children
With Morgan celebrating his first Christmas and Hanukkah, the pressure is on Todd and Toni to figure out his religious upbringing.
The Music in Me
With Lynn in a deep funk, the girls try to help her reignite her passion for music.
The It Girl
The J-Spot attracts the attention of a journalist who gives Joan a huge career look. Lynn shares her original compositions. Wayne Brady guest stars.
Work in Progress
After Maya covers the bill for a pricey dinner, Darnell decides to pursue his dream career. William makes a mess when he pitches in with repairs.
Oh Hell Yes: The Seminar
Maya hosts a seminar where the girls participate in a panel and one of the attendees begs Toni to be her mentor. Kelly Rowland guest stars.
Game Over
Joan and Toni fight when Toni claims Joan's good fortune has made her a bad friend. Williams learns how to play video games.
I'll Be There for You... but Not Right Now
Toni struggles to juggle her career, the custody battle, dating and motherhood as Joan keeps blowing off plans with William for star-studded events.
The Game
Melanie becomes jealous when Derwin hires a sexy image consultant who appears to be more than willing to do anything he asks. Joan worries whether Melanie will be able to balance medical school with life in the NFL.
It's Raining Men
As Joan dates three men all at once, William reconnects with an ex.
I Don't Wanna Be a Player No More
Joan cuts loose two of the men she's dating when she develops feelings for an NBA player. A traumatic event lands Toni behind bars.
Party Over Here
When Maya moves into her new place, Joan ditches the housewarming for an A-list party. Toni and Todd try to come to a settlement.
...Ain't Nothing Over There
A series of unfortunate events prevents Joan from being there for Toni (again) as the custody hearing takes a surprising turn.