“Boys’ Day Out”- Premiered June 23rd, 2008 on TLC
Jon and Kate often note that the boys in the family are outnumbered by the girls. In this episode, Jon takes the boys to the golf course for a day of sporty fun! As the guys tee off, Kate and the girls head to the grocery store to get supplies for their favorite snack – Monkey Munch! Find out if the boys can master the game of golf at the ripe age of three, and if they miss spending time with their sisterly counterparts!
“Korean Dinner”- Premiered July 14th, 2008 on TLC
The Gosselin kids are growing up quickly, and it’s time they learned about their background. In this episode, Jon decides to teach his children about their heritage by cooking a delicious, traditional Korean meal for the whole family! He even takes them to the Asian Market and teaches them about Korean food as he shops for the perfect ingredients for his Grandmother’s Korean recipe. Learn all about Korean food with the Gosselin kids and watch as the Gosselin kids react to this new food, which is part of their roots.
Hour-long special “Girls’ Day Out”- Premiered July 30th, 2008 on TLC
The boys had their day of fun when they went to the golf course with Daddy, and now it’s the girls’ turn to spend a day out with Mommy. In this episode, Kate treats the girls to a day of painting and fun at a pottery painting studio! In the meantime, Jon goes to the gym and brings the boys along for a lesson in healthy exercise. Check out how Kate and the girls do with their creative projects and if the boys had a good workout!
“Sextuplets Turn 4!”- Premiered July 7th, 2008 on TLC
What would be an ordinary lazy Sunday in the Gosselin home is a celebratory day for the Gosselin family as they celebrate the sextuplets’ fourth birthday! In this episode, Jon and Kate take the kids to a local bakery to personally decorate their very own birthday cupcakes. The only problem is Mommy and Daddy won’t let them eat their special treats until after dinner! Now as four-year olds, will the sextuplets be able to exercise patience or will their love for a sweet birthday treat get the best of them?
“Embarrassing & Favorite Moments”- Premiered July 21st, 2008 on TLC
With eight kids and over 50 episodes under their belt, Jon and Kate have plenty of classic moments to recount. In this episode, they cover both their favorite and most embarrassing moments. Share a laugh with Jon and Kate as they discuss their favorite instances with each child. They also delve into some occurrences that they wish had never been caught on tape! But as usual, they are thrilled to share their life - good or bad - with the world!
“More Viewer FAQs”- Premiered September 29th on TLC
After three years on camera, viewers are still full of curiosity and awe at how Jon and Kate do what they do each day. In this episode, viewers continue to flood Jon and Kate’s inbox with questions about how they make life with eight kids as normal as possible. Jon and Kate sit down and go through some of the most interesting and entertaining emails that viewers have sent and answer their questions.
“Sunny Day”- Premiered July 28th, 2008 on TLC
The Gosselin kids get a treat when they visit Sesame Place, and are personally greeted by Elmo, Big Bird and other furry characters from the childhood television staple, Sesame Street! In this episode, they tour the set of Elmo's World where Elmo plays with them and gives them lot of hugs and kisses. Also, the Gosselin family learns a new meaning to the phrase “Sunny Days” when the intense heat of this summer day creates the temptation for major meltdowns. How will the whole family hold up under the heat?
“All Aboard”- Premiered August 4th, 2008on TLC
Every child’s favorite tank engine stops in for a visit in near the Gosselin household, prompting Jon and Kate to take their Thomas the Train-loving kids to see him. Jon and Kate now face the issue of trying to please differing age and gender groups. Will the girls have fun interacting with Thomas too or are trains more of boy thing? Also in this episode, Kate deals with the reality of how recognizable their family has become to the public and the newfound stress that comes from family outings like this.
“Kate’s Labor Day ”- Premiered September 1st, 2008on TLC
At the ripe age of four, the sextuplets wonder where they came from and how they got a start in this big world. Jon and Kate decide to show them the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) where they spent their first several weeks. They meet the doctors and nurses who were there on their birthday. They’ll even get to have a sleepover in the condo that Mommy and Daddy lived in during their stay in the NICU!
"Heading South"- Premiered August 11th, 2008 on TLC
In this episode, Jon and Kate pack up the kids and head south for a speaking engagement and a trip to a nearby beach. Along the way, they take a few detours and look at property as they've often discussed moving somewhere warmer. Is this just wishful thinking or could their explorations lead to a big move? And how will the sextuplets handle the long car trip now that they’re a little older?
Hour-long special “Beach Trip"- Premiered August 8th, 2008 on TLC
When the sextuplets were three years old, Jon and Kate introduced them to the beach, which proved to be a cold, windy, and sandy disaster of a day. In this episode, Jon and Kate brave the beach again with the hope that they will get smiles and laughter instead of whining and tears. Also in this episode, Kate finally lets the kids get messy when they finger-paint and body-paint each other with chocolate and vanilla pudding! But the kids don’t just get messy; they also get wet when Jon and Kate enroll them in swim lessons.
“Wild Horses"- Premiered August 11th, 2008 on TLC
As part of their trip to the South, the Gosselins explore when they take several unique tours. In this episode, Jon and Kate engage the curiosity of their animal-loving children and take them on an open Jeep tour which follows the wild horses dwelling along the coastal beaches. Also in this episode, as the family climbs to the top of a real lighthouse, some family members discover a fear of heights. Who will make it to the top?
Hour-long special “July 4th Celebrations "- Premiered August 25th, 2008 on TLC
On this Independence Day, Jon and Kate celebrate with yummy food, fun and fireworks. The girls get their hair braided and wrapped with colorful thread, which turns out to be more trouble than it’s worth. Also in this episode, Kate and the kids make a patriotic cake that looks like the American flag to enjoy after their big seafood dinner. The kids get to play with sparklers for the first time and finish the day off with watching fireworks by a lighthouse!
“Picture Perfect "- Premiered October 6th, 2008 on TLC
Good Housekeeping recently asked Jon and Kate plus their eight to be on the cover of the November issue, which proves to be more challenging than originally anticipated. This episode follows a two-day photo shoot at the Gosselins’ home. With more than 35 people on the premises, how will the family handle the sudden influx of so many people? Will Good Housekeeping be able to get the perfect cover with such an active and large family as the subject?
“Sight & Sound"- Premiered September 15th, 2008 on TLC
In this episode, Jon and Kate take the kids on one of their favorite educational outings. At the nationally known Sight and Sound Theatre, the kids learn about the story of Adam and Eve by watching an interactive play. The production features brilliant set and sound design with live actors and animals. After the show, the kids are in for a special surprise when they get to go on stage themselves and pet all the animals! It’s a day of creative learning and fun for the Gosselin family.
“Backyard Campout"- Premiered Semptember 8th, 2008 on TLC
Jon and Kate decide to mix it up and go camping in their own back yard! In this episode, they must take the kids to a local sporting goods store to pick out their own sleeping bag and lantern and get enough tents for a family of ten! Everyone is ready and excited about smores and sleeping outdoors until the finicky weather threatens to cancel the nighttime adventure. Will rain clouds ruin the plans for marshmallow roasting and outdoor fun or will the Gosselins be able to have a true backyard campout?
“Hawaii, Here We Come"- Premiered October 27th, 2008 on TLC
Jon and Kate are heading west, far west and they're bringing all eight kids along to see the beauty of Hawaii and to be a part of their vow renewal! But before they leave for the land of sun, there's much to be done! The couple must prepare for the farthest trip West their family has ever taken. In addition to packing for a family ten, Kate must also find the perfect dress for the renewal of vows ceremony.
Hour-long special “Legos & Safaris"- Premiered November 3rd, 2008 on TLC
En route to Hawaii for fun and the special renewal of vows ceremony, the Gosselins touch down in San Diego, California for a few days to explore and minimize the stress of the long trip to Hawaii. Jon and Kate take the kids to Legoland, a huge theme park built around the childhood staple toy, Legos! The park is filled with exciting rides, live shows, and thematic dining. The Gosselins also embark on a safari at the nationally renowned Wild Animal Park within the San Diego Zoo. With so many animal-loving children, the Gosselins are guaranteed to have a wildlife adventure!
Hour-long special “Leis & Luaus "- Premiered November 11th, 2008 on TLC
After several days of travel, the Gosselins finally arrive in Hawaii, and they are ready to discover the reputed beauty of the 50th American state. The Gosselins learn about Hawaiian culture through private lei making and hula lessons, Hawaiian cooking classes and participating in a traditional Grand Luau. Additionally, the family continues to practice their new-founded swimming skills when they go snorkeling in the Pacific Ocean!
Hour-long special “For Better or Worse"- Premiered November 17th, 2008 on TLC
After almost ten years of marriage, the Gosselin family has expanded from two to ten! Jon and Kate prove that they are more committed than ever to each other and their unique life together as parents of multiples. Kate meets with the wedding planner to finalize the special day and the rest of the family prepares for the wedding vow renewal ceremony and catches up with Jon's side of the family. You are cordially invited to attend Jon and Kate's special day in Hawaii!
“Mr. Mom "- Premiered October 13th, 2008 on TLC
When Kate heads out of town for a few days, Jon must carry the load for the both of them! Acting as two parents, Jon finds himself challenged by things that he never considered before such as how to get eight kids to school on time! While Kate’s away, Jon gets to do things his way, but will he be able to survive without Kate’s help or will he come out of this experience with a new-found appreciation for his wife?
“Back to School "- Premiered October 13th, 2008 on TLC
After a fun-filled summer, the Gosselins are back to normal life. As usual, Jon and Kate prepare for the twins to head back to school, but this year they also must prepare as the sextuplets' start their first year of pre-school! There's a lot to do as they ready all eight kids to head to school for the first time in Gosselin history! Will Jon and Kate be able to keep up with all there is to be done?
“Soup and a Surprise! "- Premiered December 15, 2008 on TLC
With such a large family, Jon and Kate always strive for economical planning. Kate often sets aside a whole day to make multiple meals that she can freeze and use in the future. On this day, she plans to make lots of soup for the upcoming winter season, but the day doesn’t quite go as she expected. Additionally, Jon and Kate have some exciting news to share with the kids that will affect the whole family!
“Yard Sale"- Premiered November 24th, 2008 on TLC
When the Gosselins expanded from a family of four to a family of ten, it's no surprise that the amount of stuff they needed multiplied as well. Jon and Kate have realized how much they've accumulated over the last four years and have decided it's time to clean house and hold a Gosselin-sized yard sale! From strollers to toys to clothes and shoes, Jon and Kate aim to sell everything and give all the proceeds to a charitable cause, since so much was given to them years ago. Will the sentimental value make it hard for Jon and Kate to let go of certain items?
“Baseball Game with Daddy"- Premiered December 20th, 2008 on TLC
It's a day of ballpark fun when the Gosselins are invited to a Phillies game by the manager. Jon takes the boys and Cara to see their first baseball game. After the game, the fun's not over yet. They get to run around the bases, meet the mascot and even meet one of the players! The Phillies also give the Gosselin kids a special treat making the evening a homerun!
“Twins Play Mommy"- Premiered December 8th, 2008 on TLC
The twins are excited when Jon and Kate give them an opportunity to be a mommy to the sextuplets for an entire day. But as they try to guide, feed, and instruct their younger siblings, they soon learn that the grass isn’t always greener on the other side. Can Mady and Cara work together and keep the little kids under control, or will there be chaos and meltdowns from both sides? Find out what happens when 2 eight year-olds attempt to parent 6 four year-olds!
“It’s a Book!"- Premiered December 1st, 2008 on TLC
The entire Gosselin clan heads to New York City for the day, embarking on a press tour to promote their new book. After a busy morning of appearances on several well-known talk shows, Jon and Kate decide to take advantage of their location and show the kids a little bit of the Big Apple with a carriage ride through Central Park. How will the kids do on such a busy day? And will the long bus ride home bring welcomed naps or unfortunate meltdowns?
Hour-long special “Giving Back"- Premiered December 15th, 2008 on TLC
Jon and Kate often express their appreciation for how fortunate they are to have all their needs met, so this holiday season they want to give back to others who are not as fortunate. The whole family will take an extraordinary journey to Memphis, TN to visit the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, where they will distribute holiday gifts to the patients. Jon and Kate hope that their children will not only learn the importance of helping others, but will also see just how gratifying it can be to give back.
Hour-long special “All You Wanted to Know"- Premiered January 19th, 2009 on TLC
For years viewers have watched and marveled as Jon & Kate have raised their adorable brood. Through online submissions and video uploads, hundreds of viewers have inquired about Jon and Kate. Jon and Kate sit down, prepared to answer all about their family, their children, and their extraordinary life as the parents of eight kids under the age of eight. It’s all you wanted to know and more!
“The Big Move "- Premiered February 2nd, 2009 on TLC
It’s the day Jon and Kate have been anticipating – Moving Day! After lots of planning and preparation, the Gosselin clan finally packs up and moves to a more spacious home. Jon and Kate say goodbye to the house where their children spent most of their young lives, and the family embarks on a new chapter of life. But they must first get there. Can they pull off such a large move with little conflict, or will the immensity of moving a family of ten increase the usual stress and frustration associated with moving?
Hour-long special “Giving Back"- Premiered December 15th, 2008 on TLC
Jon and Kate often express their appreciation for how fortunate they are to have all their needs met, so this holiday season they want to give back to others who are not as fortunate. The whole family will take an extraordinary journey to Memphis, TN to visit the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, where they will distribute holiday gifts to the patients. Jon and Kate hope that their children will not only learn the importance of helping others, but will also see just how gratifying it can be to give back.
“The New House"- Premiered January 26th, 2009 on TLC
Jon and Kate have long desired to find a home that fits the needs and space of their extraordinarily large family. That day has finally come, and they’re ready to show the new house to all eight kids for the first time! After hearing about the new house, the eager Gosselin kids get to see what their soon-to-be new home looks like before moving day, but will they share the same enthusiasm for the new house as Jon and Kate?
“Walk in the Woods"- Premiered February 9th, 2009 on TLC
After a recent move and lots of unpacking, the Gosselin kids decide to get some fresh air and get out of the house! While Kate’s away in the Big Apple, Jon and the kids set out to explore and hike in the woods near their new house. With walking sticks in hand, they’re off for an outdoor adventure! But are all the kids inclined to enjoy the great outdoors or will there be inevitable meltdowns?
“All Smiles "- Premiered January 12th, 2009 on TLC
As the Gosselin kids are getting older, it’s time for more checkups. The little ones visit the dentist for another cleaning and check up, but will they all remain calm in the chair or will there be a repeat of prior checkups? Also, Mady and Cara visit the orthodontist for the first time to find out if they will both need braces.
“Home Sweet "- Premiered February 16th, 2009on TLC
Jon & Kate have successfully moved themselves and their brood to a new, more spacious house. Although the big move is over, there’s lots of work to be done! As they begin to transform a new house into their new home, the kids play and explore the new property. Jon & Kate also set out to choose tile for the basement, but will they be able to agree, or will it the outing result in a Gosselin-sized argument?
“Selling the Old House"- Premiered March 3rd, 2009 on TLC
The Gosselins have settled in their new home, but they head back to the old house to tie up some loose ends and prepare it to be put on the market. From moving extra boxes to meeting with the realtor, the Gosselins are ready to sell the old house. As the family visits the old house for the last time, will they find that absence makes the heart grow fonder, or that their newest house is the home they’ve always wanted?
“New Puppies "- Premiered February 23rd, 2009 on TLC
Now that the Gosselins live in a more spacious home, Jon and Kate have agreed that it’s time to expand their already large family. To the delight of the Gosselin children, the whole family sets out to get two new puppies! What breed of puppies will they choose? While the kids enjoy playing with the newest family members, how will Kate handle the additional stress that comes with raising new puppies?
“Jon & Cara Go Skiing"- Premiered March 16th, 2009 on TLC
The Gosselins had more tears than smiles to share the first time the Gosselin family went skiing together. A year later, the Gosselin family has learned from their experiences. Jon and Cara head out to Utah to experience some more winter fun on the slopes, while Kate wisely hangs back with the rest of the clan. But how will Kate deal with taking care of seven children all on her own?