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: Christy deals with an affair involving her married boss, Gabriel, while trying to set a better example for her kids. Where to Watch Legally Mom 1x01 mp4
: Bonnie tracks down Christy at an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting. Their initial interaction is fraught with tension, as Christy blames Bonnie for her difficult upbringing and her own descent into addiction. : The episode establishes Christy’s daily battle to
The pilot was praised for its ability to balance "laugh-out-loud" sitcom humor with the heavy, realistic themes of addiction and generational trauma, a balance that became the show's signature over its eight-season run. Mom 1x01 mp4