Plot Synopsis

In Season 2 of 16 AND PREGNANT, they were moms-to-be. Now, in this series they must face the realities and challenges of life after childbirth: marriage, relationships, family support, adoption, finances, graduating high school, starting college, getting a job, and moving out to create their own families. This series follows four young women: Leah, a former cheerleader and mother of twin girls, reaches out to her daughters' father when one of their babies is developing at a slower rate than her sister; Jenelle, unable to balance life as a mother and a teenager, gives her mother temporary custody of her son and enrolls in college classes; Chelsea, a former high-school softball star, moves into a place of her own with her BFF Aubree, enrolls in beauty school, tries to get her high-school degree online, and continues her tumultuous relationship with Aubree's father, Adam, because she wants her daughter to have a family with both parents in the picture; Kailyn juggles two part-time jobs, a full course load at a community college and raising her boy, Isaac -- all while living in the basement of her baby father's parent's house. TEEN MOM 2 returned for Season 3 on November 12, 2012 at 10pm ET/PT, as the four young mothers take on their biggest challenge yet -- raising children in their terrible twos. From a difficult divorce and an unexpected pregnancy to a young mom working through rehab and increasingly rocky relationships, the dramatic season catches up with Chelsea, Jenelle, Kailyn and Leah. This drama continued into Season 4, which debuted on Monday, February 18, 2013 at 10pm ET/PT, starting only two weeks after the Season 3 finale.

TEEN MOM 2 returned for its fifth season on Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at 10pm ET/PT on MTV, immediately following an all-day marathon (6am-10pm) of encore episodes. Kailyn is excited about her marriage to Javi and the upcoming birth of her second child; however, as she starts to build a life with her new family, the conflicts with her son Isaac's father Joe are far from over, and they continue to battle over custody and visitation rights. Chelsea is eager to begin a new chapter in her life as she starts beauty school, but the moment is bitter sweet as she faces the fact that Aubree is growing up and about to begin pre-school. Leah has her hands full with twins Ali and Aleeah and new baby Addie, and stress levels are heightened when Ali is diagnosed with a rare form of muscular dystrophy, which will likely get worse as she gets older and cause her to rely on a wheelchair. After a short stint in rehab, Jenelle's struggle with addiction continues to impact her decisions and every day is a battle -- her soon to be ex-husband is in jail and she has to make the most difficult decision of her life. On July 16, 2014, TEEN MOM 2 returned for the second half of Season 5, moving to a new night (same time): Wednesdays at 10pm ET/PT on MTV. Jenelle is pregnant with her second child while dealing with her son Jace's developing behavioral problems and overcoming obstacles in her relationship with Nathan as he faces jail time. After buying her first home, Chelsea is eager to create a comfortable life for her and daughter Aubree. Just when she thinks she has everything figured out, The Department of Labor charges Chelsea with violating its protocol, forcing her to put her work life on hold. Leah and Corey continue to tackle co-parenting while coping with their daughter Ali's health issues. Emotions heighten when Ali becomes more aware of her condition and Corey's insurance declines their request for Ali's wheelchair. Now a mother of two, Kailyn is faced with the challenge of keeping her family together as she struggles to raise Isaac and baby Lincoln while her husband Javi is away at work.

TEEN MOM 2 rejoined the journeys of Kailyn, Leah, Jenelle and Chelsea, as these young women continue to raise their kids and witness exciting milestones in their lives, the ups and downs of motherhood prove it is not easy to be a teen mom. In Season 6, Chelsea is happy and in a healthy relationship with her new boyfriend, Cole, who treats her right and is wonderful with her daughter, Aubree. But when her ex, Adam, returns to file for joint custody of Aubree, Chelsea's world and the life she has worked so hard for feels like it will come crashing down at any moment. After Jenelle had her second baby, Kaiser, and moved in with Nathan, she had the stability she has always wanted. But when she gets fed up with her mom Barbara's excuses not to let her see Jace, she decides to pursue regaining full custody of him. Kailyn has an explosive start to the season when Javi sees texts to a guy from school on her phone. Despite couples' counseling, they struggle to keep their marriage together as several arguments over jealousy bring them closer to divorce. Leah is feeling stress from all fronts. Her marriage to Jeremy is already in a fragile state as she tries to move past rumors of cheating and shoulders the weight of taking care of three children on her own. Moreover, her ex, Corey, pushes Leah's limits as he asks for a court-ordered drug test and tries to gain full custody of Ali and Aleeah.

Season 7 of TEEN MOM 2 premiered on Monday, March 21, 2016 at 10pm ET/PT on MTV, as Chelsea, Leah, Jenelle and Kailyn return for a new season. In the season opener, "Here We Go Again," Nathan threatens Jenelle with felony charges; Leah gets sad news about Ali while waiting to hear if she'll lose custody of the twins; and Kailyn tries to rebuild her relationship with Jo but hurts things with Javi. Immediately following the season premiere, MTV debuted the live aftershow at 11pm, featuring surprise guests, instant reactions, live interactions with fans at home, and teases of what to look forward to the rest of the season. MTV premiered the rest of the seventh season of TEEN MOM 2 on Monday, January 2, 2017 at 9pm ET/PT. In the season opener, "Breaking the Wall," Jenelle faces Nathan and his girlfriend in court for her assault trial. Aubree goes dress shopping for Chelsea and Cole's wedding, while Adam airs some frustrations. Jeremy has to leave town, much to Addie and Leah's dismay.

MTV premiered TM2's eighth season on Monday, July 17, 2017 at 9pm ET/PT, as Briana, whose story began on 16 AND PREGNANT and TEEN MOM 3, joins Chelsea, Jenelle, Leah and Kailyn on TEEN MOM 2. Briana has juggled raising five-year-old Nova, while trying to balance a career and a boyfriend. This season, Chelsea and Cole welcome their son, and Jenelle feels like things are looking up after welcoming her daughter. Kailyn is on track to graduate, but an unexpected pregnancy with an on-again-off-again boyfriend weighs her down. Leah begins college, but is forced to juggle the education she wants with raising her girls. In the season opener, "And Then There Were Five," TM2's newest mom, Briana, grapples with an unplanned pregnancy. A sudden move tests Jenelle and David's relationship. Kailyn and Javi finalize their divorce while Leah begins an exciting new chapter. Chelsea prepares for her son's arrival. After a six-month break, TEEN MOM 2 returned with new episodes on Monday, May 7, 2018 at 9pm ET/PT, immediately following a 12-hour marathon (9am-9pm) of encore episodes. In this new episode, "Not to Stir the Pot, But...," Briana reveals surprising news about her and Javi to Leah, which Leah then shares with Kailyn. Jenelle risks losing custody of Kaiser when Nathan's mom makes shocking allegations. Adam is arrested again, forcing Chelsea to rethink visitation.

Season 9 of TEEN MOM 2 premiered on Monday, January 14, 2019 at 9pm ET/PT on MTV, immediately following a 10-hour marathon (11am-9pm) of encore episodes. In the season opener, "Dot Dot Dot," Kailyn comes face to face with Javi's pregnant girlfriend. Chelsea prepares Aubree for her first visit with Adam at the center. Briana tells DeVoin to move out. Leah has a new boyfriend. Jenelle and Nathan square off in court. After a three-month break, TEEN MOM 2 returned with new Season 9 episodes on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at 8pm ET/PT on MTV, immediately following an all-day marathon (7am-8pm) of encore episodes. Jade Cline replaces Jenelle on the cast, beginning with this new batch of episodes. In the mid-season premiere, "Hey Girl Hey," Jade joins the cast but trust issues threaten an important anniversary with Sean; Briana allows Devoin to take Nova for the weekend; Leah and Jeremy get flirty in New York.

MTV premiered the tenth season of TEEN MOM 2 on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at 8pm ET/PT on MTV, immediately following an all-day marathon (7am-8pm) of encore episodes. In the season opener, "New Season, Old Wounds," Briana, frustrated by Luis' absence, tracks him down at a nightclub. After a major fight with her mom, things get even worse for Jade at Kloie's birthday party. Jeremy starts drama with Corey, putting Leah in the middle. After a four-month break, TEEN MOM 2 returned with new episodes on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at 8pm ET/PT on MTV. In the spring premiere, "Spring Has Sprung," TM2's newest mom, Ashley, takes an anniversary trip with her boyfriend, Bar, who's got a big surprise. Leah receives life altering news about her health. After moving back to Dover, Kail says goodbye to her old house and bittersweet memories.
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Season 11 of TEEN MOM 2 debuted on Monday, March 8, 2022 at 8pm ET/PT on MTV. This season, Ashley, Briana, Jade, Kail and Leah navigate evolving stages of parenting, family dynamics, careers and love lives. Through their highs and lows they've learned that motherhood is doing what's best for their kids, which comes at no easy cost. From new relationships and break-ups to lawsuits and recovery, this season is full of surprises not to be missed. In the season opener, "Bless This Mess," Kail files a lawsuit against Briana while Leah meets a new love interest. Sean hits a crossroads in his sobriety as Jade struggles in their relationship. After a low key wedding, Ashley and Bar hit the rocks and she considers ending things for good.