Kody Brown and Janelle Brown faced a heated argument on the latest episode of Sister Wives regarding their parenting and relationship with their kids. The discussion about Christmas plans quickly turned into a disagreement, with Janelle highlighting the ongoing issues between Kody and their sons Gabe, 21, and Garrison, 24. Janelle expressed her concern that there has been no progress in resolving the situation, as neither party has made any effort to reach out to the other. During the conversation, Janelle also mentioned that the family had to make alternate Christmas plans due to Kody’s “stipulations.” She made it clear that Kody should take responsibility for contacting their sons and not put the burden solely on her. Janelle expressed surprise that Kody felt it was her duty to facilitate his relationship with their children, when he is a parent just like her. Stay updated on the latest news and stories by subscribing to PEOPLE’s daily newsletter.
Janelle Brown, one of the Sister Wives, recently revealed that she cannot have a “full relationship” with Kody if he remains estranged from their sons. During a conversation between the two, Kody accused Janelle of not supporting his COVID-19 regulations for the family, to which Janelle argued that she was protecting her children. Kody then told her that parents should be united and that she should support what he’s doing. The argument escalated when Janelle accused Kody of gaslighting her and manipulating her. The conversation ended with Kody challenging Janelle to tell the world how he has wronged her.
In a recent episode of the reality TV show, Kody Brown expressed his frustration with constantly having to put in effort to keep his family together, comparing himself to Atlas carrying the weight of the world. Janelle Brown felt like Kody was pushing her away, and he accused her of never being a team player. When asked why she co-parented more with Christine Brown, Janelle calmly pointed out that Kody was never available. Kody denied this and accused Janelle of making excuses and playing favorites.
Janelle and Kody Brown were seen arguing on TLC, and the heated exchange came to a head when Kody declared that co-parenting between them was impossible, and walked out while Janelle yelled an expletive at him. In her confessional, Janelle expressed how they threw accusations at each other and the situation left her feeling upset and worried for herself. She further revealed that it took her around half an hour to process the conversation’s shock before calling Kody to tell him to come and collect his belongings because he was no longer welcome in their home.