Sister Wives — Season 3
19 episodesFirst aired 13 May 2012
The twenty one episode season mainly dealt with the family's inability to be a cohesive unit while living in four separate homes. Meri explains more about the infertility problems she has experienced, while Christine discloses more on her jealousy of Robyn. The season returned from hiatus on November 18, 2012, to the Brown family still discussing their options into moving their family onto one property, and invest in a cul-de-sac where they can build four homes. It is more evident this season that living in separate homes is tearing the family apart. Towards the end of the season, the family plans a three-day trip to Nauvoo, Illinois, the birthplace of American polygamy. In the last episode on December 30, 2012, the family also deals with the upcoming departure to college of the eldest Brown child, Logan.
E1Sister Wives Separated
May 201242m
It's the Browns' first Christmas in Vegas and the wives are separated in four rental homes. Desperate to get the family back together, Kody has his hands full chopping down a Christmas tree and finding the home that will bring them altogether again.
- E2
Polygamist Date Night
May 201221m
Date Night is important in a plural marriage and Kody needs to bring his A-game to keep his wives happy. From hitting the slopes to releasing pent up aggression shooting paintballs, all four wives are expecting Kody to bring the magic and some romance.
- E3
Brutal Honesty
May 201221m
As the Sister Wives prepare for Kody's birthday, Christine tries to reconcile with Robyn by opening up about the problems she's had since Robyn joined the family. How will Robyn handle this brutally honest conversation?
- E4
You Asked, Browns Answered
May 201243m
Everyone has questions about Polygamy. Today the Browns answer the toughest questions submitted by viewers. From Contraception and gay children to Kody's favorite and least favorite traits of each wife, nothing is held back.
- E5
Infertility & Nesting
Jun 201244m
The Browns apply for separate mortgages as they dream of getting their family into adjacent homes. Meanwhile, Janelle is still determined to open a gym, but will Kody support her plan? Later, Meri discloses the details of her past fertility problems.
- E6
4 Wives, 4 Valentines
Jun 201222m
What's the most awkward day of the year for a Polygamist? Valentine's Day! And how do the Browns handle monogamy's biggest holiday of love? This year, Kody takes his young daughters to a daddy-daughter Valentine's dance at their school.
- E7
Brown Boys Do Vegas
Jun 201221m
The Brown brothers are coming to town! Kody ditches his four wives for his three brothers as they hit up the city of sin. They're cruising on motorcycles, hanging out at a biker bar, and shooting guns.
- E8
No Place Like Home
Jun 201221m
Logan, Mariah, Madison, and Hunter head back to Utah to visit their family and friends, but more importantly, to visit the happy home they left behind. How will they feel about being back and will they have any resentment or regrets since leaving?
- E9
Meri's Baby Decision
Jun 201243m
Kody makes good on his promise to Meri escaping to Mexico for a romantic getaway. They climb ancient temples and swim with dolphins But despite all the romance, the conversation turns serious when Kody asks Meri about Robyn's offer of surrogacy.
- E10
Brown Family Confessions
Jun 201222m
The Brown family is bringing it home! The Browns invite viewers into their home to answer more in depth questions about their plural marriage lifestyle. But this time, they invite their teenagers to join the discussion.
- E11
Leaving the Nest
Jun 201222m
As high school graduation nears, Logan finally decides on which college he will attend. Meanwhile, Kody and the wives are on the verge of fulfilling their dream of bringing the family back together. Will they finally make their dream come true?
- E12
Polygamist Debt Threat
Nov 201243m
Desperate to get their family back together, the Browns put money down to hold land in order to build homes altogether on one cul-de-sac. But the shockingly bad credit of one wife could hold back the entire family.
- E13
Kody Begs For an Answer
Nov 2012
The teachers are in for a big surprise when Kody and the wives all attend Parent/Teacher conferences for their kids. Later, Logan graduates from college, but not without some family mayhem. And Kody demands an answer from Meri about having another baby.
- E14
More Sister Wives!
Dec 2012
The Browns plan a vacation with their polygamist friends, the Dargers as they headi to the beach for some polygamist fun in the sun. For the first time we'll meet another polygamist family and discover how they're the same, or different from the Browns.
- E15
Polygamist Cults
Dec 2012
The dark side of polygamy is uncovered when the Brown teenagers volunteer for an organization that helps people escape from abusive polygamist families.
- E16
Mourning the Loss
Dec 2012
Tensions rise as the Sister Wives fight for the bonus features they want for each house. Who stays in budget and who goes way over? Later, the Brown family digs deep when the family pet is ailing. A compromise leaves them all in tears.
- E17
Confronting Failure
Dec 2012
With the Sister Wives living separately for over a year now, the Brown family structure is falling apart. After stressing out over finances, the wives try hard to start a web business, and Christine makes another attempt to pass her real estate exam.
- E18
Polygamist Pilgrimage Into the Past
Dec 2012
The wives plan a dream pilgrimage across country to Nauvoo Illinois, the birthplace of American polygamy. But the three-day road trip turns into much more than they bargained for as tempers start to flair and relationships get tested.
- E19
Hard to Say Goodbye
Dec 2012
As the Browns prepare a proper send-off for Logan's graduation, Kody and the wives push hard to get moved into their new homes before Christmas. Will all the pressures of moving and decorating for the holidays get the better of them?
