Rule #23: Never Lie To The Kids

Advice author Abby McCarthy realizes she doesn't have all the answers as she struggles with her own divorce.

Rule #174: Never Trust Anyone Who Charges By The Hour

Abby tries to recover from her major meltdown and focus on having a "good divorce" for the kids. Abby has to try and recover from her public breakdown and save the Girlfriends' Guide...brand. Abby and Jake attempt to have a "good divorce" for the sake of the kids. Meanwhile, Lyla's ex-husband exacts revenge for his DUI and Phoebe asks Abby out to dinner.

Rule #47: Always Take Advantage Of Me Time

Abby spends her first night alone without the kids to focus on writing her next book when things take a sudden turn for the worse, sending the ladies on a wild ride through Hollywood. Meanwhile, Jake wants his first night with the kids at his new place to be perfect.

Rule #426: Fantasyland: A Great Place To Visit

Abby starts to date Nate, a married dad with whom she had an emotional affair during her marriage. Max and Ford are honored at the Family Equality Gala and given an award by LGBT activist Adele Northrop.

Rule #21: Leave Childishness To Children

After the disastrous date with Nate, Abby goes on a date with her hot, young pursuer, Will. Meanwhile, Lyla's mother, Annie, comes to Los Angeles to help her make the best impression possible with the visiting caseworker.

Rule #33: When In Doubt, Run Away

A photo shoot for Phoebe’s Infant Fabuleax jewelry line takes the ladies on a trip to Vegas. Abby is cleansing and is determined to work on her next book. Lyla awaits the recommendation of the caseworker in her custody battle.

Rule #67: Don't Kill The Princess

Abby throws a birthday party for her daughter Lilly only to have Jake’s girlfriend, CW actress Becca Riley, show up uninvited. Abby wonders if she's pregnant. . .and entertains what she'd do if she were. Meanwhile, Delia is handling the divorce of Gordon Beech, husband of acclaimed fashion designer Courtney Beech.

Rule #17: Ask The Answer Lady

Abby prepares to pitch her new brand to her agency when Jo, an old friend from college arrives with her blunt, brassy New York attitude. Things get complicated when Jake gets a job directing an episode of Becca’s TV show "Blood Sisters."

Rule #32: F-You, Rob Frumpkis

Abby is asked to write an article about her dating experiences and must go on a whirlwind two-day dating spree. Meanwhile, Jo's daughter arrives from New York, and Delia worries that her affair with Gordon Beech will come back to haunt her.

Rule #3: Don't Stand In The Doorway

Abby's article is released on the Internet just as an earthquake rattles Los Angeles. The mothers at school fume, thinking the article will expose one of their husbands as a philanderer. Meanwhile, Marco gets help with his urban farming business, and Delia makes a stunning discovery.

Rule #46: Keep The Holidays Low Key

Abby hosts an adult "Friendsgiving" dinner with her new boyfriend, but Abby and Jo suspect a spirit has joined the festivities when bizarre occurrences happen around the house. Elsewhere, Delia's father unexpectedly visits.

Rule #92: Don't Do The Crime If You Can't Do The Time

Abby and Jake are finalizing their divorce, but getting along better than ever. Delia is up for partnership at the law firm but her relationship with Gordon Beech threatens her chances.

Rule #101: Know When It's Time To Move On

As Abby gets ready to sign the divorce papers, Jo insists on throwing her a party, while Will wants to take her to Mexico; Jake wants to mark the end of his marriage in an unexpected way; the truth comes out about Phoebe and Kori's past.