What is Teen Mom OG about?

Teen Mom OG, formerly referred to simply as Teen Mom before its rebranding in the fifth season, is an American reality television series aired by MTV. As the first spin-off from the successful series 16 and Pregnant, the show follows the journey of several teenage mothers from the original series as they delve deeper into the trials and tribulations of raising children at a young age. The program originally featured Maci Bookout (now McKinney), Catelynn Lowell (now Baltierra), Amber Portwood, and Farrah Abraham. The series structure is documentary-style, with episodes frequently intertwining the personal narratives of the cast to provide a comprehensive look into their lives, capturing moments of conflict, triumph, and transformation. Over time, cast changes have occurred, with notable additions including Cheyenne Floyd and briefly, Bristol Palin. Teen Mom OG delves beyond the surface of teen pregnancy and early motherhood, addressing significant issues such as marriage, the complexities of family support systems, the adoption process, and the balancing act of pursuing education and career goals while parenting. Launched on December 8, 2009, the series initially ran for four seasons before taking a hiatus and returning on March 23, 2015, continuing to share the evolving stories of its original and new cast members alike.

The first episode of Teen Mom OG aired on December 08, 2009 and the most recent episode to air was on December 07, 2021.