Another year has flown by for Kate and her adorable kids. The little ones are turning six, and Kate's planning a special birthday filled with exciting celebrations. But shhh, it's a surprise! For the first time, Kate faces planning and feeding all 8 kids on her own. Will she be able to keep it a surprise or will she crack under the pressure of single-motherhood? And how will the kids react when Kate reveals the surprise?

Spouting the mantra of Kate Clean Slate, the newly single Kate Gosselin has already become a new woman in a matter of months. After the abrupt ending of Jon and Kate Plus 8, a lot happened quickly for the famed mom of eight. From hair makeovers to single-motherhood to Dancing with the Stars and press tours, this episode provides a unique, behind-the-scenes glimpse into the daily life of Kate Gosselin -- the single-mother, entrepreneur, best-selling author, dance partner and friend. With input and special guest interviews from those who know Kate best, find out exactly what this mother of eight has been up to in the recent months, what makes her tick and what's truly driving her ambitions.

The ever-organized Kate plans to tackle some much needed projects around the house and create a manual for the many household systems that she never had to worry about until recently. While the Gosselin kids are excited to play all day, Kate has other plans in store for these first summer days from home improvement projects to preparing for a few new family pets. The Gosselin clan gets even bigger when Kate decides to get chickens for the family. While Kate is most excited by the prospect of daily organic eggs, the kids anxiously anticipate the arrival of their feathery friends. But before the chickens arrive, the family must pitch in and build a real chicken coop with the help of some Amish friends. Kate plans to make a special egg-centered meal for the kids, but will the chickens adapt to their new home successfully or will the meal be delayed?

Kate and the kids are off to tropical Cancun, Mexico to ring in her big 4-0! Their trip kicks off with some fun in the sun activities, cultural adventures, and Kate's special birthday bash.

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Kate and the kids explore the Alabama beach shores during summer vacation! Kayaking, parasailing and a family Segway tour are in the mix and of course, there is always chaos! Then the Gosselins' head back home to train their adorable puppies.

The Gosselins take on New Orleans! They enjoy the food, culture and learn some southern etiquette along the way.