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Reviewed by Sierra Filucci

NOTES FROM THE UNDERBELLY takes a comedic look at the challenges and surprises of pregnancy and childrearing. Narrated by the sarcastic and pleasantly charming Andrew (Peter Cambor) -- who's looking forward to being a daddy but is nervous about his increased responsibility -- the show focuses not only on the personal experiences of Andrew and his wife Lauren (Jennifer Westfeldt), but also on their relationships with those around them. Lauren is caught between two good friends as she navigates the path toward parenthood. Julie (Melanie Paxson), has embraced the mommy life whole hog, while Cooper (Rachael Harris) is a cynical divorce attorney who fights to keep her friend from joining the mommy cult.

Is It Any Good?

2

Full of rapid-fire quips and the occasional pratfall, this Los Angeles-set show taps into the worries and joys of new parenthood -- from losing your identity to providing for your family to choosing the right baby supplies -- with moderate success.

Notes from the Underbelly has an obvious demographic, and it's not kids or teens, but parents -- mostly new parents, or couples thinking about becoming parents. And for this specific group, the show hits a few bull's-eyes. But, for the most part, the characters are sometimes annoying and feel more like caricatures than real people.

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