Nick and Jess return from their European romance tour. Cece and Schmidt have issues perfecting their daughter's birthday party. Winston struggles with picking the optimal glamour photo for him and Aly.
Schmidt and Jess clash over how to best prepare Ruth for preschool. Nick helps Winston to face his fears while trying to write some pages for his editor.
Winston and Aly choose a godparent for their baby, and Winston struggles with the reality of becoming a father. Schmidt returns to work while Cece takes her turn being a stay-at-home parent and Nick tries to make Ruth like him.
