This post first appeared on Cathclaire & I added some of my faves onto Cath’s!

I’ve been thinking about doing a blog post about my favorite binge-worthy TV shows since I got pregnant because binge-ing TV had become a bigger part of my life staying in with my bump (baby Phoenix wink wink) for 10 months. In true cathclaire fashion – my baby is already here aka pregnancy is very much over – but now that we are all faced with extensive time indoors amidst all of this social distancing – I couldn’t put off publishing this any longer!

My taste in TV is admittedly not the best or most refined by any means. I don’t watch the tube often but when I do – I gravitate to uber girly shows and/or TV shows that make me feel good. Like really good. LOL. So, if this is your vibe – read on for my favorite binge-worthy TV shows worth watching during this time of social distancing and staying safe!

In no particular order:

Parenthood (available on Netflix): Originally aired on NBC, just about every single episode of this six season adventure with the Braverman family kept me wishing for the next. I couldn’t bring myself to watch the season finale for MONTHS because I was in complete denial that my journey with Parenthood and the Bravermans was coming to an end. Whenever anyone asks me for a show to binge-watch, Parenthood is always the first thing that comes out of my mouth!

Billions (available on Showtime): I’ve referenced my obsession with Billions on Showtime a million times on my @cathclaire Instagram. In fact, my collaboration on Instagram with Rebubble featuring Billions gear is one of my faves of 2019. It is 3 seasons and a true TV delicacy. The wealth , influence, corruption and glamour of this show get me every time. I am team Wendy and Wags, but all of the characters on Billions are iconic in different ways. Tune in and let me know what you think!

Young and Hungry (available on Netflix and Hulu) : Originally aired on Freeform, this fun loving, pee-your-pants hilarious show caught my attention when it popped up as “recommended for you” on Neflix. The synopsis mentioned being centered around a food blogger named Gabi and of course, that peaked my interest. After two episodes, I was all in and binge-watching Young + Hungry and in a full on STATE when I realized I finished all the episodes without knowing it until it was too late. We all know how that goes….

High Fidelity: (available on Hulu) TV adaptation of the 1995 Nick Hornby’s novel featuring Zoe Kravitz and Kingsley Ben-Adir (one of my favorite characters from the OA on Netflix). High Fidelity is a new show on Hulu that follows Rob (short for Robin), a super cool girl who owns a record shop in Brooklyn, and her musings on heartbreak and relationships. There is only one season but I really enjoyed this show and all of the music it features.

Marvelous Mrs. Maisel: (available on Amazon prime) THIS SHOW ALWAYS PUTS A BIG FAT SMILE ON MY FACE. Based in the late 50s and from the producers of Gilmore Girls (which, I will admit – I never watched), this show follows Midge Maisel who is a firecracker in every sense of the word. Her husband leaves her and she takes up comedy, a not-so-common line of work for a woman back then. She is absolutely hilarious and let’s just say it has won a lot of awards for a BIG reason.

Veronica Mars : I don’t if there is anyone on this planet that is not a fan of Kristen Bell and this show is Kristen Bell mania. She plays the daughter of a PI in well-to-do, yet completely fictional Neptune, Ca. Once you pop, you won’t stop. And to make it even sweeter, there is a recent season of Veronica Mars that made all of us super-fans super happy that came out last year. Yes, the first season originally aired in 2004.

Younger: TV Land, Hilary Duff, need I say more? Six seasons deep and full of all of the NYC energy we all need in our lives, this show has all the vibes I adore: great love stories, just the right amount of drama, and great lewks. Between the publishing world and the Brooklyn scene, I dig all of the details of this show and like I said: Hilary Duff.

The Bold Type – (Available on Hulu) This is my current binge. I just started being capable of putting Phoenix down into our Halo Bassinet for an hour or so. What do I do during this time to relax and enjoy myself in bed, right next to his bassinet? I watch The Bold Type. It is about three girls working at a fashion magazine in NYC called Scarlet. Think an updated Sex and the City with a little more cheesy story lines. What can I say? I cannot get enough.

Reckless – (available on Netflix) Okay, I don’t know if this qualifies as an actual “binge-worthy” show because there is only one season but I looooved when I found this show based in South Carolina following a lovely lady lawyer – Jamie Sawyer – and her rival, oh-so-hot Cam Gigandet. Do I have any other Cam fans out there? Maybe it was my twilight obsession but I went through a BIG phase of being a super fan of his and that is how I found this show. It aired in 2014 and on CBS.

Reb’s Picks ~

OKAY, I’m a certified TV junkie so it is hard to narrow down, but I’ll do my best. I love any network crime drama, doctor or lawyer show. Favorites include any NCIS series, any CSI series, Grey’s Anatomy (yep, still watching) and alllll the British cop shows. Other noteworthy picks:

The Path (Hulu) – This series starring Aaron Paul and Michelle Monaghan is about a controversial cult. New members join, problems arise and Aaron Paul’s character begins to question his dedication to the cult. 3 seasons of goodness here for anyone who has a fascination with cults!

The Durrells in Corfu (Prime Video) – This series, about a mother and her children who leave England in the 1930s to find a new home on Corfu, is a true gem. Each of the children and their mother struggle with their own issues of moving to the remote island and there’s plenty of laughs, shenanigans and heart warming moments. 3 seasons, one more coming soon!

Rake (Netflix) – OK, I have told so many of my friends about this brilliant Australian show but no one has watched it yet that I know of. So maybe one of you do! This show is about a crazy Australian Lawyer, juggling an ex-wife and son as well as his love for all things debaucherous. Take my word for it and start this 5 season series.

West Wing (Netflix) – This is one of my favorite shows of all time. I have watched it through three times and John and I have watched it together twice. With an ensemble cast full of brilliant actors, brilliant banter and so many poignant moments in and out of the White House, it is a must see. If you have never watched this American classic, what are you waiting for?

Cheers (Netflix) – Another American classic. John and I started Cheers about a year ago, and it is our favorite thing to throw on at the end of the night, or while we are piddling around the house for some guaranteed laughs. Sam, Carla, Diane, Norm, Frasier, Cliff, Rebecca and Lillith provide unending entertainment on the show where everybody knows your name! 11 seasons!!!

Which of your favorites are we missing?! Drop a comment below!