: The episode explores various characters' stances on having children.
: Derek expresses a strong desire for a family. Despite initial hesitation rooted in her own childhood trauma, Meredith eventually agrees to start trying for a baby.
" Sympathy for the Parents " is the 19th episode of Grey's Anatomy 's sixth season, originally airing on . The episode is a pivotal character study for Alex Karev , using the arrival of his younger brother to peel back layers of his troubled upbringing. Plot Summary & Character Development
: Owen Hunt continues to grapple with PTSD, experiencing "combat flashes" that concern Cristina. Medical Cases & Foreshadowing "Grey's Anatomy" Sympathy for the Parents (TV Episode 2010)