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3. The Accurate Conception

Blanche'e visiting daughter Rebecca announces her intention of having a baby by way of artificial insemination, and Blanche announces her intention of wanting absolutely nothing to do with any of it. Meanwhile, Dorothy tries to convince a reluctant Sophia to get a check-up.

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Blanche's visiting daughter Rebecca (Debra Engle) intends to become a single mother through artificial insemination. Blanche objects; her friends share unusual details about their children's conceptions, but Blanche still considers it unnatural. A visit to a local sperm bank with her roommates and Becky also fails to convince Blanche, but Dorothy finally persuades Blanche to accept that Becky is an adult who must make her own decisions; Blanche apologizes. Dorothy succeeds in getting a reluctant Sophia to have a checkup. Guest stars: Debra Engle as Rebecca; James Staley as Dr. Manning; Kelly Ann Conn as Receptionist

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