[s1e12] The Big Day -

The following report covers , titled " The Big Day ". This episode serves as a prequel to the series pilot, filling in the backstory of the day the "Big Three" were born. Episode Summary

The episode follows three separate but converging storylines set on the day of the triplets' birth: [S1E12] The Big Day

: It explains why Jack was wearing a specific "birthday towel" in the series' first scene—it was part of the gift Rebecca bought him at the liquor store. The following report covers , titled " The Big Day "

: Joe, the firefighter who eventually leaves Randall at the hospital, is seen struggling in a "rough place" in his marriage. He prays for a miracle to save his relationship, which manifests when he finds abandoned Randall on the firehouse stoop. Key Character Moments : Joe, the firefighter who eventually leaves Randall

: Despite the morning's tension, he realizes while golfing with Miguel that he wants nothing more than to be home with his wife.