Simultaneously, the family's long-delayed plans for their Coyote Pass property in Flagstaff, Arizona, caused further friction. Heated discussions over lot boundaries and the "ponds" on the property revealed deep-seated favoritism and resentment. Kody ultimately decided he wanted his own separate lot, further signaling his emotional withdrawal from his wives. The COVID-19 Divide
: The disagreement over these rules led the family to spend the holidays apart, with Janelle and Christine choosing to see their adult children over following Kody’s mandates. Sister Wives - Season 16
: Tensions peaked when Christine questioned why a nanny was allowed in Robyn’s home while the rest of the family remained distanced. Relationship Breaking Points The COVID-19 Divide : The disagreement over these
: Long considered the most level-headed wife, Janelle admitted she was at her "wit's end" and began questioning her own future in the family. The Aftermath: One-on-One Tell-All The Aftermath: One-on-One Tell-All : Kody’s refusal to
: Kody’s refusal to travel to New Jersey for his daughter Ysabel’s major scoliosis surgery—calling it a "vacation" for Christine—was a final blow for many viewers and for Christine herself.
: Kody continued to refuse an intimate relationship with his first wife, Meri, stating there was no "spark" and that they were essentially just friends.
The season concluded with a dramatic three-part "One-on-One" special where the family members addressed the official separation of Kody and Christine.