RHONY Season 5 Episode 17 Recap | Don't Make Room for Daddy | The Real Housewives of New York City Rewatch & Analysis

The women are finally back from St. Barths, but the drama doesn't stay on vacation. This week, we're breaking down The Real Housewives of New York City Season 5, Episode 17, "Don't Make Room for Daddy," as the cast settles back into New York life—and discovers that real life can be just as messy as a tropical getaway.

In this episode, we dive into the evolving relationships between Luann de Lesseps, Ramona Singer, Sonja Morgan, Carole Radziwill, Heather Thomson, and Aviva Drescher as old tensions linger and new conflicts begin to take center stage. From family dynamics and personal relationships to shifting friendships within the group, Season 5 continues to prove that the biggest Housewives drama often happens long after the vacation ends.

If you're searching for a RHONY Season 5 Episode 17 recap, Don't Make Room for Daddy review, Real Housewives of New York Season 5 rewatch, RHONY podcast, Bravo recap, or an in-depth RHONY analysis, this episode has everything you need. We break down the biggest moments, discuss the changing group dynamics, and explore how each Housewife navigates life after one of the franchise's most unforgettable cast trips.

We'll also talk about why Season 5 remains one of the strongest reboot seasons in Housewives history. With new friendships taking shape, lingering resentment still bubbling beneath the surface, and each woman trying to define her place in the group, this episode reminds us that RHONY has always been about more than explosive fights—it's about the complicated relationships that keep fans coming back season after season.

Which Housewife is growing the most this season? Who's avoiding accountability? And which friendship surprises you the most now that the St. Barths drama is in the rearview mirror?

If you love The Real Housewives of New York City, Bravo deep dives, Housewives rewatches, and reality TV analysis, follow the podcast so you never miss an episode. If you're enjoying the show, leave a five-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps more Bravo fans discover the podcast. Then join the conversation and tell me: Now that the vacation is over, who do you think is having the strongest Season 5—and who is quietly unraveling?

00:00 Podcast Intro Setup

01:17 George Vitamin Shop

04:24 Sonja Settlement Fallout

08:17 Heather Charity Fashion Show

10:58 Luann Consoles Sonja

14:12 Portraits Into Storage

16:33 Aviva Versus Ramona

27:17 Reid Versus Alcohol

30:12 Metaphor Meltdown

31:48 Sonja And Privilege

37:32 Ramona Walks Away

38:30 Penthouse Charity Show

42:35 George Crashes Event

45:51 Check Refused Argument

49:19 Arm Grab Fallout

53:02 Escorting George Out

56:46 Episode Wrap And Outro

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