Describes the personal lives and professional development of the couple responsible for the popular Berenstain Bears books.

In alternating chapters Stan and Jan Berenstain, creators of the Berenstain Bears, tell their own stories from early childhood until their marriage, then continue the tale together to the present day.

When Mama decides to open her own quilt shop, Papa and the cubs are convinced they won't be able to cope around the house without her. However it's only when they stop thinking about themselves and start thinking about supporting Mama and her new endeavor, Papa and the cubs band together to share the load and make it work.