Highlights * Katie's family not having globs of money showing some sense of normalcy. As well as Jennifer's single mom life being. Wherever I Look "Alexa & Katie" Wigs (TV Episode 2018) - IMDb

The episode balances the heavy reality of childhood cancer with the lighthearted, multi-camera sitcom format.

: A core theme is the unwavering support between the two leads. Reviewers often highlight that the show successfully portrays them as "relatable, imperfect teens" who handle their challenges with integrity.

In "Wigs," Alexa (Paris Berelc) and Katie (Isabel May) deal with the immediate aftermath of shaving their heads to keep Alexa's leukemia diagnosis a secret as they start high school. The girls search for a "colorful solution" to maintain appearances, leading them to a wig shop, while Alexa’s father, Dave, struggles to adjust to his daughter's new look. Critical Review & Themes