2. I don't know first hand, but I do know that it takes place in the first trimaster and I think it starts after about two weeks. Correct me if I'm wrong.
4+5. I don't know the answers, but imagining these situations is very very funny.
6. I guess they could let the guy meet up with an undercover doctor, so to speak, and he could be his "friend."
7. I don't even remember them showing the kitchen, so you'd be fine. Especially if it's for The Story.
Julie