[s2e7] Parturition -

While IMDb reviewers give it an average rating (around 6.4 to 7.0), critics like Jammer's Reviews have called it "mundane" and an "after-school special" due to its lack of a significant overarching plot.

Reviews of "Parturition" are generally mixed, often highlighting the contrast between its weak setup and stronger second half. [S2E7] Parturition

Some reviewers appreciate the episode as a "meaningful sci-fi adventure" that uses a survival scenario to ground its character development. While IMDb reviewers give it an average rating (around 6

Many critics find the first half repetitive, noting that Neelix’s jealousy was already a tired trope by this point in the series. Many critics find the first half repetitive, noting

" Parturition " is the seventh episode of the second season of . It is widely regarded as a character-focused piece that resolves the simmering tension between Tom Paris and Neelix over their shared affection for Kes. Plot Summary

Referred to by some fans as a "cave episode," it is noted for its focus on survival in a harsh environment.