Soaps this week

(This column represents on-air summaries for the week of June 4-8.)

The Bold and the Beautiful: Others waited nervously for news after Steffy went into preterm labor. Liam and Steffy bonded over their new daughter while Ridge was overwhelmed and Brooke tried to stay strong for Hope. Liam was furious to learn Bill was responsible for Steffy’s fall. Quinn urged Wyatt to not blame himself for Bill’s misdeeds. Liam and Hope had a heart-to-heart about their future. Steffy came home from the hospital, unsure of Liam’s status. Liam had big news for Steffy while Hope reflected. Ridge discussed with Thorne the difficulty he’s had with Brooke regarding their daughters. The brothers speculated on Liam and Steffy’s future.

Days of Our Lives: Theresa laid it all on the line to fight for Brady. Kayla advised Ciara about Tripp. Ciara discovered Claire and Tripp in a compromising position. Hope told JJ about Ben’s impending release. JJ made a surprising offer to Theresa. Brady let Victor have it for encouraging Theresa to keep quiet about Chloe’s whereabouts. Ben tried to make amends with Will. Kayla reluctantly agreed to Stefan’s deal. Hope chastised Marlena for not stopping Ben’s release. Ciara's life was in peril.

General Hospital: Maxie was moved to tears. Finn had great timing. Drew made arrangements. Oscar stepped up. Mike got the attention he needed. Sam asked for help. Valentin kept his word. Jason had doubts. Kim heard a different side of the story. Lulu struggled with a difference of opinion. Finn was supportive. Anna came clean. Sonny cautioned Carly. Julian apologized. Alexis was stunned. Ava relayed what she saw. Josslyn was on the defense. Griffin was interrupted. Lulu made a promise. Franco took matters into his own hands. Alexis confronted Monica.

Jason was on the spot. Nelle was thrilled. Michael made a call. Curtis wanted help.

The Young and the Restless: Shauna and Charlie were in trouble after Lily caught Shauna sleeping in her son’s bed and assumed the worst. Dina revealed details of past affairs, which offered Jack clues to the identity of his father, but she couldn't remember her lover’s name. Neil worried that Hilary would scheme her way back into Devon’s life when he learned she wanted to buy Chelsea’s old penthouse. Nikki told Abby about her romantic history with Arturo, then learned Nick and Sharon were leaving for San Diego.