Days of Our Lives Full Episode Recap - Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Wednesday's Days of Our Lives full episode recap is serving up corporate coups, paternity mysteries, and enough backstabbing to make even a DiMera blush. Get ready to clutch your pearls as we break down all the latest chaos, one sassy detail at a time.

Trouble Brews at University Hospital – and It’s Not Just the Coffee

Maggie | Peacock

Maggie Kiriakis has been through enough, but the latest budget cuts at University Hospital mean she’s now battling empty coffee pots alongside family drama. While putting out lemon bars (because nothing soothes medical woes like baked goods), she gets the lowdown from Sarah about Titan’s latest shakeups. And because Salem secrets have the lifespan of a mayfly, Theresa’s little stunt with Victor’s will comes up. Maggie, ever the queen of common sense, rolls her eyes harder than a teenager at Sunday dinner—because really, Theresa? Did you honestly think that secret would stay buried?

Brady Pub: Baby Bombshell Incoming

Stephanie’s catching up with Joy at the Brady Pub when things get uncomfortably real. Joy, who’s still trying to process her own personal cliffhanger, is cornered into a convo about that pregnancy test. When Stephanie flat-out asks if she’s expecting, Joy doesn’t deny it—but she’s also got no answers yet. (Seriously, is there a slower lab in Salem?)

Joy | DOOL

Stephanie does her best to tread lightly, but Joy’s smart enough to know why the question matters—especially since there’s only one possible baby daddy. After a dramatic pause (because obviously), Joy decides she’s done waiting. A quick phone call later, and she’s heading straight to the hospital to get the results. And because this is DOOL, she even gives Stephanie the green light to drop the bomb on Alex once the truth is out. Somebody grab the popcorn.

The Kiriakis Men Plot Their Takeover—With Whiskey, Of Course

Over at the Kiriakis Mansion, Philip, Xander, and Alex are toasting to their grand return to Titan, but don’t get too comfortable—because their next target is none other than the DiMera empire. That’s right, these three are ready to stage a full-on corporate coup, and they’re bringing in Wei Shin to get the job done.

Alex, naturally, is caught off guard by this next-level scheming. But in true Kiriakis fashion, it only takes a few minutes (and some smooth talk) for him to sign on for the ride. Just as they’re basking in their own brilliance, Maggie strolls in, beaming with pride at this newfound brotherly bond. Oh, Maggie—if only you knew what these three were really up to.

Leo’s Financial Woes – And a Cozy New Arrangement

Meanwhile, Leo Stark is too busy getting his next Spectator scoop to notice his rapidly depleting bank account. Enter Javi, ready to drop the latest insider dirt: EJ might have double-crossed Rafe, and Leo could be the one to blow the case wide open. (Because let’s be real—there’s nothing Leo loves more than a scandal with his name on it.)

Javi & Leo | DOOL

But before Leo can get too deep into his next front-page exposé, reality comes knocking—in the form of his hotel bill. And guess what? His entire stay at the Salem Inn is about to cost him big-time. Javi, proving he’s more than just a gossip goldmine, suggests a solution: Leo should move in with him. Cue the swooning.

Leo hesitates (because, well, commitment), but Javi isn’t having it. He makes it clear—this isn’t just about convenience; this is serious. And just like that, Leo might actually be settling down. Who saw that coming?

Cat’s Got Feelings – But She’s Not Ready to Admit It

At the Greene House, Chad shows up to chat about a charity fundraiser, but let’s not pretend that’s the real story here. When Cat steps away, her sister Felicity wastes no time dropping some truth bombs—namely, that Cat is very into Chad.

By the time Cat returns, the damage is done. She brushes off her sister’s matchmaking efforts, but Felicity’s not buying it. Unfortunately for Cat, Salem has a way of forcing people to face their feelings, whether they’re ready or not. We see where this is going, and something tells us it’s only a matter of time before things get messy.

Final Thoughts: Buckle Up, Salem!

This DOOL recap had it all—boardroom backstabbing, romantic entanglements, and secrets that are seconds away from blowing up in everyone’s faces. Whether it’s Titan’s power grab, Joy’s baby bombshell, or Leo’s unexpected domestic bliss, there’s no shortage of drama in Salem. And with the way things are shaping up, next week’s chaos is going to be even juicier. Stay tuned!