[s10e21] The Separation Agitation -

: Despite their initial resolve, both parents struggle with intense guilt and separation anxiety. A visit to the zoo only worsens things for Bernadette when she observes animal mothers staying with their young for much longer than human maternity leave allows.

The episode is framed by a special installment of titled Behind the Flags: A Retrospective . [S10E21] The Separation Agitation

In a parallel storyline, the gang’s geologist friend, , introduces them to his new, younger girlfriend, Rebecca . : Despite their initial resolve, both parents struggle

: After the gang convinces Bert that Rebecca is only with him for his money, he briefly breaks up with her, only to immediately regret it. In a classic sitcom turn, he wins her back by promising to buy her a jet ski, illustrating his willingness to trade financial perks for companionship. Fun with Flags: A Retrospective In a parallel storyline, the gang’s geologist friend,

: The group is immediately suspicious of Rebecca’s motives, especially since Bert recently won a $625,000 MacArthur Grant. Bert admits he revamped his dating profile to highlight his wealth, leading to a match in just five minutes.