Ep 21. The Separation Agitation

The Big Bang Theory season 10 episode 21, titled "The Separation Agitation," begins with Bernadette returning to work and leaving her baby girl, Halley, at home with Howard. As she struggles to avoid thinking about Halley, Howard finds it difficult to control the crying baby. Meanwhile, Sheldon is trying hard to entertain Amy as they are going through a rough patch.

At the university, Raj is trying to get back in Lucy's good graces after an embarrassing incident. When Lucy seems more interested in Stuart, Raj's jealousy flares up. Later on, Raj tries to make amends with Lucy by buying her a gift, but things do not go according to plan.

Back at home, Howard decides to take Halley to daycare, and when Bernadette realizes that she has missed many milestones in Halley's life, she starts feeling guilty and angry with Howard. In the middle of an argument, Bernadette accuses Howard of being an irresponsible father and storms out of the house.

Meanwhile, Sheldon has become obsessed with Board Games, and tries to get Amy to play with him. By the end of the episode, their disagreement comes to a head and it looks like their relationship may be over. However, both of them are in for a pleasant surprise when they come home to find that Penny and Leonard have thrown them a surprise party to celebrate their reunion.

Overall, "The Separation Agitation" is an emotional episode that explores the challenges of parenthood and relationships. It features excellent performances from the cast, particularly from Melissa Rauch and Simon Helberg, who give a poignant portrayal of a couple struggling with the demands of a newborn. The episode also shows Sheldon and Amy's relationship in a new light, and sets the stage for a significant development in their story.