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On this week’s episode: Dan, Jamilah, and Elizabeth answer a question about a grandmother, who struggles with alcoholism, asking to take her grandkid on an overnight roadtrip. We also have a follow-up question about making friends with other parents during the pandemic. In Slate Plus: We talk about the increase in mom shaming, online and among friends, during the pandemic. Slate Plus members get a bonus segment on MADAF each week, and no ads. Sign up now to listen and support our work.Recommendations:Elizabeth recommends Alphablocks, a Netflix show for younger kids.Jamilah recommends finding unique wallpaper and decor from Society6 and Spoonflower. Dan recommends Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, a Netflix show that may be appropriate for teens. Additional Recommendations:The Kids Are Asleep, the hilarious Slate Live show. Catch it via Slate’s Facebook or YouTube on Thursdays at 10:00 p.m. ET / 7:00 p.m. PT. Mom Shaming’s Running Rampant During the Pandemic by Rosemary Counter. Mom and Dad Are Fighting: Whoops, a Baby Edi