58) THE UNSEEN LOVE OF STEP-PARENTING IN THE LGBTQIA+

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IVF DADDIES

JULIO GAGGIA AND RICHARD WESTOBY

77 episodes

4 days ago

Sometimes it takes a village to make a daddy. Welcome to IVFDADDIES, where we blow the lid off IVF, surrogacy, same sex step-parent modern family‑making. We're Richard (surrogacy pioneer) and Julio (digital culture maker), and this is the show we wish had existed when we started our own journeys. 14 years ago, Richard set out to become a dad via IVF, egg donation, and surrogacy. Now he’s dragging Julio into the fertility world, and trust us, Julio is asking all the uncomfortable questions, to learn how to be the best partner and step-dad in the LGBTQ+ community. can you relate?

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58) THE UNSEEN LOVE OF STEP-PARENTING IN THE LGBTQIA+

IVF DADDIES

22 minutes 45 seconds

7 months ago

58) THE UNSEEN LOVE OF STEP-PARENTING IN THE LGBTQIA+

In this episode of the RVF Daddy's Podcast, hosts Julio and Richard share their recent travels and delve into the complexities of surrogacy, parenthood, and stepparenting. They discuss the emotional journey of becoming parents through surrogacy, the challenges faced by stepparents, and the importance of therapy in maintaining healthy relationships. The conversation also touches on the legal aspects of surrogacy, misconceptions surrounding it, and the need for increased awareness about infertility and discrimination in surrogacy laws.

takeaways

Life can change in an instant, especially with parenthood.
Surrogacy offers a unique journey that involves many hurdles.
Stepparenting requires a balance between friendship and authority.
Therapy can provide valuable insights in relationships.
Surrogacy is often misunderstood as a privilege for the wealthy.
Infertility awareness is crucial for reducing stigma.
Legal frameworks around surrogacy can be discriminatory.
Family is defined by those who choose to support each other.
Emotional support is vital for parents navigating surrogacy.
Education and awareness can empower individuals in their fertility journeys.

Navigating Parenthood Through Surrogacy
The Emotional Journey of Stepparenting

"Your life changes in an instant."
"Family is made out of who chooses to show up."
"We choose our family every day."
"You really have to want to do it."

keywords

surrogacy, parenthood, LGBTQIA, stepparenting, therapy, infertility, legal aspects, misconceptions, awareness, discriminationsummary

Chapters

00:00 Welcome Back and Life Updates

03:00 The Journey of Surrogacy and Parenthood

05:58 Navigating Stepparenting Challenges

08:57 The Importance of Therapy in Relationships

12:09 Legal Aspects of Surrogacy and IVF

14:53 Breaking Down Misconceptions About Surrogacy

17:52 Infertility Awareness and Social Stigmas

21:04 Discrimination in Surrogacy Laws

"Your life changes in an instant."
"Family is made out of who chooses to show up."
"We choose our family every day."
"You really have to want to do it."