In this episode of IVF Daddies, hosts Richard and David open up about the beautiful chaos of parenting as gay dads — from sleepless nights to building an inclusive community where LGBTQ+ families can thrive.
Discover the story behind Hey Gaddies, a brand redefining fatherhood through representation, love, and visibility. We talk about step-parenting, transgender parents, and the power of unlearning old norms to create a new kind of family narrative — one built on authenticity and pride. 🌈
Chapters00:00 Navigating Parenting Challenges02:50 Creating Inclusive Spaces for Gay Dads05:41 Building Community and Identity08:31 The Evolution of Queer Parenting11:25 The Role of Stepparents in Queer Families14:15 Balancing Traditional Roles in Modern Families16:59 Creating a Supportive Environment19:50 The Importance of Community Connections21:59 Building Community as Gay Dads30:48 Navigating Step Parenting in the LGBTQ+ Community38:03 Celebrating Transgender Parents and Representation40:44 Unconscious Bias in Parenting
💡 Key Topics:
The hardest parts (and best rewards) of parenting as gay dads
Why visibility for queer and transgender parents matters
How to build meaningful community connections
The evolution of Gaddies — from idea to inclusive movement
The power of creating a “Gaddy’s Day” to celebrate diverse families
🎙️ “We are building role models now.”
🎙️ “I want to create a Gaddy’s Day.”
🎙️ “Nobody is born a bigot.”
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👨👨👧👦 Because every family deserves to be seen.
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