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becoming babyREADY with Sam Leeson - All About Queer Family Planning & Creation

Sam Leeson
Surrogacy
Adoption
Queer Family Planning
Donor Conception
Canada
2SLGBTQIA Plus
Egg Donation
2SLGBTQIA+ Parenting
Ireland
IVF
Queer Parenting
Neuroendocrine Cancer
LGBTQ Family Building
Missouri
Foster Care
Co-Parenting
Toronto
2SLGBTQIA Plus Family Planning
Gaddies
Gay Dads

"becoming babyREADY" is a Queer-centred podcast exploring the journeys of 2SLGBTQIA+ family creation. Through conversations with Queer parents and professionals, we dive into what it takes to build intentional families — from legal and financial prep to emotional support and hands-on care. Rooted in Canada and reaching around the world, these stories offer insight, inspiration, and community for a... more

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From the moment you begin speaking with Slade, it's clear that compassion, respect, and a genuine commitment to caring for others are at the heart of everything they do.

For almost 20 years, Slade worked as a nanny, spending the majority of their ad... more

Being a 2SLGBTQIA+ family in the military can be incredibly hard — especially when you're constantly trying to "find your village” and rebuild your network every few years. But it can also open doors to opportunities most people never get. There aren... more

By their second date, Ian and Danny were already talking about something big: they both dreamed of becoming fathers.

For Ian, that dream of fatherhood would eventually include adoption. Together, he and Danny welcomed their son, Carson, into their f... more

When Kate begins sharing her family-building story, you might think you know where it's headed. But like so many Queer family journeys, this one doesn't follow a straight line.

What unfolds is a beautifully unexpected story of love, change, co-paren... more

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Recent Guests

Slade Riverfield
Founder/Director of The Queer Parenting Partnership
The Queer Parenting Partnership
Episode: The Postpartum Gap: Why Queer Families Need More Support, a conversation with Slade Riverfield
Jessica Trammell
Children's book author and military spouse
Author of Blast Off, Eleanor
Episode: From Military Life to Storytime: Jessica Trammell's Journey to Family, Creativity & Blast Off, Eleanor
Ian Duncan
Gay husband, father, teacher, and author
Author of RJ and the Ticking Clock
Episode: A Dad, an Adoption Story & a Book That Helps Kids Feel Seen: a discussion with Ian Duncan
Tom Tracy
Children's book author, father, husband; creator of My Family, My Voice
Tom Tracy Books / whateverworkbooks.com
Episode: Empowering Queer Families with Tom Tracy
Megan Neff
Founder of Gay Moms Club, CHIRO professional and community builder
Gay Moms Club
Episode: Building Community, One Connection at a Time: Megan's Journey from Pandemic Parenting to Gay Moms Club
August Black
Proud dad, trans man, and NICU parent
Self/Becoming BabyREADY guest
Episode: Against All Odds: One NICU Dad's Journey Through Premature Birth, Pride, and Parenthood
Ashley Christman
Cancer thriver, retired United States Marine Officer, mother of Archer
United States Marine Corps (retired)
Episode: Semper Forward: Ashley Christman's Battle Through Cancer, Service, and Motherhood
Sheldon Larry
Director and filmmaker, father of twins
Independent filmmaker, formerly Center for Surrogate Parenting participant
Episode: Love Is the Director: Sheldon Larry's Journey to Fatherhood
Parisa Pajooh
Founder of Diverse Wealth, queer-focused financial planner
Diverse Wealth
Episode: Money, Identity & Building Wealth on Your Own Terms — With Parisa Pajooh of Diverse Wealth

Host

Sam Leeson
Host and primary facilitator focused on queer family planning, inclusion, and practical guidance for building intentional families.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • The must listen to show for parents

    Sam is a source of incredible information who shares her lessons learned and the lessons of others who appear on her show. This show is something I make sure to listen to each week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hopedude2006
    United States4 months ago
  • A Fans of the Show

    Such a thoughtful and needed podcast! It’s informative without being overwhelming, and I really appreciate the real stories from queer parents and professionals. A must-listen for anyone building their intentional family. -Fathernetics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CreativeMatrixx
    United Statesa year ago

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The host creates a supportive space that blends storytelling with expert insights.
Guests bring diverse experiences, making it valuable for listeners at different stages of family-building.
Communicates a welcoming, inclusive approach to LGBTQIA+ parenting and policy perspectives.
Clear, compassionate conversations that mix personal stories with practical guidance.

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From Military Life to Storytime: Jessica Trammell's Journey to Family, Creativity & Blast Off, Eleanor
Q: How did you decide who the donor would be?
They chose an open donor with clear health information and a trackable profile, prioritizing future access for their child and the ability to discuss origins openly as they grow up.
Brian Rosenberg chats with becoming babyREADY
Q: What inspired the creation of GWK Academy after Gays with Kids had already helped many families?
He explains that storytelling alone wasn't enough to help people become dads; GWK Academy was spun out to provide structured courses, coaching, and a broader, inclusive resource hub for all LGBTQ+ family-building paths.
Brian Rosenberg chats with becoming babyREADY
Q: Welcome to the episode, could you tell everyone who you are and what you do?
Brian introduces himself as the executive director of GWK Academy and founder of Gays with Kids, outlining his mission to help queer families navigate adoption, surrogacy, and biological routes to parenthood through education and a broad partner network.
Many things in life can be true at once - Logan Blackburn-Issitt chats with becoming babyREADY
Q: How was the sperm donor situation handled and what were the key considerations?
They involved a brother-in-law initially, drafted agreements with all parties, and discussed long-term implications and potential scenarios, ensuring clear expectations and protections.
Many things in life can be true at once - Logan Blackburn-Issitt chats with becoming babyREADY
Q: What sparked the decision to start a family together after transitioning?
Logan explains the early alignment with his wife on wanting a family, the commitment to move forward together, and the support from family as pivotal moments that solidified their path.

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What is becoming babyREADY with Sam Leeson about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on queer family creation, featuring conversations with LGBTQIA+ parents, donors, surrogacy and adoption experts, and financial and legal professionals. Episodes frequently explore fertility paths (IVF, egg/sperm donation, donor choices), cross-border and multi-jurisdiction journeys, foster-to-adopt, and navigating healthcare, legal documents, and vulnerable moments in raising 2SLGBTQIA+ families. A standout thread is the emphasis on practical planning, community-building, and chosen families, with candid storytelling about the realities, costs, and emotional highs and lows of building families with pride. The format blends personal journeys with expert insights, making it helpful for prospective parents, advisors, and spon... more

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1. Slade Riverfield
2. Jessica Trammell
3. Ian Duncan
4. Tom Tracy
5. Megan Neff
6. August Black
7. Ashley Christman
8. Sheldon Larry

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