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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 ... more

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This episode captures what it really feels like to build a family through surrogacy — the anticipation, the uncertainty, and the life-altering joy of becoming parents. In this intimate conversation between IVF DADDIES and DADS.KIDS.MIRACLES, we explo... more

When you change what you feed your attention, you change your life. Julio Gaggia sits down with author and creator Jorge Perez to unpack how focus, language, and perspective shape our reality—plus the origin story behind his book “The Shut the F* Up ... more

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 ... more

Let’s be real — most fertility conversations still center straight couples.

Dr. Said Daneshmand is here to change that. In this unfiltered, deeply human episode of IVF Daddies, he opens up about what it actually takes for LGBTQIA+ families to build t... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Linnea Goodman
Fertility specialist at Virginia Fertility and IVF
Virginia Fertility and IVF
Episode: 69) AMH, FSH & WTF? — THE FERTILITY TEST NO ONE EXPLAINS AFTER 35
Lauren Garrett
Genetics counselor from Pacific Northwest Fertility
Pacific Northwest Fertility
Episode: 67) THE DECISION THAT ALMOST ENDED OUR SURRUGACY JOURNEY
Dr. Nurit Winkler
Reproductive endocrinologist at Los Angeles Reproductive Center
Los Angeles Reproductive Center
Episode: 66) FERTILITY MARKETING ≠ MEDICAL TRUTH
Dr. Connor Curley
Owner of Phytofix and a nutrition expert
Phytofix
Episode: 65) CAN FOOD FIX FERTILITY? THE DOCTOR WHO SAYS YES.
Dr. Deirdre Conway
A fertility expert with nearly 15 years of experience at the Utah Fertility Center.
Utah Fertility Center
Episode: 64) WHAT MAKES A FERTILITY TREATMENT SUCCESSFUL
Dr. Meredith Brower
Medical expert from Reproductive Partners Medical Group
Reproductive Partners Medical Group
Episode: 63) EMBRYO TRANSFER EXPLAINED
Rich Vaughn
Legal Expert at International Fertility Law Group
International Fertility Law Group
Episode: 53) IS TRUMP CHANGING SURROGACY BIRTHRIGHTS AND CITIZENSHIP WITH NEW ELECTION?
Dr. Huang
Fertility expert discussing safety and procedures during natural disasters
Reproductive Partners
Episode: 51) IS IVF SAFE DURING THE CALIFORNIA WILDFIRES?
Dr. Carrie Wambach
A medical professional discussing the effects of Ozempic on fertility
Episode: 48) OZEMPIC A GAME CHANGER FOR FERTILITY

Hosts

Richard Westoby
Host of IVF Daddies, navigating the journey of fatherhood through IVF and highlighting diverse family-building experiences.
Julio Gaggia
Co-host of IVF Daddies, engaging in discussions around family-building and parenting.

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68) How Two Dads Rewrote Belgium’s Surrogacy Story
Q: Do you think the law here in Belgium could change to benefit?
Yes, with a new government focusing on organizing surrogacy in Belgium, our story may have contributed to this change.
68) How Two Dads Rewrote Belgium’s Surrogacy Story
Q: Tell me about the process. How did it work?
The process involved a lot of paperwork and finding the right egg donor, which took considerable time due to challenges with genetic disorders.
63) EMBRYO TRANSFER EXPLAINED
Q: How many shots of estrogen and progesterone would one take?
Estrogen is usually administered every third night, while progesterone varies by individual doctor protocols.
63) EMBRYO TRANSFER EXPLAINED
Q: How would you see if the estrogen treatment is not working?
By doing ultrasound to check the thickness and appearance of the uterine lining.
53) IS TRUMP CHANGING SURROGACY BIRTHRIGHTS AND CITIZENSHIP WITH NEW ELECTION?
Q: What then for those parents who have a pregnant surrogate that are not from the United States, what could potentially be an outcome?
They will need some other travel document to get home since they cannot apply for a US passport for their child without citizenship.

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Focused on the multifaceted journey to parenthood, this podcast offers listeners insights into fertility treatments, surrogacy, and family building through the stories of those experiencing these challenges firsthand. The discussions range from expert opinions on genetic counseling and nutrition's impact on fertility to personal anecdotes surrounding surrogacy and LGBTQ+ family dynamics. Noteworthy is the emphasis on community support and the emotional aspects of fertility, providing a holistic view of what it means to create a family today. It stands out for its candid dialogues around sensitive topics like infertility, LGBTQ+ parenting, and the practical realities of growing a family in a supportive way.

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1. Surrogacy Is a Podcast
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IVF DADDIES launched 2 years ago and published 78 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Dr. Linnea Goodman
2. Lauren Garrett
3. Dr. Nurit Winkler
4. Dr. Connor Curley
5. Dr. Deirdre Conway
6. Dr. Meredith Brower
7. Rich Vaughn
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