What “IVF Daddies” Means

IVF Daddies is a podcast and social community focused on the male perspective of infertility and assisted reproduction — especially IVF and surrogacy. It’s also a broader name for men navigating the emotional and logistical realities of family-building.

The Podcast: IVF Daddies

Created by Richard Westoby and Julio Gaggia — two dads who wished this existed during their own journeys — the show blends lived experience with expert truth.

• Hosts: Richard (dad of twins via surrogacy), Julio (step-parent & digital storyteller).
• Guests: fertility doctors, lawyers, donors, surrogates, activists, and parents.
• Topics: science & law, the real emotional/physical hurdles, LGBTQ+ family building, fertility preservation, and mental health.
• Mission: educate, empower, and celebrate diverse families with transparency and positivity.

The Male Emotional Journey

IVF Daddies spotlights realities men often hide. Common themes we explore:

• Helplessness & guilt: feeling “passenger-seat” during procedures; shame with male-factor infertility.
• Anxiety & cost stress: uncertainty of cycles, outcomes, and finances.
• Stigma & silence: pressure to be “strong” → isolation and bottling emotions.
• Masculinity questions: infertility can challenge identity and self-worth — we address it head-on.

Support for IVF Dads

• Open communication: honest talk with your partner to ride the highs and lows together.
• Community: podcasts and support groups (start with IVF Daddies; also search “IVF Dad”). Shared stories reduce isolation.
• Professional help: fertility-aware therapists provide coping tools and a safe space.
• Self-care: movement, sleep, meditation, hobbies — build stamina for a marathon, not a sprint.