Who's Your Daddy Podcast

This week we welcome Stuart and Francis to the podcast! We are so excited to share the stories of how they came out in the UK, how they found each other (and fell in love), mended relationships with family members and began the process of starting a family.Stuart and Francis now share their lives on Instagram and TikTok and warm our hearts daily from their adventures together, to taking care of their littles.Stuart Armfield InstagramFrancis Haugen InstagramMake sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we welcome Thomas and Scott to the podcast! We're thrilled to share their coming out stories, how they handled dating abroad, and Introduce you to their beautiful family.See more from Sidney & Giacomo on TikTok and Instagram at @thevonBKsMake sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we welcome Sidney and Giacomo to the podcast! We're thrilled to share their coming out stories, how they fell in love, and their plans for the future.See more from Sidney & Giacomo on TikTok and Instagram at @sidneyandgMake sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Answering some hard-hitting questions! We asked you all to give us your worst on Instagram stories, and well… you really delivered! We invited our friend Jared Price to sort through hundreds of questions and pick several for us to answer on this week's episode of Who's Your Daddy Podcast.In the spirit of Valentine's Day, we're focusing this episode on love, sex, and relationships. Have more questions? Ask away via email or our Instagram DMs!Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We are excited to welcome back our friend Bryan Lambillote from @ItsBryanAndChris! This week Bryan is sharing his coming out story along with the story of how he met his husband, Chris. We dive into some juicy details, tips and tricks in raising twins, and a few fun surprises!Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Michael recounts his first relationships in the closet while growing up in rural South Dakota, how he first realized he was gay, and the aftermath of coming out to his family.This coming out story centers around the shame and uncertainty that hovers over LGBTQ+ youth growing up in religious homes in which the religion discredits their sexuality. Coming to terms with religion, acceptance, and sexuality is a difficult task that many of face or have faced. It's comforting to hear Michael's words of self-acceptance and decision to be free.**Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out in reaching the right people! We really appreciate you being a part of this community!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Matthew recounts his first relationships in the closet while attending SPU, a Christian University in Seattle.Over the years, you may have seen Seattle Pacific University mentioned in news publications for its discriminatory policies. Namely, refusing an adjunct professor a full-time position by citing his sexuality in 2021. In this episode we explore the homoerotic nature of hyper-religious academic institutions, and the impact their policies have on students.Stories cited from: https://www.thestranger.com/features/2011/03/30/7435772/the-secret-sex-lives-of-spu-students**Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out in reaching the right people! We really appreciate you being a part of this community!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

CW: mentions of suicide ideation, sexual abuse, mental health strugglesIn this week's episode, Matthew describes the highs and lows of growing up in the closet in a conservative-leaning, religious environment. He explores his first encounters with same-sex relationships, the impact that YoungLife had on his adolescence, and how his outlook changed through YouTube.I came out as gay through posting a video on YouTube. Doing so completely changed my life, but not before many experiences shaped who I am today. I hope this story instills hope, that there's life after homophobia, and that love in the world far outweighs bigotry.**Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out in reaching the right people! We really appreciate you being a part of this community!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The last episode of this season explains what happened over this summer and how we lost multiple intended surrogates.Thank you all so much for listening along on this journey with us. We're excited for what's to come, but for now, we're looking forward to a much needed break for the holidays.Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out in reaching the right people! We really appreciate you being a part of this community!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we're taking a closer look into the expenses of surrogacy. How much does it really cost in 2023 and what can we expect in 2024?Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out in reaching the right people! We really appreciate you being a part of this community!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Thank you for submitting your questions! We took to Instagram to see what burning questions you've been holding onto throughout the season. We currently find ourselves across the country from each other, so in this episode we're catching up and diving into some fun questions.Questions we're answering: When was the last time we got in an argument? How we chose our egg donor? our biggest regret in life so far? How do we show our love to each other? Coffee or tea? Who is the first to apologize? Do we play a musical instrument? Who cooks and what's the signature dish? Biggest pet peeves? How do you get past your darkest days?Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out in reaching the right people! We really appreciate you being a part of this community!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We decided to take this week and explore how we're both feeling... like really. This is a little different from our usual episodes, but after many months progressing/regressing through surrogacy, we needed a breather. Enjoy the slight chaos that is our conversation today!Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out in reaching the right people! We really appreciate you being a part of this community!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we're interviewing Becky Fawcett from the organization Help Us Adopt. HelpUsAdopt.org was founded in an effort to make adoption more feasible for all families. We're so excited to have Becky on to discuss her adoption story, adoption stigma, and more.Where do we start? More information on adoption: https://www.helpusadopt.org/startingadoptionIn this episode we're answering the questions: How much does private adoption really cost? What help is out there to aid financially in the adoption process? What hurdles exist through adoption?Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out in reaching the right people! We really appreciate you being a part of this community!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we're interviewing our friends Jake and Sean from the cutest Instagram and TikTok: @daddiestothree! We love their story - from growing up in the Mormon church, to.coming out and finding each other, it's incredible to hear how their lives have changed... especially considering they welcomed a triplet surprise just a couple of years ago.Find Jake and Sean on Instagram and TikTokIn this episode we're answering the questions: What's it like going through Surrogacy and IVF in the state of Utah? What tips and tricks. can you give on raising twins... or even triplets? How do you keep that spark alive in the marriage while raising babies?Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out in reaching the right people! We really appreciate you being a part of this community!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we're interviewing Adam Motz and Tee Dubois about their surrogacy process and specifically how they went to court with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois on discrimination against same-sex couples.Find Adam and Tee (2dads2twins) on Instagram and Tiktok.Check out Adam's new children's book, You Come From Love.In this episode we're answering the questions: How do some insurance companies discriminate against LGBTQ+ people? What are your rights under health insurance? How does health insurance work (and not work) when it comes to surrogacy and IVF? Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out in reaching the right people! We really appreciate you being a part of this community!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we're hearing @Team2Moms' (Denise and Ebony) story on how they formed their family through both experiencing IVF and IUI. We're excited to learn more about the process of IVF, and this experience can look drastically different from partner to partner.Listen to Denise and Ebony's new podcast here!In this episode we're answering the questions: What does going through IVF as a married lesbian couple look like? What complications can come up during pregnancy? What are some things you can do to help ensure you have a successful cycle during IVF/IUI?Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out in reaching the right people! We really appreciate you being a part of this community!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Few stories are as close to home to us as our friends' Jon and Pete. We are so happy to welcome them on the pod this week to hear their story of how little Éze made her way into the world at just 25 weeks (only 22.5 weeks after implantation).Please make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out in reaching the right people! We really appreciate you being a part of this community!You may notice that we spoke about the birth certificate laws pertaining to Idaho in this episode. Thankfully, the laws have changed even since recently recording this episode! We are happy to announce that Idaho now allows same-sex parents to both be placed on the birth certificate of their children.This week we're answering the questions: What are some methods/mindsets for coping with the unexpected? What complications can arise from premature birth? What are some best practices for caring for a NICU baby?IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In June, over 33 Lesbian mothers were removed off of the birth certificates of their children. Their parental rights were retroactively revoked. This week we're diving into why and how this is happening in Italy, the rise of Georgia Meloni and the far right movement in Europe. We interview Viola and Michela Leidi, who were the first couple to have one of their names removed from the birth certificate of their daughter, Giulia.Special thanks to Sidney and Giacomo for translating this interview, and for providing more insight on queer parenthood in Italy.In this episode we're answering the questions: Why do so many people do surrogacy in the United States? What are the best and worst places to do surrogacy in the US? Where is surrogacy legal? Where is it restricted? Where is it banned?Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out in reaching the right people! We really appreciate you being a part of this community!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we're going deep with Jaimie Kelton to hear her personal story on struggling through unexplained infertility and over 3 years (!!) of trying to have a baby through IVF and IUI. She also has some very exciting news to share that came to be a pretty big surprise!In this episode we're answering the questions: What is the process of IVF and IUI like? What is unexplained infertility and how does it affect biologically born women? How do you even start the process of IVF or IUI and how do you know which is right for you?Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out in reaching the right people! We really appreciate you being a part of this community!Listen to our secret news on the Queer Family Podcast! (and on Spotify)IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What do we do when we face discrimination while trying to grow our families? We're so excited to discuss this important topic as we welcome Dustin and Burton (Raising Buffaloes) to this week's episode! We are exploring surrogacy in the South! Their story is not only inspirational, but it made us smile quite a few times. Enjoy!Also, please list any questions or comments in the reviews! We'll use questions from our reviews section for a special future Q&A episode! Thank you for rating as well, this really helps us reach the right people in our community.In this episode we're answering the questions: How can you do surrogacy without an agency and just with the help of an IVF clinic? What bias/stigma exists against LGBTQ+ people in having kids? How can we teach our kids to love others and themselves? What are ways to respond to 'surprise' or bigotry when others see differences in families?Where to find Dustin and Burton: Dustin's Insta, Burton's Insta, TikTok, YouTubeIG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We sat down with our good friend, Mitch Lutjens (Newton) to hear his story of parenting through multiple years in the foster care system and the emotional ups and downs that came with it. Please note: This is a personal story and not expert advice. The Foster Care system differs from state to state, and from community to community. For more information on Foster Care, please visit Childwelfare.govFostering can be difficult but an equally rewarding journey. While the foster care system shouldn't be viewed as the solution to growing your family, it is something that many prospective parents look to experience. Whether providing vital support to a child for a little while, or becoming their forever family, these are incredibly important stories we all can learn from!In this episode we're answering the questions: How can you adopt through the foster care system? What is the primary purpose of foster care? How long should you expect to wait before finally being able to adopt through foster care? What are the potential difficulties you may face? What are the costs and benefits of adopting through foster care?Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out in reaching the right people! We really appreciate you being a part of this community!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This is the start of a long and sometimes difficult conversation. Though it's different from our normal episodes, it's clear that this is very important to many of us! I didn't realize until recently that struggling with body image is a common thread amongst much of the LGBTQ+ community. I thought I was alone, but now I'm feeling empowered that there are others right here with me. Feeling seen and understood has helped me monumentally, and I want to talk about it.I don't like how I look and yet I stand here staring. In all honesty, I've struggled with body dysmorphia for most of my life and I only just recently have been able to put words to it. In this episode we're answering the questions: Where does body dysmorphia even come from? How can I learn to better love myself so I can truly be emotionally available to my family? What are the therapeutic tools in my kit to address feelings of inadequacy? What will we teach our kids about our bodies? Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We are ecstatic to welcome our first in-person guest on Who's Your Daddy, Bryan Lambillote from @ItsBryanAndChris! This week Bryan is sharing his story on raising newborn twins and managing his mental health through experiencing postpartum depression. Bryan and Chris create adorably cute and informative videos that walk through their day-to-day routines learning how to parent twin littles. We're excited to dive in and share a part of their incredible story!In this episode we're covering topics like: Preparing for newborn twins & the biggest unexpected challenges, tips and tricks on breaking babies into a good routine, and what to do when setbacks occur in surrogacy.We're also answering the questions: How long can it actually take to finally match with a surrogate and what happens if that surrogate quits? Can men get postpartum depression? How do we manage PPD it if it occurs? When do we know it's time to ask for help?Bryan's Book Recommendation: The New Father "A Dad's Guide to the First Year" by Armin A. BrottMake sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review, it really helps us out!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We started our surrogacy journey in January of 2022, and just over the last couple of months are worlds have been completely rocked over what we've learned. We're excited to share!In this episode we answer the question: What do we regret since starting the process and what have been the biggest struggles/pain-points? We also consider what we're looking forward to as we continue onward and express a renowned independence and empowerment through taking more control, initiative, and responsibility of our surrogacy journey.Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review if you can, it really helps us out!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we welcome Kenny and Armando from 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way on the podcast! We fell in love with their story and wanted to hear all the juicy details about how they met, fell in love, and blended their families together from the US to Mexico. Kenny discusses going through surrogacy in the 90s while navigating the AIDS epidemic while Armando explores his religious upbringing and coming out to his family on reality TV.In this episode we answer the question: How can partners successfully blend their families if they have kids from previous marriages or relationships? What are the joys and difficulties in co-parenting, and what's it like moving to a new country for someone you love?See Kenny & Armando on the new season of 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way, premiering July 10th on TLC!Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review if you can, it really helps us out!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week we had @terrell.and.jarius join us on the podcast! We hear their personal story of how they became parents through the path of independent surrogacy, the many surprises that occurred along the way, and how they navigated difficulties in forming their family. Starting their journey at 21 years of age, we were shocked to hear everything that happened!In this episode we answer the question: What is the emotional toll of surrogacy for intended parents, and how might independent surrogacy differ from agency-guided surrogacy?Make sure to rate our podcast and leave us a review if you can, it really helps us out!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We chose to pursue surrogacy at the beginning of 2022, and now halfway through 2023 we're reflecting on what's happened since starting the process. Here's what we've learned and the questions we're asking now.In this episode we answer the question: How did we make the decision to pursue surrogacy first? We discuss where our minds were at when we first set down this specific path to parenthood, what we might have done differently, and what the rest of the process might look like for us.If you like this episode, please make sure to leave us a rating and review!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Once we decided we wanted to have kids, we had no idea where to start. We interview @Gays_With_Kids founder, Brian Rosenberg on his experience becoming a parent, how the AIDS epidemic impacted his journey to fatherhood, and the options available for all families who struggle with infertility.In this episode we answer the question: "Where do we start?" for those curious about what it takes to start a family. We hear about options to consider like foster-care, adoption, surrogacy, IVF and IUI, and personal factors that influence these decisions. We also discuss resources for those who want to learn more.If you like this episode, make sure to leave us a rating and review!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Every story has its beginnings. We find ourselves examining how we got to where we're at today. For most of our lives, we never considered we'd have trouble having kids, then everything changed when we came out. Riding the wave of uncertainty from the traumatic events the first time we met, to moving across the country, to finding love. This is our story.If you like this episode, make sure to leave us a rating and review!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Who's Your Daddy Podcast depicts the intimate struggles of becoming parents through non-traditional means. Meeting with industry experts and guests who have quite literally manifested forming a family themselves, we're learning how to make it all happen through the process of surrogacy, IVF, private adoption, and foster-to-adopt. Who's Your Daddy Podcast is hosted by Michael Lindsay and Matthew Schueller: @michaelandmatt, who are in the midst of their own surrogacy journey to fatherhood.If you like this episode, please leave us a rating and review!IG/FB/TikTok/YouTube: @michaelandmattWe want to hear from you! Email us at whosyourdaddypod@gmail.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Coming Out June 15th! Michael and Matt introduce Who's Your Daddy, a podcast that depicts the intimate struggles of becoming parents through non-traditional means. Meeting with industry experts and guests who have quite literally manifested forming a family themselves, we're learning how to make it all happen through the process of surrogacy, IVF, private adoption, and foster-to-adopt.If you're excited about the launch please rate & review, download, and subscribe/follow to help us reach more listeners!Find us on Instagram: @michaelandmattAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy