Matthew & Ryan on The Challenges Of Being First-Time Dads

S2026E16 - Matthew & Ryan on The Challenges Of Being First-Time Dads

Published: February 24, 2026

Duration: 54:58

This week we’re joined by the hosts of the Daddies Overnight podcast, Matthew and Ryan, to talk about their journey to becoming dads through adoption.


They share the harsh reality of the adoption process, from assessments and waiting to the moment they were finally matched with their son, and open up about the highs, the challenges and everything in between.

We also chat about life as same-sex parents, the importance of representation, and raising their little boy with love, honesty and pride.


It’s a warm, honest and uplifting conversation abou...