When life takes you down an unconventional path and you meet a kindred soul — why not try to make a baby together?

In this episode, our host Hannah Gittos explores doing just that with her best friend, actor, writer and producer, Thomas Lyle Cottle.

This episode is a warm, humorous, raw and honest look at trying to have a baby in a platonic relationship — one built to last for life.

Please note: This episode explores IVF and fertility. There is also discussion of miscarriage, so if this theme feels triggering, you may want to pause at about the 1 hour and 5-minute mark.

It also contains references to masturbation and sexual health.

For any help or support on the topics raised in this week’s episode, please see the organisations below:

• Miscarriage">https://www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk Association
• Cradle">https://cradlecharity.org Charity
• Cyprus">https://cyprusivfhospital.com IVF Hospital

Tom Cottle is an actor, writer, comedian and producer. He is a founding member of the 5★ sketch group Comedy Bitch, along with our host Hannah.

He wrote, produced and starred in the award-winning short film David’s Fine, starring Julia Davis.

He also wrote and co-produced, alongside Gina Lyons of Gobby Girl Productions, Not Sophie’s Choice, starring Catherine Tate and Alex Macqueen.

He is currently producing his first feature film and an improvised comedy documentary.