Ep. #2 In this episode of Stuff Every Queer Kid Should Know, I'm thrilled to welcome my fiancé and incredibly talented guest, Andrés Camilo. We’ll explore his fascinating journey from growing up in Medellín to serving as a US Army Veteran, and how he channels his experiences into his visual art and social media presence. Today, we’re tackling the complex topic of family planning—covering everything from surrogacy and adoption to the ethical and emotional aspects involved. Whether you're considering parenthood yourself or just here to learn more about Andrés, this episode is packed with insights and personal reflections. Join us for a heartfelt conversation about love, creativity, and building a future together.
Timestamps:
00:01:28 - Who the hell are you? 00:06:18 - Andrés’ backstory and art 00:09:21 - Military experience 00:14:33 - Authenticity and social media 00:15:59 - Storytelling & the creative process 00:18:42 - Creating reels and tiktoks 00:20:20 - Advice for aspiring artists 00:21:53 - Important relationship conversations00:23:58 - Deciding we are ready for children 00:24:58 - Surrogacy00:32:22 - Do your research 00:33:26 - Interviewing with different agencies 00:37:14 - Ethics and communication 00:41:39 - The adoption process 00:44:57 - Matching with a birth mother00:46:18 - Waiting to get matched 00:49:36 - Preparing for parenthood00:50:26 - Tips for family planning00:53:16 - FIGHT ME! https://menhavingbabies.orghttps://www.helpusadopt.org/https://www.adopthelp.com/PuoriGo to Puori.com and use code MAXEMERSON for 20% off BIOptimizersGo to bioptimizers.com/maxemerson and use codeMAXEMERSON for 10% offNutrisenseClick here and use code MAXEMERSON for $50 off of your first month
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