Built For This

In this episode, I take you inside one of the most intense, emotional, and unforgettable days of my life – the day Ollie was born. From that first early contraction to holding him in my arms for the very first time, I share the real, raw, and powerful moments that come with becoming a dad. We’ll unpack: The build-up: what labor was really like (from a dad’s eyes) My fears, adrenaline, and emotions...

In this episode, I share a raw and honest look at what pregnancy was like for me — not physically, but mentally and emotionally. While Lisa was carrying our beautiful son Ollie, I was carrying the crushing weight of becoming a provider… and it nearly broke me. I talk about the depression I went through, the sleepless nights filled with fear and overthinking, and the pressure to suddenly “have it a...

No one’s really ready to become a dad. But in this episode, I share what helped me feel a little more prepared — from shifting my mindset to setting up the home, and trying to wrap my head around what was coming. We talk: Mental prep (and the fears I had) Training adjustments Letting go of my old identity The emotional rollercoaster no one warns you about Whether you’re weeks away from becoming a...

In this first episode of Built For This , I share the emotional and personal story behind our journey to becoming parents. From struggling to fall pregnant to finally starting IVF — this is where it all began. This moment changed our lives forever. If you're on your own journey to parenthood or reflecting on how it all started for you, this episode is for you. 🔗 Everything you need to know ca...

Becoming a dad changed everything — but not in the way I expected. After 3.5 years of trying to fall pregnant and finally going through IVF, I realised how little support there is for fathers during pregnancy, birth, and those wild first months. In this first episode, I share the story behind this podcast: why I created it, who it’s for, and what you can expect. If you're a dad trying to be th...