S4:E14 - Callum & Lara - Part 2

Life as a Solo Dad: Callum on Parenting, Pressure, and the Power of Choosing Fatherhood Alone

In Part 2 of Callum’s incredible story, we pick up where we left off—right after Lara’s birth.

Callum takes us inside the early days of solo parenting: navigating newborn sleep deprivation, legal complexities, travel logistics, and adjusting to life as a dad… alone.

From co-working next to daycare to sleepless nights, Callum gets honest about the mental load, the unexpected joy, and why letting go of perfection is the key to peace. He also opens up about wanting a second child and the beautiful bond he shares with his surrogate and donor.

Whether you’re a solo parent yourself or simply curious about what fatherhood looks like when chosen with full intention—this episode will stay with you.

Key Highlights:

• The Reality of Newborn Solo Parenting – What Callum wasn’t prepared for—and the moment he realised love keeps growing.

• Why He Named Lara After His Surrogate and Egg Donor – A beautiful tribute woven into her name.

• Letting Go of Perfection – How sleep deprivation, messy houses, and missed showers brought clarity.

• Facing Judgement and Legal Hoops – What solo dads still have to prove that solo mums don’t.

• One and Done—or Baby #2? – Why Callum wants another child… and the surrogacy plans already in motion.

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