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 conversations


• 00:23:58 - Deciding we are ready for children 


• 00:24:58 - Surrogacy


• 00:32:22 - 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 mother


• 00:46:18 - Waiting to get matched 


• 00:49:36 - Preparing for parenthood


• 00:50:26 - Tips for family planning


• 00:53:16 - FIGHT ME! 

Adoption Resources: 

• https://menhavingbabies.org


• https://www.helpusadopt.org/


• https://www.adopthelp.com/

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Check out  Andrés: 

• Linktree


• Art


• Instagram


• Tik Tok


• Patreon

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• Instagram


• YouTube


• TikTok

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