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, but one that is 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

brilliant organisations below:

Miscarriage Association: https://www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk/

Cradle Charity: https://cradlecharity.org/

Cyprus IVF Hospital: https://cyprusivfhospital.com/

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 the brilliant 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 improvised comedy documentary.