BAFTA WINNER ADAM KAY: Why I Can’t Be My Kids’ Doctor
About this episode
Adam Kay discusses his journey through fatherhood and surrogacy, sharing humorous insights and personal stories.
Adam Kay, the former NHS doctor and author of the global bestseller This Is Going To Hurt, joins Hannah and Louise to discuss his journey through fatherhood and surrogacy. This episode dives into the chaos of life after the medical profession, from the emotional reality of missing his daughter’s birth to his hilarious refusal to be the "family doctor" when his kids have a cough. If you are interested in parenting stories, surrogacy experiences, or the transition from the NHS to authorship, this interview is a must-watch. Episode Highlights Hannah and Louise share recent parenting fails including road rage and dance recital mishaps. The great Easter sugar debate and why Andy East refuses to buy Hannah an egg. Adam Kay’s personal story of starting a family through surrogacy and the beauty of the process. Why Adam stays away from medical roles at home and his fierce stance on vaccines. A shocking story involving a Kinder Egg, an engagement ring, and an emergency room visit. Adam’s cringe-worthy encounter at a fertility clinic involving a broken remote. Details on Adam’s brand-new book Dexter Procter and the Case of the Disappearing Doctor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
People in this episode
Hosts: Hannah East, Louise Boyce
Guest: Adam Kay
Topics covered
- fatherhood
- surrogacy
- parenting stories
- NHS transition
- family dynamics
- humor in parenting
Keywords
- Adam Kay
- surrogacy
- parenting
- NHS
- family doctor
- humor
- This Is Going To Hurt
- Dexter Procter
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: This Is Going To Hurt, Dexter Procter and the Case of the Disappearing Doctor
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