On paper, having a child is easy.

Two compatible people find one another

they have unprotected sex

a few times maybe

then 9 months later out comes a baby.

It’s a very natural thing.

For some.

But not for everyone.

In the U.S. there are approximately 6.7 million people dealing with some form of infertility each year. That’s 1 out of every 8 couples that are actively trying to have a baby.

It turns out, having a child isn’t that simple.

Hi, my name is Ryan Guerra, and this is A Father’s Voice. And today I talk with Chris Gwaltney about his story. Chris is one of my closest friends. We have laughed together, we have mourned together, and I have walked alongside him and his wife Ashley through their long process of trying to have a baby.

Spoiler alert, they are the proud parents of a beautiful boy. But it was not easy getting to this point, and though they finally have their wonderful little miracle, there are still moments of struggle and moments of weakness.

Every father runs into different issues with their families, and every dad experiences their own versions of the highest of highs, and the lowest of lows of parenting. All of our journeys look different, and yet there’s a camaraderie that can happen when we open up and share what these moments look like. Chris is that person for me, and I am thankful he is in my life.

Like episode 3, this is not an easy conversation to have. Most men don’t want to relive these moments, but Chris is a rare breed of man. A man who is willing to share his family’s experience to help us all learn and grow from it.

I am honored he is entrusting me with his story. I present to you, my conversation with Chris Gwaltney.

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