In Rad Dad #9 Tomas talks about gender perceptions and parenting. That the partner that didn't actually have the baby is seen as the father. And a father is always seen as taking the backseat, whether they are a woman, transgendered, or a man. Tomas put a call out in the last issue, and people came through with their birth stories. Partners talk about dangerous births, delayed pregnancies, C-sections, and other scary experiences. All of the stories are told with such a love for their children and an emotional protectiveness. It's all the love and fear that comes with welcoming a child into the world. As always, Tomas is looking for submissions so get in touch!