Press & Media
Joseph Tito has been featured across parenting, LGBTQ+, lifestyle, and international media for his work on modern fatherhood, surrogacy, storytelling, and culture.
Featured Coverage
Source: Newsweek
"I Was a Single Gay Dad Who Chose Surrogacy"
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Source: LGBTQ Nation
"This gay man became a single father of twins after deciding to navigate surrogacy alone"
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Source: LGBTQ Nation
"This single gay man had to pretend to have a wife to bring his babies home from the hospital"
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Interviews & Profiles
Source: Modern Beauty Magazine
"The MOM Chronicles: He's equal parts Mom AND Dad" — Spring 2021 Cover
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Source: Authority Magazine
"Social Media Stars Making a Social Impact: Why & How Joseph Tito of The Dad Diaries Is Helping To…"
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Source: My City Life
"Joseph Tito: The Dance Between Tradition and Authenticity"
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Source: Resident Magazine
"Messy, Honest, and Gloriously Human: The Journey Behind Random Thoughts"
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Source: Vita Magazine
"Joseph Tito On Fatherhood, Pride & Speaking Out: 'We Can't Stay Silent'"
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Source: BuzzFeed
Featured Reel
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Una Vita Felice
“A Happy Life” — 60-minute Documentary Film
Italian Canadian film-maker and social media influencer Joseph Tito shares his moving and inspirational story. From coming out as gay to his Catholic parents, to navigating surrogacy as a single man, to finding the love of his life — Joseph delves into his struggles and victories, and the hard work he put into reaching a goal he pined for more than anything else: a happy life with a perfect family.
Joseph Tito's Journey to Parenthood: A Tale of Resilience and Love
Joseph Tito was 37 and living a glamorous life in Dubai when he realized he needed more: a family. Facing significant challenges as a gay man in the adoption process, Joseph opted for surrogacy in Kenya. Despite relationship breakdowns, multiple failed embryo transfers, and daunting legal hurdles, he never gave up. His determination paid off when his surrogate gave birth to twins, Stella and Mia, on November 30, 2018.
On Camera
TV segments and news coverage from CTV, CityNews, and more.
Joseph Tito's Journey of a Lifetime
Single dad's difficult journey to become a father left him stranded in Africa with newborn twins
Gay Single Dad w/ Newborn Twins Stuck In Kenya Due To Citizenship Issues
Toronto man hits roadblock in citizenship for surrogates
Toronto man with surrogate twins arrives in Canada
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Featured Contributor
Joseph contributes on parenting, family dynamics, and modern fatherhood.
Queer Parenting Advocate
Recognized for advocacy in LGBTQ+ family rights and surrogacy as a queer father.
Parenting Contributor
Contributing real-talk parenting advice and personal essays.
Content Creator & Writer
Creating content that celebrates diverse families.
Featured Writer
Personal essays on fatherhood, identity, and family life.
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