Liam: "Seahorse Parents is about putting our stories out into the world and in doing so highlighting how absolutely normal it is for all of us to be growing our families. This project shows our budding families in the most beautiful light. This is also a moment for our children to look back to and see how beautiful and normal and loved they are."

Alex: "It's about showcasing the differences that exist among people who are giving birth. It’s about acknowledging that those differences aren’t inherently bad, but rather, beautiful. Seahorse Parents shows that all parents deserve to create families in whatever ways feel right to them."

Ruben: "Before I was approached for this project, I had already seen a picture from the series. That picture made me so happy and proud to see that there was someone who made these stunning pictures of pregnant transgender men. This project is a celebration of pregnancies carried out by people who are not women. Seahorse Parents allows these strong and resilient people to share their stories in a beautiful and sensitive manner."

Jerome: "It is a thought-provoking exploration of gender, identity and the diversity of parenthood. It aims to challenge traditional notions of gender roles and highlight the experience of transgender individuals who embark on the journey of pregnancy and parenthood."

Liam: "Visibility and representation means having a place in the world. In the United States, new legislation is currently being introduced that makes it harder and harder for us to claim our spot at the table every day. It is important that we are visible and represented so that all of us know that we are here, we have always been here, and will always be here. This is how we help each other to stay strong in the wake of legislative, physical, and emotional violence."

Alex: "Visibility and representation create a sense of community and belonging. When you don’t see yourself in the world it’s hard to feel like you belong. In terms of birthing as a transgender person, representation looks like using inclusive language – recognizing that not all birthing people are moms and using the correct descriptors – and having access to safe resources."

Ruben: "When you’re pregnant, you carry a child for which you feel pride and protection, but as a visibly pregnant, transgender man, you’re not always safe. When I, as an obstetrics student, talk to fellow students or professors about non-female identifying pregnancies, there are almost always assumptions and opinions. It is critical that pregnant transgender people feel safe, heard and seen by their health practitioners."

Jerome: "For me personally, being visible and represented as a ‘seahorse dad’ means empowering transgender youth and future generations. Visibility plays a crucial role in empowering transgender youth who may be questioning their identities. By seeing individuals like themselves represented in media and society, young transgender individuals can find hope, inspiration and validation for their own journeys. As a ‘seahorse dad’ myself, I can demonstrate that it is possible to embrace one’s gender identity and still fulfil their dreams of becoming parents. Our visibility hopefully creates a world where future generations can grow up with a greater sense of acceptance and understanding."

Liam: "I want the viewer to see that trans and non-binary people are actually just people and that we have the same desire to grow and love our families as cisgender people do. I hope that the viewer sees that even in the midst of hate the power of love for our children is stronger and that we are building and growing our families even so. I hope that the viewer sees Trans Joy!"

Alex: "Most of all, I hope they see joy, because I assure you, my little one has given us more joy than we’ve ever known!"

Ruben: "How proud we are of our bodies and how incredible it is that we can carry our children by ourselves. I hope that Seahorse Parents can contribute to viewers broadening their horizons and loosening up their perspectives."

Jerome: "It would be great if viewers encounter the diversity and complexity of human experience, and encourage them to question preconceived ideas about who can become pregnant while challenging the binary."