Fox News commentator Greg Gutfeld recently discussed the challenges of debating those who embrace concepts like 'artificial reality' on his show, 'The Five.' This conversation arose in the context of a recent NPR article highlighting a transgender man, Kayden Coleman, for Father's Day. The piece detailed Coleman's experience of giving birth to two daughters after temporarily halting hormone therapy for a medical procedure. NPR's article recounted how Coleman, 37, had undergone top surgery and stopped taking hormones, leading to an unexpected pregnancy. He now raises two daughters. The piece further explored the challenges Coleman encountered as a pregnant man, navigating societal expectations and perceptions related to pregnancy and parenthood.

Coleman shared his experiences with discrimination within the medical system, stemming from preconceived notions about what a pregnant person should look like. He described having to repeatedly assert his pregnancy and facing frequent offers of abortion, which he attributed to assumptions about transgender individuals' desire or suitability for parenthood. Coleman also challenged common misconceptions about transgender people, particularly the idea that they inherently dislike their bodies or anything remotely feminine, including pregnancy. He emphasized that gender identity doesn't negate the desire to have children, especially for those with the biological capacity to do so.

The notion of "pregnant men" and "birthing persons" has gained traction alongside the rise of transgender politics, with recent examples including Glamour U.K.'s June cover featuring a topless pregnant transgender man. These representations have sparked both support and backlash. Coleman, however, sees advantages in being a transgender dad, citing his upbringing aligned with traditional societal expectations for girls as providing him with a nurturing side and insight into how women are perceived. He believes this background enriches his parenting perspective.