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Nine years ago, then-married partners Mark Ebinger and Tom Freeman welcomed twins Beau and Coy via surrogacy. Yet, after their divorce—no one moved out. “Our commitment to parenting didn’t change,” says Ebinger. He explains that day-to-day presence with their children mattered more than creating distance for the sake of convention.

It wasn’t until six years later, Ebinger met Moke Coffey—the third dad. This meant integrating a new relationship into an existing co-parenting structure. “The result is what you see now—three dads raising twins in one shared environment that prioritizes stability, consistency, and a sense of family continuity,” Ebinger tells PhotoBook.

And the twin’s surrogate, Ashley, is still very much in the picture. “It gives the kids an additional dynamic,” Freeman explains. “They know where they came from and they feel supported and loved from multiple directions.”

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Give us the cliff notes version - who's who, and how does your family dynamic actually work under one roof?

Mark: Tom and I were married and had Beau and Coy — they're nine now. We divorced, but our commitment to parenting didn't change. We stayed living on the same property because the day-to-day presence with the kids mattered more than creating distance for the sake of convention.

About six years ago, I met Moke. Our connection was immediate, which meant integrating a new relationship into an existing co-parenting structure that was still very active. That required conversation, trust, and time, but the intention was to build something collaborative rather than replace something.

The result is what you see now - three dads raising twins in one shared environment that prioritizes stability, consistency, and a sense of family continuity. People may also recognize our family from Million Dollar Nannies, which premiered June 17 on Freeform and is now streaming on Hulu. The series follows a luxury nanny agency and the families they support, including ours. While viewers get a glimpse of our life there, Our3Dads on YouTube, Instagram, and Snapchat is where we get to tell the fuller story in real time.

Moke: There was definitely an onboarding period for me (laughs). It's not a situation most people expect to walk into, but once I understood that Tom's presence was about parenting and not about the past, it made sense.

Tom: We all get along, which is really the key part. I live on the property in the poolhouse with the dog, so I'm very much part of the day-to-day — elevator included and, somehow, the best view (laughs).

What was the Million Dollar Nannies experience like?

Mark: It was a lot of fun. We got to spend time in Ibiza, meet some interesting people, and make some great memories as a family. It's been exciting to relive it now that the show has premiered and people are finally getting to see it.

Moke: I think people are going to have some opinions. (laughs) There are definitely a few moments that are very us. And yes, the spray tan scene has already become a thing.

Tom: What people see on Million Dollar Nannies is one part of our story. If they enjoy that, they can follow the rest of the journey with us on Our3Dads.

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People often try to label your family before understanding it. When you're all alone at home, what does life with your family actually feel like?

Moke: I would describe it as organized chaos (laughs). Busy but fun. Everyone has their rhythm during the day and then we all come back together at night. That reset time as a family is important.

Mark: It feels very typical, but with an extra set of hands to help (laughs). We approach things as a village.

Tom: It's comfortable, and all about the kids. For us, the twins guide our every decision.

Co-parenting under one roof after divorce is uncommon. Why was that important to you, and what values guided that decision?

Mark: For me it was about continuity. The kids didn't ask for our relationship to change, so we tried to minimize how much their daily experience changed. Staying close allowed them to maintain access to both parents in a way that felt seamless rather than scheduled.

Tom: We never had a lot of conflict, so creating distance didn't feel necessary. It was more practical — and better for the kids— to keep things stable and cooperative.

Moke: Coming into it, I saw that the foundation was respect. It wasn't about holding onto the past; it was about protecting what was working for the kids. Once I understood that, it felt less unusual and more intentional.

How do you talk to Beau and Coy about your family structure and their origin story?

Mark: At one point Beau asked why she didn't have a mom. That opened a conversation about the different people who are part of their lives - their surrogate, family members, and the broader circle that supports them. It wasn't a difficult conversation, just an honest one.

Moke: Our twins' surrogate, Ashley, is very much part of their lives, and the kids think of her as mom — she's technically their birth mom. We spend time together, visit eachother, sometimes holiday together, and it's really nice for them to have that extended village around them.

Tom: We try to keep it very natural. They ask questions as they grow and understand more, and we answer them honestly in ways that are age-appropriate. The goal is that their story always feels clear and something they can feel confident about.

Ashley, your surrogate for Beau and Coy, remains part of your lives. How would you describe that relationship today?

Mark: Ashley has always been more than someone who helped us have children— she's part of the kids' story and part of our extended family. The relationship evolved naturally because it felt right for everyone, especially Beau and Coy.

Moke: It's very genuine. We stay connected, the kids feel comfortable with her, and there's a shared understanding that this is a lifelong connection.

Tom: It gives the kids an additional dynamic. They know where they came from and they feel supported and loved from multiple directions.

Your current season on YouTube marks a new chapter for your family. What can audiences expect as your lives continue to evolve?

Mark: This season reflects a meaningful moment for our family as we continue preparing to welcome baby number three. Like many families growing this way, the path includes both highs and a few bumps in the road, but we're moving forward with real optimism and excitement as we look ahead to baby number three joining our family over the course of this season.

Audiences see that experience unfold in real time because we believe it's important to share the full picture. So many people tell us they see reflections of themselves in our family, and that support inspires us to remain open and hopeful as we step into this next chapter together.

Moke: Beyond that, this year is expanding in a lot of ways. Between Million Dollar Nannies on Hulu and Freeform and Our3Dads more people are getting a glimpse into our family than ever before. We've surpassed one billion views across platforms, which is honestly hard to wrap our heads around. If viewers want to keep following the journey, new episodes of Our3Dads are available on YouTube, and we're sharing our day-to-day life on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and Snapchat @Our3Dads.

Tom: A big focus is giving back. We've partnered with Tailwaggers this season, which feels very aligned with who we are as a family. Using our platform to support animal rescue and community work is something that's important to all of us.

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You have an equally amazing but different surrogate for baby number three. Tell us about her.

Mark: Lorena feels like a wonderful addition to our family and our story already. Finding the right person is such an important part of this process, and with her there's a sense of trust and warmth that makes the journey feel grounded. We always talk about our village, and she naturally fits into that.

Moke: It's exciting to start imagining what this next phase could look like. Every time we've grown our family, the experience has brought new relationships and new meaning with it, and this feels like another beautiful chapter beginning.

Tom: The kids are really excited, which makes it feel even more real for all of us. I'll also be a new dad again at 72, so I've started going to the gym more regularly. I have a feeling I'm going to need it (laughs).

The wedding ring storyline has captured a lot of attention. Where does that stand now?

Tom: I still wear Mark's wedding ring. For me it represents a big chapter - our marriage, raising the twins, and the family we built. It's comfortable, it's familiar, and if I'm being honest, it also sends a signal that I'm not exactly out on the dating circuit right now.

Moke: I won't pretend it hasn't caused some friction. At first it felt emotionally confusing, and we had to talk through what it meant versus what I thought it meant.

Communication — and some group therapy — has helped us understand where each other is coming from. That said, would I prefer Tom didn't wear it? (laughs) Let's just say that storyline might still have a few chapters left.

Tom, viewers often ask about your dating life - and whether there could ever be a "fourth dad." What's the reality?

Tom: I think people are more excited about a fourth dad than I am. (laughs) I'm open to dating, but I'm not in a rush. I've had a few dates — one in Tampa that was promising— but I'm also realistic. My life is very full. I live on the property with my ex-husband and his husband, I co-parent twins, and I'm comfortable where I am. That's not a typical dating profile. As for a fourth dad... we've proven three works. I'm not opposed to love, but it would have to fit into this ecosystem without disrupting it. That's a high bar.

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Mark, how has parenthood reshaped your definition of stability?

Mark: Before kids, stability meant predictability. After kids, it means consistency. I can't control every outcome — especially in a family structured like ours - but I can control how I show up. Stability is about tone. It's about the twins knowing that regardless of what's happening externally - press, production, even internal friction - the adults are steady.

It's also about modeling collaboration. They're growing up seeing three adults navigate complexity without panic. That's a life skill. And I think that's the quiet success of our family. Not that it's unusual — but that it's functional.

Moke, what legacy do you hope to leave through both art and fatherhood?

Moke: Confidence.

I want the kids to feel confident creatively and emotionally. My own art shifted dramatically after my shoulder replacement - I went from realism to abstraction because I had to. That forced reinvention ended up being freeing.

I want Beau and Coy to see that pivoting isn't failure. It's evolution.

As a dad, I hope they remember that I was expressive, present, and willing to grow in front of them. As an artist, I hope they see that risk is part of the process. And if they also remember that I brought a little drama and a lot of color to the house, I'm okay with that too.

Fans can't resist asking — what's the truth behind Elevator Wars?

Moke: It's less a war and more... ongoing negotiations. Tom has his elevator in the poolhouse, and I have mine in the main house. At some point I decided to introduce a toll for usage, which Tom has yet to pay.

Tom: I wasn't aware the toll had been formally implemented.

Moke: Oh, it's been implemented.

Tom: I'm disputing the charge (laughs).

And finally - as your story unfolds across platforms, what do you hope viewers recognize in themselves when they watch your family?

Mark: That family isn't defined by one blueprint. What matters is intention, communication, and the willingness to keep choosing each other even as circumstances evolve.

Moke: I hope people see that underneath the unusual structure, we're dealing with the same joys and stresses every family experiences — parenting, work, relationships, growth. It's relatable even when it looks different.

Tom: And hopefully they see that we're enjoying it. Life's busy, sometimes chaotic, but we're having a good time doing it together.

Mark: At the end of the day, that's the takeaway. We built a version of family that works for us — and we keep showing up for it.

Watch full episodes of Our3Dads on YouTube, and catch us on Million Dollar Nannies, now streaming on Hulu. Follow @Our3Dads on Instagram and Snapchat.

CREW CREDITS:
Talent: Our Three Dads
PhotoBook Editor-In-Chief: Alison Hernon
PhotoBook Creative Director + Photographer + Producer: Mike Ruiz
Hair: Larry McDaniel
Makeup: Kelly Christensen
Photo Assistants: Carlos Mikelangelo and Ozzie Gutierrez
Tearsheets by Daniel López, Art Director, PhotoBook Magazine
Interview by Brya Sheridan, Assistant to Editor-In-Chief, PhotoBook Magazine
Studio: FD Photo Studio LA

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