Colton Underwood, former NFL player and reality TV star, is about to take on his most exciting role yet: dad! He and his husband, political strategist Jordan C. Brown, have announced they’re expecting a baby boy.
From Bachelor to Daddy
Colton Underwood first caught the public’s eye on the reality TV scene, starring in The Bachelorette, Bachelor in Paradise, and finally as the lead on The Bachelor. His journey from NFL linebacker to reality TV heartthrob was already a wild ride, but his personal life took center stage when he came out as gay in 2021. Shortly after, he met Jordan C. Brown, and the couple publicly announced their relationship in December 2021. They got engaged in February 2022 and tied the knot in a stunning Napa Valley wedding in May 2023.
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A Rollercoaster Journey to Parenthood
The news of their upcoming arrival was shared with immense joy. Colton expressed his excitement, saying, “This entire journey has been a rollercoaster of emotions — humbling, exciting, and truly eye-opening. I couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome our baby boy and really get to embrace ‘Daddyhood’ in a whole new way. Jordan and I are looking forward to all the little moments, like holding, feeding, and changing him. But above all, we’re most excited to show him just how loved he already is.”
See their announcement on Instagram!
Shedding Light on Male Infertility
Colton has been open about the challenges they faced in their journey to parenthood, particularly around male infertility. In an interview with Men’s Health, he said, “I wish somebody had educated me about my sperm and my body, and the decisions that I made and how they would impact me.” Colton underwent six months of “sperm rehab,” involving hormone treatments, regular exercise, and avoiding hot tubs and saunas. His efforts paid off, and with an increased sperm count, he and Jordan were ready to start in vitro fertilization (IVF).
Finding the Perfect Egg Donor
Choosing an egg donor was a significant step. Colton shared, “We want somebody deep and cool. I believe in nature versus nurture. So give us the basics and we can show this kid love.”
Celebrating the Embryo Transfer
When it came time for the embryo transfer, Colton and Jordan made the moment special by opting for an intimate and loving setting rather than a clinical environment. Colton explained, “We just thought that, as the transfer is happening, it’s really important that we feel a part of it somehow, because we’re building our family in love.”
Colton and Jordan’s New Chapter Begins
After more than a year of planning and hoping, Colton and Jordan’s dream of having children is finally coming true. The couple, who live together with their two dogs, Scout and Zooka, are over the moon and ready for all the adventures parenthood will bring.
Congrats on becoming an actual Daddy, Colton!
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