Colton Underwood Opens Up About “Sperm Rehab” and the Two-Year Road to Fatherhood with Husband Jordan C. Brown

Former Bachelor star Colton Underwood has long been in the public eye, but a recent appearance on Two Parents & A Podcast offered a more intimate glimpse into his personal life. Sitting down with his husband, political strategist Jordan C. Brown, Underwood spoke candidly about the couple’s arduous two-year journey to parenthood—a process marked by unexpected challenges, perseverance, and humor, including what he affectionately calls “sperm rehab” .

Facing male infertility was an unexpected hurdle for Underwood. “All my sperm were dead,” he recounted on the podcast, describing the shock he felt upon receiving the diagnosis . The revelation set off a months-long regimen of medical treatments, dietary shifts, and daily routine adjustments. “I had to reconfigure a lot of my daily habits, but it was worth it,” Underwood explained, highlighting both the physical and emotional demands of the process .

Colton and Jordan’s journey reflects broader themes seen in contemporary LGBTQ+ family building. For many same-sex couples, the road to parenthood involves navigating medical, legal, and social barriers. Underwood’s willingness to discuss these obstacles publicly marks a significant step in normalizing conversations around male infertility and reproductive technology within—and beyond—the LGBTQ+ community .

Throughout their journey, the couple worked closely with fertility doctors, surrogates, and egg donors. Underwood has used his platform to highlight the complexity and diversity of modern families. “My goal for ‘Daddyhood’ is to humanize this experience and to show that not just the traditional type of relationships and people are allowed to have families. Everybody can, whether you’re a single dad, a single mom, two moms, two dads, whatever your family dynamic looks like, as long as that baby and kid is loved,” he shared in a recent interview .

Underwood’s description of his fertility journey as “sperm rehab” brings levity to what is often a daunting process. Yet behind the humor is a message of hope and solidarity for anyone navigating infertility. The couple’s two-year ordeal included continuous medical monitoring and significant lifestyle changes, ultimately resulting in fertility numbers that matched Jordan’s—a milestone Underwood celebrated on the podcast .

The process culminated in the successful birth of their son, Bishop. “We’re hoping to have more children soon,” the couple revealed on the podcast, noting that all of their embryos from the IVF process are male, suggesting Bishop may have brothers in the future .

Throughout their journey, Colton and Jordan have emphasized the importance of community—both in terms of expert support and the wider LGBTQ+ network. Underwood’s own podcast, Daddyhood, aims to further these conversations by sharing authentic stories and experiences from a variety of family structures .

While the first year of fatherhood led Underwood to step back from the spotlight, he now plans to return with new projects, including a co-hosting role on Hulu’s upcoming reality series Traitors with Kaitlyn Bristowe, premiering later this month . Through these ventures, he continues to advocate for broader representation of LGBTQ+ families in media.

Underwood’s story is not just about overcoming personal obstacles; it’s about challenging stereotypes and advocating for equality. “I want to continue to serve as a bridge to many different communities and do my part,” he recently told Pride Source .

For LGBTQ+ individuals and couples aspiring to parenthood, Underwood’s journey is a powerful reminder that while the path may be complex, it is paved with possibility, resilience, and love.