Craig Conover from Southern Charm made the decision to freeze his sperm in order to ensure that he could have children in the future, despite his breakup with girlfriend Paige DeSorbo. The couple had been dating for three years before calling it quits. Craig explained his decision to Paige, who was visibly surprised but ultimately supportive of his choice. He also discussed his plan to eventually start a family with friends Austen Kroll and Shep Rose, stating that becoming a parent is something he ultimately wants.
During the episode, Craig visited a sperm bank to freeze his sperm, taking proactive steps to be a father someday. He mentioned a personal story about someone who couldn’t have children due to a car accident, highlighting the importance of planning for the future. Craig expressed his desire to have children one day but acknowledged that it would be a few years down the line due to Paige’s timeline. He stated that if it were up to him, he would have followed a traditional timeline of dating, getting married, and then having children.
Despite his initial plans, Craig revealed that his relationship with Paige had caused him to adjust his timeline for starting a family. He acknowledged that their differing opinions on timing led them to ultimately break up. Meanwhile, Paige confirmed their split on her podcast, stating that they both voiced their feelings and goals maturely, leading to an amicable breakup. Sources revealed that Craig had plans to propose to Paige before the split, but their long-distance relationship between Charleston and New York City proved to be too challenging for them to overcome.
While Craig and Paige had discussed their future plans for marriage and children, their breakup ultimately stemmed from logistical challenges and the inability to bridge the distance between their two cities. Despite their friends not being surprised by their split, there was sadness for the end of their relationship. Southern Charm viewers got a glimpse into Craig’s personal decisions regarding family planning and the complexities of relationships on the reality series. The show continues to explore the personal lives and challenges of its cast members in its weekly episodes on Bravo.