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Charlotte McIntyre

BBC presenter announces birth of baby boy via surrogate with partner of 15 years

Morning Live's Dr James Greenwood has revealed he has welcomed a baby boy via surrogate with his partner of 15 years, Mark.

The TV doctor shared the news on Instagram as he confirmed he and his partner were "bursting with joy".

James shared a picture of Rachel – who carried their son – in hospital cradling the newborn after giving birth to a baby boy as the doctor and his partner posed either side.

He captioned the post: "Here we go!!! We are all so thrilled and our hearts are bursting with joy. Introducing Oliver James Titterton-Greenwood, born 9.54 pm last night, 7.8 pounds.

Rachel carried James and Mark's son (@drjgreenwood/Instagram)
James and Mark announced the news in March (drjgreenwood/Instagram)

"Baby and Dads all doing great, more importantly so is our incredible surrogate Rachael - the most incredible human being on this planet who has blown us all away with her phenomenal generosity and incredible strength."

"Our hearts are overflowing with joy. J&M Xxx," he added.

The happy couple were congratulated by the Morning Live star's followers, as one commented: "Congratulations guys! Welcome to the beautiful chaos of parenthood x," while another added: "Just WOW congratulations to the whole family."

A third commented: "Congratulations guys Love the name! Hope everyone is well!! You will be the best dads!! Xxxx."

Presenter and Strictly Come Dancing winner Stacey Dooley wrote: "Yesyesyesyesyesyesyes" alongside a yellow heart emoji.

Dr James Greenwood appears on Morning Live (@drjgreenwood/Instagram)

James previously confirmed the news that he and Mark were expecting a baby together in an Instagram post in March while the couple were on holiday in the French Alps.

They shared a loved-up snap of them on a skiing holiday, telling their followers that this would be their last holiday before welcoming a new addition to the family.

James captioned the post: "He wrote: "Having not been abroad together for nearly 4 years, it felt so perfect to be back in the sunny and snow capped French Alps this past week, to the place where we met almost 15 years ago.

"Made even more poignant - this time - as the last holiday we’ll have just us two … as we are completely thrilled to share with you that in a matter of weeks we shall be welcoming the sound of tiny feet into our lives - our wonderful and INCREDIBLE surrogate and her most beautiful family, who we love so very much, have become such a massive part of our lives and words cannot begin to express how lucky we feel right now. Shall keep you posted, and so here begins a whole new chapter …"

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