Brian and Arthur's surrogacy journey: 'People see how loud and proud we are'

Brian Dowling and Arthur Gourounlian charted their surrogacy journey from start to finish for a new RTÉ documentary. They talk parenthood with Mary Cate Smith

Brian Dowling Gourounlian, Arthur Gourounlian, and their daughter Blake. Pic: Nina Val

“It was the most natural thing in the world.” 

Brian Dowling Gourounlian is talking about holding his daughter Blake for the very first time. For his partner, Arthur Gourounlian, those first few moments with Blake were almost bittersweet.