The waiting game is over!
Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, have officially announced the name of their first child, a son born on Monday, Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor.
The royal couple made the exciting announcement Wednesday via their official Instagram account, ending several days of feverish speculation about the baby’s name.
The announcement came with a black and white photo showing a beaming Queen Elizabeth II meeting her new grandson. The monarch was flanked by her husband Prince Philip, her grandson Prince Harry while at Meghan’s side stood her mother, Doria Ragland.
Update:
The first pictures of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s baby are here!
Royal fans around the world were given their first ever glimpse of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s son today as Baby Sussex made his very first public appearance along with his thrilled parents Prince Harry and Meghan.
The boy, who is seventh-in-line to the throne, was lovingly cradled by first-time father Harry at Windsor Castle.
The historic photocall took place two days after Meghan gave birth at a London hospital on Monday morning.
The baby’s name has not yet been revealed, but beaming Harry and Meghan seem to be loving every moment of parenthood. A radiant Meghan declared: ‘It’s magic, it’s pretty amazing. He’s just been the dream so it’s been a special couple of days.
‘I have the two best guys in the world so I’m really happy. He has the sweetest temperament, he’s really calm.’
Baby Sussex is revealed to the world and he is so cute!!! ???
Baby Sussex is revealed to the world and he is so cute!!! ???
Posted by Daily Mail on Wednesday, May 8, 2019
Congratulations to the happy couple, and welcome to the world little one! We can’t wait to see more of you!
Update:
Prince Harry and Meghan pay emotional tribute to Princess Diana after birth of their son
Proud new dad Harry has been seen gushing over his bride and their new son after the birth of their bundle of joy was announced just yesterday:
“I’m so incredibly proud of my wife,” Harry said. “As every father and parent would ever say, your baby is absolutely amazing, but this little thing is absolutely to die for so I’m just over the moon.”
Prince Harry was a mere 12-years-old when his mother, Diana, Princess of Wales, died in an infamous car accident in Paris.
Just like his beloved mother was, Prince Harry has been actively involved with charitable organizations that strive to make the world a better place.
When Harry and Meghan Markle tied the knot last year, the couple paid tribute to Diana by way of Meghan wearing a wedding ring crafted with diamonds from the late Princess of Wales’ personal collection. In addition, St. George’s Chapel was filled with Diana’s favorite flowers.
So it came as no surprise that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have included a touching tribute to the late Princess Diana in their announcement confirming they have welcomed a baby boy.
A statement released by the Palace revealed that, in line with royal protocol, the Queen was among the first to be informed of the news.
However – along with the Duke of Edinburgh, the Prince of Wales, the Duchess of Cornwall and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge – Diana’s siblings Lady Jane Fellowes, Lady Sarah McCorquodale and Earl Spencer were also notified of the news.
This differs from the birth of Prince Louis in April 2018, when Prince William and Kate informed The Queen, The Duke of Edinburgh, The Prince of Wales, The Duchess of Cornwall, Prince Harry, along with ‘members of both families’.
The Palace also confirmed that Meghan’s mother Doria Ragland was staying with the couple at Frogmore Cottage, however there was no mention of whether her father Thomas Markle had been informed of the news.
In any case, it’s a nice gesture made by Prince Harry, and one that shows just how much Diana’s memory means to him.
Prince Diana may be gone, but her legacy lives on today and always.
If you’d like to join us in commemorating Princess Diana’s memory and congratulating Prince Harry and Meghan – So Share This!
Original story:
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are the proud parents of a baby boy!
The royal couple announced the joyful news on Instagram. They shared their happiness of the birth of their newborn on @SussexRoyal, their new Instagram account that was launched on April 2.
In the caption, the proud parents wrote: “We are pleased to announce that Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Sussex welcomed their firstborn child in the early morning on May 6th, 2019. Their Royal Highnesses’ son weighs 7lbs. 3oz.
“The Duchess and baby are both healthy and well, and the couple thank members of the public for their shared excitement and support during this very special time in their lives. More details will be shared in the forthcoming days.”
As per BBC, Prince Harry has stated that both he and Meghan are “absolutely thrilled” to become parents, and wished to thank the public for all their kind words and support.
The name of the baby boy, who is Harry and Meghan’s first child, will be announced in due course.
The royal couple previously announced that they are keeping the plans around the arrival of their baby private, which means royal fans should not expect for Meghan to pose on the steps of a hospital like Kate Middleton did after the birth of each of her three children.
However, royal fans will get to see the happy couple with their new baby soon after the birth. Within a few days after welcoming their first child, Meghan and Harry will take part in a photo op with their new baby on the grounds of Windsor Castle.
The royal baby is the seventh in line of succession after Prince Charles, Prince William, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis and Prince Harry.
“This is a very happy time for Meghan and Harry,” says a source. “This baby has brought them even closer.”
Congratulations to the happy couple and best wishes! Soak in all of the newborn moments, they grow too quickly!