Hello, world! Prince Harry, Meghan welcome baby boy

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, gave birth to a 'healthy' boy on Monday.

The royals announced the news on their Instagram handle, saying "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."

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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.

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According to reports, Prince Harry and Meghan are still thinking of names for their newborn boy.

The royal family said in a statement on Twitter, "The Duchess’s mother, Doria Ragland, who is overjoyed by the arrival of her first grandchild, is with Their Royal Highnesses at Frogmore Cottage. Her Royal Highness and the baby are both doing well."


The Duchess went into labour early on Monday with her husband Prince Harry by her side, Buckingham Palace had announced.

"The Duchess went into labour in the early hours of this morning," it said in a statement.

"The Duke of Sussex was by her royal highness' side. An announcement will be made soon," the palace added.


Prince Harry and Meghan revealed they were expecting their first baby in October, at the outset of a 16-day tour of Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and Tonga.

Buckingham Palace also said last month Prince Harry and Meghan wanted to keep the arrival of their first child "private".