The Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William have come out of the hospital to introduce their new baby boy to the world! Showing off the prince on the steps of the Lindo Wing at London’s St Mary’s Hospital this evening, the royal parents looked happy and in good spirits.
Welcome to the family. pic.twitter.com/nKSd5kh5bZ
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) April 23, 2018
The Duke and Duchess made their first appearance for the media and crowds for only a short moment before setting off for Kensington Palace, where it’s thought they’ll be spending their first night as parents of three.
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Kensington Palace gave the public plenty of warning of Kate and William’s plans to come out onto the steps and reveal the new Prince – once again on Twitter – and conveyed Will and Kate’s thanks for all the support they’ve received.
Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge will be leaving St. Mary’s Hospital this evening. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their son will travel home to Kensington Palace.
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) April 23, 2018
Their Royal Highnesses would like to thank all staff at the hospital for the care and treatment they have received. They would also like to thank everyone for their warm wishes.
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) April 23, 2018
The Duchess gave birth after a five-hour labour this morning, with Kensington Palace announcing the news on Twitter a few hours later, noting that both mother and baby were in good health.
Before their first appearance, older siblings Prince George and Princess Charlotte came to visit their new baby brother at the hospital with their dad:
The Duke of Cambridge departs St Mary’s Hospital to see Prince George and Princess Charlotte at Kensington Palace. pic.twitter.com/qOwD4uepgB
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) April 23, 2018
Prince George and Princess Charlotte arrive at St Mary’s to meet their little brother. pic.twitter.com/rfX9rsdJhU
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) April 23, 2018
Congratulations to Kate and William on the new addition to their family! Let’s hear it for royal baby #3!
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