Prince HarryandMeghan Markleare soon to be a family of three!
The royal couple are expecting their first child together, Kensington Palace confirmed Monday.
“Their Royal Highnesses have appreciated all of the support they have received from people around the world since their wedding in May and are delighted to be able to share this happy news with the public.”
A royal source tells PEOPLE that Meghan has had her 12-week ultrasound and is “feeling well.”
The happy news comes five months after theirroyal wedding on May 19. The pair began dating in July 2016 after meeting on a blind date and were first revealed as a couple in October 2016. During their high-speed, long-distance courtship, Harry and Meghan spent time together at each other’s respective homes in London and Toronto, where Markle filmedSuits. They nowreside at Kensington Palace.
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Meghan’s mother,Doria Ragland, issued a statement via Kensington Palace, saying: “Ms. Ragland is very happy about this lovely news and she looks forward to welcoming her first grandchild.”
Harry’s brotherPrince Williamand his wifeKate Middletonare “delighted” for the couple — as areQueen Elizabeth, Prince Philip,Prince Charlesand Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, the palace says.
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Senior members of the royal family who were in attendance atPrincess Eugenie’s royal weddingon Friday were able to congratulate the couple in person.
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The royal couple have talked openly about their desire to start a family — withPrince Harryplayfully shooting down asuggestion that he should have five children!
Meghan and Harry both share a love of children, and they are both godparents to several of their friends’ children. They always find a special way toconnect with young kids during official outingsand both support charities that work to better the lives of children all over the world.
“They wanted to see their family and see the kids and be together,” Meghan’s longtime friend and makeup artistDaniel Martin told PEOPLE. “So when it was time to take a photo, it was really easy and harmonious and joyful, and Harry was playing with the kids.”
source: people.com
