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I'm happy for them. I thought an announcement would be coming soon. The children will be almost two years apart in age and she's indicated before that she didn't want large gaps between them. As for conceiving with this Malta trip on the horizon, HG is not the always the same between...

King Juan Carlos to Abdicate? I saw this trending on my FB feed this morning. CNN is reporting that King JC will be abdicating in favor of The Crown Prince. No reason is being given for the abdication, nor a date when it will become effective. The Guardian has it, too.

It was detailed in a separate piece. Countess of Wessex breaks down as she meets midwives who saved her life

:previous:I agree. I'm merely pointing out that while it is silly and strange to refer to the Duchess by her full maiden name, "Kate Middleton" sells papers. In that vein (and in light of the fact that there is so much that is offensive about the article), since they've opted to use the name...

While the author did take some digs at the Duchess of Cambridge, referring to her as "Middleton" instead of "Kate Middleton" wasn't likely supposed to be offensive. Granted, it's silly (and misinformed) to refer to her by her maiden name almost three years after her wedding, but if she were...

IMO, stating that the Duchess of Cornwall would be known as Princess consort at the time of Charles' taking the throne was a PR measure taken to placate the people who felt that Camilla was somehow taking Diana's place. I don't think it was ever really intended to be serious. The palace was...

And I disagree, especially since there isn't really anything historic about it. It's a family event. This is really a case of mileage varying, as I am just as confident in my opinion as you are in yours.

I don't think it's a "pity." Yes, Prince George is to become King in due course, but his christening is really a private family event. It's nice that the BRF releases photos (a mutually beneficial choice, as without public interest, the monarchy would not exist), but it isn't a state event...

I was getting ready to suggest that. Only he'd be Prince George, not 'the,' as he isn't the child of the sovereign.

The more I say his name, the more I like the rhythm of it. I don't love George, despite its familial connections, but I like the sturdiness of it. Wikipedia already has the baby incorrectly titled "The Prince George Alexander Louis."

Really? George is a really common name in my area, and I know of none nicknamed "Jordy". Happy that Alexander made the cut, and I love the connection with one of William's middle names, Louis. William and Catherine have shown they are willing to make personal changes to tradition where they see...

I'm surprised there are only three names!

Is the announcement confirmed? I haven't seen anything yet, despite my Googling...

:previous:That's the most apt name, based on his looks alone!:rofl: And if his looks hold steady, he'll reign as HM King Cutiepie.

I'm hoping they don't go with George because he doesn't look like one to me. If they must, I hope it's as a second third or fourth name (or even a second son!), but seeing as Charles and Diana didn't give it to either of their sons, I can't see it being a requirement for William. I also hope...

My son received his post-birth vaccinations in the hospital, then at his first pediatrician appointment, he got one more, so MMV on vaccines in the US. I think she's probably better off than people are assuming here. For some women, rest is all they want or need post-partum, but for many, after...

I don't particularly care for the name Louis, but I don't think it would be so associated with the French, considering both Charles and Philip's relationships with Louis Mountbatten. And it is one of William's middle names, so I wouldn't dismiss it just yet. Looking at Baby C, while Philip is...

To me, the little fella didn't really favor one parent over the other until I saw this photo. He's looking a lot like Dad in this one.

I'm pretty sure Catherine carried him down the stairs and William took him as they began answering questions. I haven't seen this as a negative thing, either.

I know some people were thinking that TRH knew the sex of their baby before he was born, but their clothing reminded me of when I was pregnant and I was preparing my hospital bag. Everyone was sure I was having a girl -- old wives' tales of how I carried, etc. -- but I was drawn to blue. We...

Maybe we'll find out for the next baby!

Well, there was more than one dress in the bag...;)

The likely reason is regulatory. Some jurisdictions and/or hospitals require at least a 24 or 48 hour stay post vaginal childbirth, 72 hours after a cesarean. Some don't have any such requirements, so if a mother is well and suffered no complication (and CPss Victoria had physicians on hand...

I agree with this, completely. This was something that I think Charles and his circle never really understood, either. Diana was a teenager when she got involved with Charles. Some 19-year-olds are very mature; Diana did not seem to be. Charles was much older and came to the relationship with a...

He is such a little bundle! My nephew was born at that same weight, with the same big hands, too. Baby Cambridge is a good size for snuggling!