It's A Girl for Victoria and Daniel! Estelle Silvia Ewa Mary: February 23, 2012

[Archduchess Zelia]

Not really too soon, Victoria was born 14 July, christened 29 September that's 2 and half months old. Madeleine was also two and half months old when she was christened, only with Carl Philip it took longer 3 and half months, but AFAIK he was born early so that may be the reason why. If they follow the patern Estelle may be very well christened in the first half of May.

What I meant was that having a christening in Sweden on May 19 and a christening in Denmark on May 20 is too soon after each other.

 

[Iva]

What I meant was that having a christening in Sweden on May 19 and a christening in Denmark on May 20 is too soon after each other.

All clear now. We'll have to wait and see what date in May they choose, if Roger Lundgren got right info.

 

[Esmerelda]

Royal expert Roger Lundgren has posted in this message board that Bertil Ternert told him that the christening will take place in May.
The Scandinavian Royals Message Board: Re: Christening at Mgeltnder church 20 May 2012

If that's true, I think the Christening will be at the beginning of May to avoid 'upstaging' the Danish Princess. Or it might be wishful thinking on my part- I don't want to wait too long!

 

[LadyFinn]

If that's true, I think the Christening will be at the beginning of May to avoid 'upstaging' the Danish Princess. Or it might be wishful thinking on my part- I don't want to wait too long!

But it could as well be on 26th or 27th May...

 

[grevinnan]

But it could as well be on 26th or 27th May...

Mors Dag (Mother's Day) is the 27th,, probably not the day they choose.

 

[LadyFinn]

Victoria, Carl Philip and Madeleine were all christened on working days, maybe they will follow the tradition with Estelle also?

 

[Iva]

It's possible, but hopefully they'll go with Saturday or Sunday.

 

[Hans-Rickard]

It's possible, but hopefully they'll go with Saturday or Sunday.

Nearly all christenings in the church of Sweden is on a saturday or sunday nowdays so i think that's most likely. And sunday would be the best day if they want as many people as possible to be able to watch it on the television.

 

[Hans-Rickard]

If that's true, I think the Christening will be at the beginning of May to avoid 'upstaging' the Danish Princess. Or it might be wishful thinking on my part- I don't want to wait too long!

It won't collide with the danish christening. I'm sure they want Frederik and Mary and maybe also Margrethe as guests.

 

[LadyFinn]

From magazine "S"
De syns på Haga som en helt vanlig familj - Tidningen S
Google translation

Now it is ready - the people's gift to Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel. During the fall, all parents with children up to 2 years had the opportunity to participate in the largest photo book with baby photos. Photobook will in days to be submitted as a gift to Victoria and Daniel.
Önskefoto - Svenska folket har tillsammans med Önskefoto gjort Sveriges största... - Mynewsdesk

 

[Esmerelda]

It won't collide with the danish christening. I'm sure they want Frederik and Mary and maybe also Margrethe as guests.

Margrethe? Did King Carl Gustaf go to Christian's christening?

 

[Iva]

No, Victoria was the only one there from Sweden. Actually no senior royals except the immediate family, the same for Ingrid Alexandra, so I don't expect many senior royals at Estelle's christening either.

 

[Hans-Rickard]

No, Victoria was the only one there from Sweden. Actually no senior royals except the immediate family, the same for Ingrid Alexandra, so I don't expect many senior royals at Estelle's christening either.

You are right. It won't be many senior royals there outside the immediate family. I did not say that i expect Margrethe to attend. It will most likely be Frederik and Mary from Denmark.

But I won't be surprised if she will join F and M to the christening as Victoria is way more close to Margrethe than Frederik is to Carl Gustaf.

 

[LadyFinn]

Victoria was talking with a reporter from Aftonbladet about the life with Estelle. She was walking at the Haga Park with Estelle.
Starlounge quotes the interview:
Victoria said that it is a great feeling to have an own child. Things are going well, but they're not completely in sync, Estelle and she, yet. But she eats and sleeps, says Victoria and continues: I would like to get this time to myself, along with Estelle. It's important to take advantage of it and the chance to be home now when I can.
Kronprinsessan om livet med Estelle - Victorias mammalycka: "En härlig tid" - MSN Starlounge
Google translation

Finnish MTV quotes also Aftonbladet. Victoria was wearing a cap and a dark coat. She talked politely with Aftonbladet´s reporter, but she didn´t want to be photographed. Victoria seemed to feel very well, she looked well rested. She revealed that she is very glad that Estelle is a child of spring.
Prinsessa Victoria vauvaonnestaan: Ihana tunne - MTV3.fi - Viihde - Uutiset

Victoria and Daniel have hired a nanny to Estelle. She is Elisabeth Zimmermann, 65 years, who was also Victoria´s, Carl Philip´s and Madeleine´s nanny, she worked for the court between 1979 and 1991.
Victoria i Aftonbladet - första intervjun sedan födseln « Hovbloggen

Victoria von Schweden: Erstmals spricht sie über ihre Mutterrolle - BUNTE

 

[ursulajohanna]

Thanks for the new information about Victoria and her daughter Estelle.
But it is pity that the crown princess given no okay to publish a pic - yesterday was a good day, her nameday!

Victoria was talking with a reporter from Aftonbladet about the life with Estelle. She was walking at the Haga Park with Estelle.
Starlounge quotes the interview:
Victoria said that it is a great feeling to have an own child. Things are going well, but they're not completely in sync, Estelle and she, yet. But she eats and sleeps, says Victoria and continues: I would like to get this time to myself, along with Estelle. It's important to take advantage of it and the chance to be home now when I can.
Kronprinsessan om livet med Estelle - Victorias mammalycka: "En härlig tid" - MSN Starlounge
Google translation

Finnish MTV quotes also Aftonbladet. Victoria was wearing a cap and a dark coat. She talked politely with Aftonbladet´s reporter, but she didn´t want to be photographed. Victoria seemed to feel very well, she looked well rested. She revealed that she is very glad that Estelle is a child of spring.
Prinsessa Victoria vauvaonnestaan: Ihana tunne - MTV3.fi - Viihde - Uutiset

Victoria and Daniel have hired a nanny to Estelle. She is Elisabeth Zimmermann, 65 years, who was also Victoria´s, Carl Philip´s and Madeleine´s nanny, she worked for the court between 1979 and 1991.
Victoria i Aftonbladet - första intervjun sedan födseln « Hovbloggen

Victoria von Schweden: Erstmals spricht sie über ihre Mutterrolle - BUNTE

 

[LadyFinn]

A photo of the nanny Elisabeth Zimmermann in this article
Prinzessin Victoria: Eine Prinzessin im Mutterglück - News auf Gala.de

 

[Esmerelda]

Wow, the nanny must be committed. Going back to work at age 65.

 

[Esmerelda]

Gun salute on 23 February with a clear view of the shots as well as an interview with a major of the Victoria Battalion.
http://tv4play-production.heroku.co...gen_saluteras_pa_skeppsholmen&videoid=2162059

 

[principessa]

I wonder if Sofia and Chris will be invited to the christening of little Estelle?

 

[Iva]

I wonder if Sofia and Chris will be invited to the christening of little Estelle?

I don't think so, unless they get engaged before the christening.

 

[LadyFinn]

Kronprinsesse victoria - - Det er fantastisk. En herlig følelse. - Seoghør.no Kongelige

Expressen contacted Elisabeth Zimmermann and congratulated her on the honor of becoming Estelles nanny. She thanked and said that she is very happy.
When do you start?
- You should talk to Bertil Ternert on the court about that.
When they were thinking about Estelle´s nanny, Victoria thought immediately of Elizabeth Zimmermann, who gave her such loving care. A few days after birth Elisabeth was contacted - and with a period of thinking, she replied yes because she is retired and thinks she has time to take care of Estelle when Victoria and Daniel have to be away from home.
How does it feel to have got the job?
- I am very pleased.
Have you seen the little one?
- Yes, I have.
Elisabeth, 65 - Estelles barnsköterska | Nyheter | Expressen
Google translation

Aftonbladet has put the story of Victoria and Estelle walking at the Haga Park to it´s website. Almost everything has been told in previous posts. According to the article the court has no exact plans about when they will publish a photo of the new family.
’Det är en stor omställning’ | Nyheter | Aftonbladet

 

[Artemisia]

Thank you for the article, LadyFinn.
Elisabeth Zimmermann certainly sounds like a very dedicated lady. Then again, she was effectively a second mother figure for Victoria, Carl-Philip and Madeleine, and was a natural choice; I'm sure the crown princely couple will resume their engagements more easily knowing their little one is in such expert hands.

 

[Esmerelda]

Victoria was looked after by a lady who was nanny to the King and the Haga Princesses. It's nice to know that the Swedish Royal Family develops such a close relationship with their staff.

 

[LadyFinn]

Victoria, Daniel with Estelle were seen walking at Haga Park with Daniel´s parents on Friday 2nd March.
En kunglig promenad « Korvasbloggen
Google translation

And another person saw Victoria, Daniel and Estelle walking at Haga Park on Saturday 3rd March.
Löpträning i Hagaparken | Sportguiden

 

[LadyFinn]

About the christening of Estelle, will Victoria and Daniel follow the traditions?
Nytänkande och tradition vid prinsessdopet - DN.SE
Google translation

 

[ghost_night554]

Aw cute I like hearing that they go for almost daily walks. I'm excited for the announcement of the christening date and I'm also excited for the first proper family photo.

 

[fairy tale]

It says the chistening date is May 16th!!

http://svenskdam.se/2012/03/svensk-damtidning-avslojar-estelle-dops-den-16-maj/
Google Translation

 

[Lumutqueen]

To believe or not?
Wouldn't it be released by the court first?

 

[Esmerelda]

Hmm. I can't find anything on the Royal Court's website.

 

[kathia_sophia]

i hope it ends up true, i cant wait for the christening (must be a glamourous celebration, if it is like Vic, CP and Madeleine's christenings) and for the official family portrait.

i know Princess Estelle was just born 1 month ago, but i see Victoria doing the same as the other princesses, having the second child when the first child is almost 2 years old^^ next year we'll propably hear more joyfull announcements!!!