New Idea 29 October 2018

It’s finally official. After weeks of whispers and bump-concealing outfits, Duchess Meghan and Prince Harry have announced they are expecting their first baby together. And the rumour mill is going into overdrive that it could be double baby joy for the royal couple, as London bookies have slashed the odds of Meghan giving birth to twins from 8:1 to 4:1. However, while the palace has only confirmed that Meghan is expecting one child, New Idea has learned that Meghan and Harry are secretly hopeful they will be expecting twins. “Meghan has talked about wanting twins for a really long time. Her best friend Jessica Mulroney has twins and she’s always said that having a boy and girl would be perfect,” spilled a royal insider. “I know she talked about IVF and fertility drugs.…

As the Duke and Duchess of Sussex continue their first official overseas tour together one thing is certain: Prince Harry’s mother, Diana, is never far from their thoughts. While most were focused on Meghan’s burgeoning bump, some eagle-eyed royal watchers noticed that the intricate butterfly earrings she wore to her meeting with the Governor General were the same that Diana wore during a trip to Canada with Charles in 1986. It’s not the first time Meghan has sported Diana’s jewels. Not only is the duchess’ engagement ring made with diamonds from Diana’s collection, but she also wore her famous aquamarine ring to her wedding reception.…

Meghan isn’t the only member of the royal family with baby news. The Duchess of Cambridge’s younger sister, Pippa Middleton, welcomed a baby boy with husband James Matthews last week. A spokesperson for the couple revealed that they are over the moon with their new addition to the family. “Everyone is delighted and mother and baby are doing well.” Born in the Lindo Wing of St Mary’s – the same hospital where Kate has given birth to all three of her children – the baby boy, who is unnamed as we go to print, is said to weigh a healthy 3.8kg.…

Echoing memories of Diana by wearing some of the late princess’ precious jewels, the Duchess of Sussex’s mannerisms are also giving royal fans goosebumpinducing flashbacks of Prince Harry’s late mother. As the Duke and Duchess of Sussex continue to dazzle on their Australian tour, it’s clear to see that Meghan’s relaxed and compassionate approach to members of the public bears a striking resemblance to Diana, who was affectionately named The People’s Princess. During a walkabout at Sydney Opera House on the first day of their tour, the royal couple were inundated with flowers, gifts and teddy bears following their exciting baby announcement earlier that day. But when Harry spotted 98-year-old war widow Daphne Dunne – who has met the Prince during two of his other visits to Australia – in the crowd, he…

There was a touching moment between Prince Harry and a little boy in Dubbo last week. As Harry and wife Meghan greeted local schoolchildren, all eyes were on Luke Vincent, 5, who was caught on camera scratching the duke’s beard before presenting the duchess with a bouquet of flowers and giving her a big hug. Hearts melted as little Luke – who has Down Syndrome – then had a cuddle with the prince and the couple once again displayed the kindness and compassion they’ve showed throughout the royal tour. In an interview the next day, Luke’s teacher Anne Van Darrel said, “Luke’s favourite person was Santa Claus … and now it’s Prince Harry.“…

ROYAL SECURITY SCARE Seemingly at ease as he moves through the crowds and poses for pictures, Prince Harry has been proudly introducing new wife Meghan to delighted royal fans during their Aussie tour. But a darker truth has put a strain on the prince, prompting emergency measures to protect the newly pregnant duchess. With an Australian newspaper breaking strict guidelines and printing the couple’s full tour itinerary, Australian Special Forces were left scrambling. “The media were given, in confidence, the details of the royal tour,” says our informer, who we cannot name. “It did contain a list of appearances where the public could catch a glimpse of both His Royal Highness and the Duchess of Sussex. However, it also contained privileged information regarding places they would be visiting in private.” Police and armed forces had…