Westminster, May 6: Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, has given birth to a boy. This is her first child with her husband Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex. The Sussex prince was born at 5.26am (according to UK timing, GMT +1) this morning and weighs 7lbs 3oz. The royal couple confirmed the news through their official Instagram handle on Monday. Royal Baby Sussex is Here: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Welcome a Baby Boy - (View Pic).

"We are pleased to announce that Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Sussex welcomed their firstborn child in the early morning on May 6th, 2019. Their Royal Highnesses’ son weighs 7lbs. 3oz. The Duchess and baby are both healthy and well, and the couple thank members of the public for their shared excitement and support during this very special time in their lives. More details will be shared in the forthcoming days," read the official Instagram account of The Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

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The Duchess of Sussex went into labour "in the early hours of this morning," the palace said in a statement. Prince Harry and Markle's son is the newest addition to the Windsor Family and the first cousin of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's children, Princess Charlotte, Prince George, and Prince Louis.

Here's how Twitter welcomed the Sussex prince:

Meanwhile, The Queen, The Duke of Edinburgh, The Prince of Wales, The Duchess of Cornwall, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Lady Jane Fellowes, Lady Sarah McCorquodale and Earl Spencer have been informed and are overjoyed by the arrival of Sussex Prince.

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