Meghan Markle had been fuelling pregnancy rumours amidst her first major international tour in Australia as a duchess. As per media reports, after touching down in Sydney, Meghan was spotted hiding her baby bump with multiple folders and rumours started doing rounds which convinced many that indeed The Duchess of Sussex is pregnant. However, today, Kensington Palace confirmed Meghan’s pregnancy on their official Twitter handle. It will be Meghan and Harry’s first child and will be welcomed to this world in Spring 2019. Priyanka Chopra or Meghan Markle – Who Do You Think Nailed This Outfit Better?

Meghan and Harry have arrived in Sydney today for the start of a 16-day visit to Australia, Fiji, Tonga and New Zealand. It is their first international trip as the Dutch and Duchess of Sussex, which will officially begin tomorrow and will see the couple watch the Invictus Games, visit Sydney zoo and rural Flying Doctor service, as reported by Mirror. The speculation was sparked when Meghan Markle’s tour schedule indicated she would not be doing a climb over the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Kensington Palace Confirms Meghan Markle’s Pregnancy News

Confirming on the news, Kensington Palace wrote: “Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are very pleased to announce that The Duchess of Sussex is expecting a baby in the Spring of 2019.” In another tweet, the Palace wrote: “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.”

Hundreds of people gathered to catch a glimpse of the couple and cheered as their car was driven into the property a short distance from the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge. This is good news for the royal family and heartiest congratulations to Meghan and Prince. Stay tuned for all the updates.

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