12:45 PM PDT, April 16, 2018
Bringing home a baby is always a wondrous occasion, especially if you're a royal. Fans of the royal family camp out for hours, and sometimes days, to get a peak at the newest little member of clan, for a welcome to the world that's fit for a king or queen! Here's a look at the fanfare surrounding royal babies and their parents through the years.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Leave the Lindo Wing With Their Newborn Son
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, welcomed their first child into the world on July 22, 2013. Prince George Alexander Louis weighed 8 pounds, 6 ounces and is third in line to the throne.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Leave the Lindo Wing With Their Newborn Son
Prince George's first foray in a car seat left much to be desired, apparently.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Leave the Lindo Wing With Their Newborn Son
Onlookers cheered and clapped as Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, left the Lindo Wing of St Mary's Hospital with their newborn son on July 23, 2013.
The Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Depart The Lindo Wing With Their Daughter
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, welcomed their second child into the world on May 2, 2015. Princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana weighed 8 pounds and 3 ounces and is fourth in line to the throne.
Prince William Brings His Son to Meet His New Sister
Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, brought his firstborn, Prince George of Cambridge, to meet his new sister at the Lindo at St Mary's Hospital on May 2, 2015.
Prince Edward and Baby Louise
Prince Edward, the youngest son of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, became a father with the birth of his daughter, Lady Louise Windsor, on Nov. 8, 2003.
Earl & Countess of Wessex Welcome a Baby Boy in 2007
Prince Edward welcomes with his wife, Sophie, Countess of Wessex, their second child. James Alexander Philip Theo, Viscount Severn, was born on Dec. 17, 2007.
Lady Sarah Chatto and Her Husband Welcome Baby Samuel to the World
Lady Sarah Chatto, the daughter of Princess Margaret and niece of Queen Elizabeth II, and her husband Daniel, welcomed a baby boy on July 28, 1996. They were seen leaving the hospital as a family on Aug. 1, 1996.
Prince Andrew and Sarah, Duchess of York, With Daughter Princess Beatrice
Prince Andrew and his then-wife, Sarah, Duchess of York, welcomed their first child, Princess Beatrice, on Aug. 8, 1988.
Princess Diana Brings the Boys to Visit Their Aunt and New Cousin
Princess Diana, Prince William and Prince Harry visited Sarah, Duchess of York, after the birth of Princess Beatrice at the Portland Hospital on Aug. 10, 1988.
Prince Andrew, Sarah, Duchess of York and Their Daughter Princess Eugenie
Prince Andrew and Sarah were all smiles after the birth of their daughter, Princess Eugenie Victoria Helena of York on March 23, 1990. They left the Portland Hospital together on March 30, 1990.
Princess Diana, Prince Charles and Their First Child, Prince William
Princess Diana, Prince Charles and Prince William were seen leaving St. Mary's Hospital on June 22, 1982. Prince William was born the day before and is second in line to the throne.
Prince Charles, Princess Diana and Prince Henry, Better Known as Harry
Prince Charles and Princess Diana leave the hospital with their second son, Prince Henry, who is better known as Prince Harry.
Prince William Visits His Baby Brother
Like he would go on to do with his own son, Prince William went to St. Mary's Hospital to visit his baby sibling on Sept. 16, 1984. The little prince was a little over 2 years old at the time.
Princess Anne, a Trendsetter, Breaks With Tradition to Deliver Her Baby at a Hospital
Princess Anne, Queen Elizabeth II's only daughter, broke with the tradition of giving birth in a palace or castle and had her children in a hospital. She was pictured leaving St. Mary's Hospital with her second child, 3-day-old Zara Phillips, on May 18, 1981.