01of 45Dominic Lipinski/PA Wire/Press Association via APMeghan MarkleandPrince Harrystepped out with theirnewborn sonArchie at St. George’s Hall in Windsor Castle (where they had their royal wedding reception!) onWednesday, May 8, 2019, two days afterwelcoming the new additionto the royal family.
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Meghan MarkleandPrince Harrystepped out with theirnewborn sonArchie at St. George’s Hall in Windsor Castle (where they had their royal wedding reception!) onWednesday, May 8, 2019, two days afterwelcoming the new additionto the royal family.
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04of 45Press Association via APAsked what it’s like being a new mom, Meghan said: “It’s magic. It’s pretty amazing. I have the best two guys in the world, so I’m really happy.”
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Asked what it’s like being a new mom, Meghan said: “It’s magic. It’s pretty amazing. I have the best two guys in the world, so I’m really happy.”
05of 45Dominic Lipinski/PA Wire/Press Association via APMeghan went on to say that Archie “has the sweetest temperament. He’s really calm.“Harry then added, “I don’t know where he gets that from!”
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Meghan went on to say that Archie “has the sweetest temperament. He’s really calm.”
Harry then added, “I don’t know where he gets that from!”
06of 45Dominic Lipinski/PA Wire/Press Association via AP"He’s just been a dream,” Meghan said. “It’s been a special couple of days.”
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“He’s just been a dream,” Meghan said. “It’s been a special couple of days.”
07of 45Dominic Lipinski/PA WireMeghan also acknowledged the family’s admirers, saying, “Thank you everyone for all the well wishes and the kindness. It means so much.”
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Meghan also acknowledged the family’s admirers, saying, “Thank you everyone for all the well wishes and the kindness. It means so much.”
08of 45Press Association via AP"Parenting is amazing,” Harry said. “It’s only been two-and-a-half days and we’re just so thrilled to have our own little bundle of joy and spend some precious time with him.”
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“Parenting is amazing,” Harry said. “It’s only been two-and-a-half days and we’re just so thrilled to have our own little bundle of joy and spend some precious time with him.”
09of 45Press Association via AP"Everyone says babies change so much over two weeks," Harry said. “We’re basically monitoring how the changing process happens over this next month really. His looks are changing every single day so who knows [who he looks like].”
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“Everyone says babies change so much over two weeks,” Harry said. “We’re basically monitoring how the changing process happens over this next month really. His looks are changing every single day so who knows [who he looks like].”
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11of 45@SussexRoyal/PA Wire/ShutterstockIn honor of Father’s Day, Harry and Meghan shared anew photo of Archie on their Instagramthat showed the proud dad cradling his newborn son in his arms. In an extra sweet touch, Archie could be seen reaching out to grab ahold of one of his father’s fingers.
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In honor of Father’s Day, Harry and Meghan shared anew photo of Archie on their Instagramthat showed the proud dad cradling his newborn son in his arms. In an extra sweet touch, Archie could be seen reaching out to grab ahold of one of his father’s fingers.
12of 45The new parents shared a sweet photo of Archie from his private christening in July 2019 atQueen Elizabeth’s private chapel at Windsor Castle. The new parents chose the location because they “wanted an intimate, peaceful settingin a place with such a special connection to Her Majesty,” a royal source told PEOPLE.
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The new parents shared a sweet photo of Archie from his private christening in July 2019 atQueen Elizabeth’s private chapel at Windsor Castle. The new parents chose the location because they “wanted an intimate, peaceful settingin a place with such a special connection to Her Majesty,” a royal source told PEOPLE.
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15of 45Tim Rooke/ShutterstockMeghan Markleshowed off her new mom style (with veryfree spirited California vibes!) as she held 2-month-old sonArchie.
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Meghan Markleshowed off her new mom style (with veryfree spirited California vibes!) as she held 2-month-old sonArchie.
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Prince Georgewasn’t far from Archie on the royal cousins' first public playdate.
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Prince Louiswas making the most of the playdate, entertaining his aunt and cousin with his cute antics.
18of 45Samir Hussein/WireImageIt was a warm, sunny day, and Meghan mainly stayed under the shade of a tree with her son in her arms.
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It was a warm, sunny day, and Meghan mainly stayed under the shade of a tree with her son in her arms.
19of 45Samir Hussein/WireImage"She was doting on him, there’s no doubt about that," an onlooker told PEOPLE. “She was kissing and stroking him and bouncing him up and down.”
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“She was doting on him, there’s no doubt about that,” an onlooker told PEOPLE. “She was kissing and stroking him and bouncing him up and down.”
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After the match, Harry met up with Meghan and Archie. The family shared a sweet moment during their first public outing.
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Archie, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry.Sussex Royal Instagram
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Archie sat in mom Meghan’s lap during the meeting, delighting Archbishop Tutu’s daughter, Thandeka Tutu-Gxashe.
“You like me, don’t you? You like the ladies better, don’t you? He’s going to be a ladies' man,” Thandeka joked.
24of 45The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s 2019 holiday card.Starring front and center in the family of three’s 2019 Christmas card was 7-month-old Archie, who looked adorable staring at the camera. “Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. From our family to yours,” Meghan and Harry’s card read.
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s 2019 holiday card.
Starring front and center in the family of three’s 2019 Christmas card was 7-month-old Archie, who looked adorable staring at the camera. “Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. From our family to yours,” Meghan and Harry’s card read.
25of 45Prince Harry and son Archie.Sussex RoyalsDespite the beautiful scenery behind them, all eyes were on Archie andPrince Harryin an adorablefather-son shotreleased to ring in 2020.
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Prince Harry and son Archie.Sussex Royals
Despite the beautiful scenery behind them, all eyes were on Archie andPrince Harryin an adorablefather-son shotreleased to ring in 2020.
26of 45Meghan Markle and Archie.The Duke of Sussex/@SaveChildrenUKArchie marked in his 1st birthday on May 6, 2020, with storytime in his new home of Los Angeles. Meghan read one of his favorite books,Duck! Rabbit!
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Meghan Markle and Archie.The Duke of Sussex/@SaveChildrenUK
Archie marked in his 1st birthday on May 6, 2020, with storytime in his new home of Los Angeles. Meghan read one of his favorite books,Duck! Rabbit!
27of 45Meghan Markle and Archie.The Duke of Sussex/@SaveChildrenUKWhen Meghan finished reading the story, Harry, who filmed the moment in a sweet video, yelled out, “Yay! The end! Woo! Bravo!” Archie then smiled sweetly and appeared to say “dada.”
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When Meghan finished reading the story, Harry, who filmed the moment in a sweet video, yelled out, “Yay! The end! Woo! Bravo!” Archie then smiled sweetly and appeared to say “dada.”
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The 2020 Sussex family Christmas card.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex
The card offered a glimpse of Meghan and Harry’s dogs Pula and Guy, plus their backyard — and Archie’s special playhouse!
“Archie is really happy, and he has space to run free,” a source previously told PEOPLE. “The house came with a play structure that he’ll be climbing in no time.”
29of 45Archie.The Duke and Duchess of SussexFor Archie’s 2nd birthday, his parents shared a whimsical photo of the little guy holding balloons.
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Archie.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex
For Archie’s 2nd birthday, his parents shared a whimsical photo of the little guy holding balloons.
30of 45CBSDuring Mom and Dad’s 2021 interview withOprah Winfrey, a brief video clipshowed Archie running on the beach.
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During Mom and Dad’s 2021 interview withOprah Winfrey, a brief video clipshowed Archie running on the beach.
31of 45Meghan Markle and Archie.CBSThe little guy even outran the family dog!
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Meghan Markle and Archie.CBS
The little guy even outran the family dog!
32of 45CBSAnd got a hug from Mom.“To have outdoor space where I can go for walks with Archie and we go for walks as a family and with the dogs. You know, we go on hikes or go down to the beach, which is so close,” Harry told Oprah of the benefits of moving to California.
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And got a hug from Mom.
“To have outdoor space where I can go for walks with Archie and we go for walks as a family and with the dogs. You know, we go on hikes or go down to the beach, which is so close,” Harry told Oprah of the benefits of moving to California.
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Prince Harry, Meghan Markle and Archie.Misan Harriman/Instagram
PhotographerMisan Harrimanshared anew photofrom thefamily’s maternity shoot on March 8, 2021,hours after theirsit-down interview with Oprah Winfreyaired, which saw them share the news that theirsecond child on the way is a girl.
34of 45Archie Mountbatten-Windsor.The Ellen Degeneres ShowIn a late 2021 chat withEllen DeGeneres, Meghan shared a photo of Archie hanging with his pals at the “chick inn.““He’s so sweet with the chickens, too,” said DeGeneres, who is neighbors with Meghan and Harry in Montecito and often visits with the family. “Archie is just such a gentle soul.“Meghan smiled and replied, “Aww, thank you.”
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Archie Mountbatten-Windsor.The Ellen Degeneres Show
In a late 2021 chat withEllen DeGeneres, Meghan shared a photo of Archie hanging with his pals at the “chick inn.”
“He’s so sweet with the chickens, too,” said DeGeneres, who is neighbors with Meghan and Harry in Montecito and often visits with the family. “Archie is just such a gentle soul.”
Meghan smiled and replied, “Aww, thank you.”
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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s 2021 holiday card with Archie and Lilibet.Alexi Lubomirski
36of 45Meghan Markle and Archie.NetflixIn their 2022 Netflix documentary, Meghan and Harry shared a handful of sweet moments with their kids, like this Archie and Mama snuggle.
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Meghan Markle and Archie.Netflix
In their 2022 Netflix documentary, Meghan and Harry shared a handful of sweet moments with their kids, like this Archie and Mama snuggle.
37of 45Prince Harry and Archie.NetflixIn another snap, Harry cradled his son under an umbrella.
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Prince Harry and Archie.Netflix
In another snap, Harry cradled his son under an umbrella.
38of 45Meghan Markle, Archie, Doria Ragland and Prince Harry.NetflixBirthday boy! Royal watchers got a glimpse of the little guy’s 1st birthday celebrations in the documentary.
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Meghan Markle, Archie, Doria Ragland and Prince Harry.Netflix
Birthday boy! Royal watchers got a glimpse of the little guy’s 1st birthday celebrations in the documentary.
39of 45Prince Harry and Meghan Markle with their children, Princess Lilibet and Prince Archie.Netflix/YoutubeAnother sweet image included the whole family of four.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle with their children, Princess Lilibet and Prince Archie.Netflix/Youtube
Another sweet image included the whole family of four.
40of 45NetflixArchie and his Papa shared a moment in the sunshine.
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Archie and his Papa shared a moment in the sunshine.
41of 45NetflixThe little guy showed lots of determination as he got to work baking.
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The little guy showed lots of determination as he got to work baking.
42of 45NetflixHe also dipped his toes in what’s presumably the Pacific Ocean.
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He also dipped his toes in what’s presumably the Pacific Ocean.
43of 45Prince Harry and Meghan Markle with Lilibet and Archie in 2022.NetflixAnd sat supportively as his little sis celebrated her own milestone birthday.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle with Lilibet and Archie in 2022.Netflix
And sat supportively as his little sis celebrated her own milestone birthday.
44of 45NetflixHe plays piano!
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He plays piano!
45of 45NetflixAnd in another sweet image from the documentary, he enjoyed a ride courtesy of Grandma Doria Ragland.
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And in another sweet image from the documentary, he enjoyed a ride courtesy of Grandma Doria Ragland.
source: people.com
