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LIVE Blog: Kate, William & Baby Still in Hospital, Visitors Arrive, Celebrations

NOTE: We’re switching things up a bit today, putting the latest news at the top of the post.

Meet HRH, the Prince of Cambridge.

ABC News

ABC News

I’m wrapping up a proper post, until then, another quick peek.

PA Wire

PA Wire

12:30pm UPDATE:
Prince Charles and Camilla have arrived to visit, Georgina Brewer of ITN News was kind enough to post this photo on Twitter.

Georgina Brewer ITV

Georgina Brewer ITV

Atika Shubert of CNN shared this photo of the couple headed in to congratulate the new parents and see HRH, Prince of Cambridge. A spokeswoman said the couple “…were really keen” to see the new baby.

Atika Shubert, CNN (@AtikaCNN)

Atika Shubert, CNN (@AtikaCNN)

In David Wilkinson’s picture you can see just how crowded the street is, and how much closer to the front door people are.

David Wilkinson, CNN Twitter

David Wilkinson, CNN Twitter

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11:45 am UPDATE: Carole & Michael Middleton visited the new parents and baby mid-afternoon.

James Whatling/Splash News

James Whatling/Splash News

The Daily Mail has some of the reaction from the new grandparents:

As the couple left the hospital around an hour later, Mrs Middleton said the baby was ‘absolutely beautiful’ and that Kate and William were coping ‘fabulously’, adding: ‘We are so thrilled’.

As they stood in front of the assembled presspack, Carole was asked if she and Michael had suggested any names, and she laughingly replied: ‘Absolutely not!’.

Carole was wearing a dress by Orla Kiely, the ‘Dancing Girls Tea Dress,’ it is from the spring/summer 2012 collection. Michelle of Perthz Fashion fame was super-fast in finding the dress on eBay, our thanks to her and Pippa Middleton Style for their assistance.

eBay

eBay

Monique Jessen of People magazine reported that the frock originally sold for £335, about $500 at today’s exchange rates. Ms. Middleton was wearing Stuart Weitzman’s Chic Pump from Russell and Bromley, Mr. Middleton was in Sebago’s Loafer.

Russell & Bromley

Russell & Bromley

(Not to worry that this might morph into What Carole Wore, nary a chance of that.)

Also, the children at Naomi House children’s hospice have made a card for Kate and William. Some may recall Kate’s visit there in late April.

Naomi House & Jack's Place Facebook

Naomi House & Jack’s Place Facebook

They shared the card on their Facebook page, and are asking people to leave comments that they will then share with William and Kate.

For anyone just joining the fun, here are the five live feeds I am aware of:

1) http://new.livestream.com/accounts/3745605/events/2261991

2) The Sun Newspaper http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/royals/royalbaby/5017568/The-Suns-Royal-Baby-live-blog.html

3) The Telegraph  http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/kate-middleton/10179413/Live-Royal-baby-watch.html

4)ABC News  http://www.newsnet5.com/generic/entertainment/celebrity/royal-baby
ABC News

5) Intermittent Reuters
http://www.livestation.com/reuters?source=redirect

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Kate & William have asked that anyone thinking about sending a gift instead make a donation to the Imperial College Healthcare Charity. The organization raises funds to improve care and services at five hospitals, including St. Mary’s.

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With apologies, it seems easier to do a live blog again today, at least until we see if Kate will be released from the hospital today. First and foremost, Kensington Palace released the following statement:

“Mother, son and father are all doing well this morning.”

This tweet from Gordon Rayner of the Telegraph would indicate she will be leaving St. Mary’s today.

Gordon Rayner, Chief Reporter The Daily Telegraph Twitter

Gordon Rayner, Chief Reporter The Daily Telegraph Twitter

Ms. Tucker is also did Kate’s hair during last year’s Jubilee Tour.

Kate’s parents, Carole & Michael Middleton, arrived at 3pm local time, 10am EDT.

Georgina Brewer, ITV (@GeorginaITV)

Georgina Brewer, ITV (@GeorginaITV)

Carole was in a summer dress and low heels, Michael in a navy jacket and khaki trousers.

Tim Ewart, ITV News Royal Editor (@EwartRoyale)

Tim Ewart, ITV News Royal Editor (@EwartRoyale)

It was a wet and rainy morning, as seen in this picture from Paul Harrison of Sky News, although the weather seems to have cleared up a bit.

Paul Harrison, Sky News (@SkyNewsRoyal)

Paul Harrison, Sky News (@SkyNewsRoyal)

Earlier this morning (2pm local time), the King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery fired a 41 gun salute in honor of the baby’s birth.

Forces News Twitter

Forces News Twitter

Also at 2pm local time, the Westminster Abbey bells pealed in what is known as a ‘full peal,’ something that only happens for important royal or national events.

Westminster Abbey Twitter

Westminster Abbey Twitter

William’s coworkers from RAF Valley, where he is known as Flight Lieutenant Wales, have sent a video message of congratulations to William from his coworkers and you can view the entire video here.

Ministry of Defence

Ministry of Defence

The Royal Navy shared this photo of HMS Lancaster celebrating the birth.

Royal Navy

Royal Navy

Kate and William released a statement earlier this morning.

We would like to thank the staff at the Lindo Wing and the whole hospital for the tremendous care the three of us have received. We know it has been a very busy period for the hospital and we would like to thank everyone – staff, patients and visitors – for their understanding during this time.”

We will continue with our live updates throughout the day.

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Melissa

Tuesday 23rd of July 2013

The baby is so beautiful and so is Kate just glowing with her cute post baby bump and prince William is so adorable and happy I'm so happy for them God bless them ! Can't wait to hear what the name is ! Hope they have privacy and peace now!

JR

Tuesday 23rd of July 2013

I'm surprised at the betting odds for James - I really don't see them going there, since her brother shares the name, but perhaps as second or third name - it would look like they were naming him after her brother. Not that they aren't close, but it seems doubtful. Will be fun to see what they choose, though!

Alox

Tuesday 23rd of July 2013

Kate looks great! And Wills and the baby do too. Love the pictures of the grandparents visiting too. Thanks, Susan; you are doing a great job!

Annie

Tuesday 23rd of July 2013

You can only see a bit of his head, but he looks cute! I saw another site that compared pictures of William and Kate showing their baby to when Charles and Diana showed William. It looks like they used the same baby blanket, the knitting pattern looks the same.

Rita

Wednesday 24th of July 2013

Do you know where to find the pattern for the blanket?

Jane

Tuesday 23rd of July 2013

The light blue polka dot dress is a Jenny Packham and it's adorable....anyone know where to buy?

Roza

Tuesday 23rd of July 2013

That dress is bespoke, so not to be found on the rack anywhere.

Sherrie

Tuesday 23rd of July 2013

Jenny Packham's website says the dress is bespoke. And yes I agree with Liz, someone was thinking of William's late mom when that dress was chosen.

Lili

Tuesday 23rd of July 2013

I believe the dress was custom-made for the Duchess.

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